Lower State Hotels, Santa Barbara

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1534 Cheap Hotels in Lower State - Specials, Reviews, & Last Minute Deals

Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Although it was under construction, it was a very pleasant stay. The room was very nice and they were very accommodating. "
The price is NZ$499
includes taxes & fees
30 June - 1 July
Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Great location and nice staff. I’d recommend it here. "
The price is NZ$531
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Riviera Beach House

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Great staff and easy check in/check out process. A bit of construction going on so can be a little more noisy after 9a but didn’t phase me since that’s normal business hours. Wonderful stay and the front area is cozy + this hotel is close to so much! "
The price is NZ$448
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
Riviera Beach House

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (353)
"Overall great experience, great location and the hospitality was amazing "
The price is NZ$565
includes taxes & fees
30 June - 1 July
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Haley Hotel

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (523)
"Had a great stay here. Really comfortable and clean room. "
The price is NZ$385
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
Haley Hotel

Moxy Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (800)
"Nice staff very good location clean rooms"
The price is NZ$508
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
Moxy Santa Barbara

Hotel Californian

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (890)
"This was our first visit to the area and our first stay at Hotel Californian. We were very pleased with the overall experience. The hotel offers excellent value, impeccable cleanliness, and attentive service. The property is stylish and well maintained, and the staff made us feel welcome. We look forward to returning."
The price is NZ$1,846
includes taxes & fees
11 July - 12 July
Hotel Californian

ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (115)
"Awesome place to stay. Good breakfast, friendly staff, good vibes."
ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel

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$175
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June
Social Stays

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Nice property"
The price is NZ$451
includes taxes & fees
30 June - 1 July
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Casa Del Sol

2.5 star property
6.8 out of 10, (572)
"Great location near everything! Lovely walking trails and friendly front desk staff."
Casa Del Sol

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1614)
"Great kitchen area"
The price is NZ$490
includes taxes & fees
9 July - 10 July
Inn By The Harbor

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1743)
"Nice hotel and good breakfast and free parking walking distance to the beach and pier."
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (173)
"Really nice rooms and the staff was friendly. "
The price is NZ$223
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"We liked the buffet and extra foldout bed. "
The price is NZ$257
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Beautiful property! The staff is very attentive and meet all your needs"
The price is NZ$1,499
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1121)
"Great hotel"
The price is NZ$307
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"Great place to stay!"
The price is NZ$383
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Beachside Inn

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Service, location and very clean place."
The price is NZ$375
includes taxes & fees
30 June - 1 July
Beachside Inn

Mason Beach Inn

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (903)
"Wonderful stay would recommend "
The price is NZ$745
includes taxes & fees
14 July - 15 July
Mason Beach Inn
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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.

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 Presidio Santa Barbara 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.

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 6-minute walk from Stearns Wharf, and it offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Other favourite options in the area include Haley Hotel and ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel.

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 Cabrillo Bikeway or El Capitan Lake 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 De la Guerra Plaza. While you're out sightseeing, Paseo Nuevo Mall 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.