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Best Montecito Cheap Hotels

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Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach

5.0 star property
Montecito
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (292)
"One of the best properties I’ve stayed at. Beautiful and clean . Service is excellent. "
United States
Karina
The price is NZ$2,686
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Rosewood Miramar Beach
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony)
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1989)
"Definetly would stay here again!"
United States
David
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Exterior detail
The Milo

The Milo

4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1486)
"Great location, friendly staff and valet, pretty room. "
United States
Asha
The price is NZ$387
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
The Milo
Front of property
The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1005)
"Clean, quiet, nice and close to the beach. Absolutely loved our stay!"
United States
Eunchae
The Franciscan Hotel
Free daily buffet breakfast
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

2.5 star property
Carpinteria
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Great customer service and large, comfortable rooms!"
United States
Barry
The price is NZ$211
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Reception
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (962)
"It was an amazing stay! They were very accommodating and the rooms were cutley decorated! I would love to come again whenever possible!!!"
United States
Dhristi
The price is NZ$245
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Courtyard
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

2.0 star property
Carpinteria
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1004)
"Rooms were clean and staff very friendly and cooperative."
United States
Sulakshana
The price is NZ$148
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
Body treatments, massage/treatment rooms
Chantico Inn

Chantico Inn

2.5 star property
Ojai
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"love this place"
United States
Matthew
Chantico Inn
Property amenity
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

3.5 star property
Carpinteria
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1343)
"Good hotel"
United States
MINH
The price is NZ$219
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
View from property
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1088)
"Room was clean and big,location was great"
United States
Daniel
The price is NZ$226
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Beachside Inn
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Top Montecito Hotel Reviews

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"I did not have the breakfast. Room temp was good. Management was excellent. "
Mary 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Sandpiper Lodge

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What is there to see and do in Montecito?
Montecito attracts visitors with its major shopping area and fantastic dining options, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the local attractions that interest you most, and then make time for activities that cost very little. Take in the local culture at The Easton Gallery and Santa Barbara Bowl, or visit other spots like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.
How can I get to Montecito and get around on a budget?
Looking at these ways to get around Montecito is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The closest airport is Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal), situated 11.7 mi (18.8 km) away. If that doesn't suit your budget, you can arrange flights in and out of Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), which is 27.9 mi (44.8 km) away. Montecito may not have many public transport options so a rental car could be a reasonable alternative to explore more of the area.