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1521 Cheap Hotels in Lower State - Specials, Reviews, & Last Minute Deals

Sandpiper Lodge
Lobby sitting area

Sandpiper Lodge

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1746)
"Good place to stay"
The price is NZ$284
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Sandpiper Lodge
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Sports facility

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Enjoyed my stay!!"
The price is NZ$400
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
Terrace/patio

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (836)
"Great staff and perfect location"
The price is NZ$516
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Exterior

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Perfect place to stay at Santa Barbara!"
The price is NZ$491
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Hotel Santa Barbara
Front of property

Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1014)
"Great location"
The price is NZ$496
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Hotel Santa Barbara
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (369)
"The Drift Hotel was so amazing! It was the perfect location to walk around State St, and explore around Santa Barbara"
The price is NZ$490
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Riviera Beach House
Sundeck

Riviera Beach House

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Great location "
The price is NZ$459
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Riviera Beach House
Haley Hotel
Tasting room

Haley Hotel

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (541)
"What a gem, love the amenities and overall vibe of the place. Perfect location, walking distance to State St and the pier. Really enjoyed our stay! "
The price is NZ$371
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Haley Hotel
Moxy Santa Barbara
Bar (on property)

Moxy Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (804)
"Great property, rooms are a little quirky but facility is great overall and the location is perfect."
The price is NZ$439
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Moxy Santa Barbara
Hotel Californian
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Hotel Californian

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (901)
"Great room! Comfortable bed nice art work, first rate liquors, coffee snacks. Pleasant staff. Great location. "
The price is NZ$1,515
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Hotel Californian
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
City view from property

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (140)
"What a great spot! From the first intro to the property and staff to the end of my stay it was perfect. Great space, very clean, great location! "
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
Social Stays
Fridge, microwave, dishwasher

Social Stays

1.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (16)
"It's a hostel, but it was very nice, and very clean. "
The price is NZ$275
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Social Stays
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Property amenity

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1200)
"Excellent breakfast, comfortable bed, well maintained facility."
The price is NZ$260
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Beach nearby

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Always friendly and clean"
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
Courtyard

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1016)
"Great stay"
The price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Beach

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1003)
"Great place to stay"
The price is NZ$323
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
1 Bedroom, Accessible, Balcony (w/ bathtub) | Balcony view

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Very clean modern property will stay there again "
The price is NZ$413
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Free daily buffet breakfast

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"We had a lovely stay and enjoyed the area very much. "
The price is NZ$279
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (861)
"Overall, we enjoyed our stay!"
The price is NZ$336
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Outdoor pool

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Love the place I will definitely come back. "
The price is NZ$334
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
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Our guide on where to stay in Lower State

Find the best Lower State areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Montecito map

Montecito

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.

Santa Barbara Beach map

Santa Barbara Beach

5 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

Santa Barbara showing a coastal town
Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair
Open Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair
Downtown Santa Barbara map

Downtown Santa Barbara

2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Santa Barbara County Courthouse might round out your trip.

East Beach map

East Beach

East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

West Beach map

West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Top Lower State Hotel Reviews

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"A perfect location with nearby restaurants and the pier. They have free parking, no resort fee that I could see, free breakfast and afternoon wine, cheese and crackers, and a nice pool area."
Ruth 2-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is Lower State like?

Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Santa Barbara's Lower State neighbourhood has to offer. Make sure that you visit MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Reagan Ranch Center as part of your Lower State travel plans.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Lower State?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Hotel Californian is the highest ranked property in Lower State. This hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Santa Barbara Harbor, and it offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Other favourite options in the area include ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel and Haley Hotel.

How many hotels are there in the Lower State area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Barbara, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 28 Lower State hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lower State, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available in Lower State.

What can I see and do in this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?

Sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Reagan Ranch Center can be part of your cultural tour of Lower State. You could also plan a visit to El Capitan Lake or Paseo Nuevo Mall while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Lower State include Moreton Bay Fig Tree, Santa Barbara Art Foundry and Cabrillo Bikeway. While you're out sightseeing, De la Guerra Plaza and Casa de la Guerra are a couple of additional sights to visit in Santa Barbara.

How can I get around Lower State and the greater Santa Barbara area?

To venture out of town, take a train from Santa Barbara Station.