Casino Hotels & Resorts in Santa Barbara from NZ$159

Tourists speak highly of the fine wine, local cuisine and shopping.

Haley Hotel is a 3.5-star hotel featuring free WiFi and in-room fireplaces, and it’s a top choice near the casinos.

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You might spend a lot of your holiday inside, but if you want to see more of the area, taking a look at local weather data can help you. The hottest months are usually August and September, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 13°C. Average annual precipitation for Santa Barbara is 392 mm.

You can head to Upper State Street, Paseo Nuevo Mall or La Cumbre Plaza to shop for the perfect souvenir. Santa Barbara is known for its historic sites, and you can visit cultural spots such as Arlington Theater, Lobero Theater and Santa Barbara Historical Museum. In addition, you might want to visit Santa Barbara Museum of Art and Santa Barbara County Courthouse.

Getting around Santa Barbara is easier with these transportation options: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal), located 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from the city centre. To see more of the larger area, take a train from Santa Barbara Station.