Aerial view of Santa Barbara historic city center with Santa Ynez Mountains at the background, from top of the clock tower of Santa Barbara County Courthouse, California CA, USA.

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Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
2.0 star property
Carpinteria
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,307 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Family escape by the beach with a pet-friendly welcome and an outdoor pool for splashing fun all day long.
The price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
24 June - 25 June
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
2.0 star property
Carpinteria
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,191 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Family-friendly seaside motel with sparkling pool and beach access, perfect for a Santa Barbara adventure with the kids.
The price is NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
24 June - 25 June
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,388 reviews)
The price is NZ$326
includes taxes & fees
30 June - 1 July
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (308 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Beachfront resort offers poolside fun, pickleball courts, and seaside bike trails perfect for your next family adventure.
The price is NZ$649
includes taxes & fees
24 June - 25 June
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Private studio with large patio

Private studio with large patio
Santa Barbara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (48 reviews)
The price is NZ$471
includes taxes & fees
15 June - 16 June
Private studio with large patio

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,013 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Family holiday bliss at beachfront Santa Barbara hotel with outdoor pool and fun for all ages.
The price is NZ$601
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
Upper Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (570 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Family escapes bloom with poolside fun, kids' activities, and luxury at this Santa Barbara retreat near the beach.
The price is NZ$1,678
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July
El Encanto Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,013 reviews)
The price is NZ$523
includes taxes & fees
16 June - 17 June
Santa Barbara Inn

Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.5 star property
Laguna
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (219 reviews)
The price is NZ$520
includes taxes & fees
16 June - 17 June
Casa Riviera

The Craft House Inn

The Craft House Inn
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
The price is NZ$409
includes taxes & fees
17 June - 18 June
The Craft House Inn
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Frequently asked questions

What's Historic Downtown Santa Barbara like for family-friendly holidays?
The walkable destination of Historic Downtown Santa Barbara is a great choice if you've been thinking about a holiday with the children. The beaches, festivals and art scene are just a few things that make this an attractive place for families. Take to the air and fly into Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal), which is the closest airport, or Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), which is located 24.9 mi (40 km) from the centre of Historic Downtown Santa Barbara.
What's the best family accommodation in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG is a hotel with an outdoor pool and a restaurant, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families.
What's there to see and do with your family in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?
While you are visiting Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, you and the family may want to explore some interesting spots such as Lobero Theater, Paseo Nuevo Mall and Granada Theatre. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Arlington Theater and La Arcada.

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