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Our top choices for Santa Barbara motels

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite)

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,239 reviews)
"We absolutely loved our stay and ate planning our next trip to stay there!"
United States
Nuria
The price is NZ$275
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Lobby sitting area

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
2.0 star property
North State
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,422 reviews)
"Great property, great stay. Courteous and helpful staff."
United States
Rhonda
The price is NZ$218
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Sandpiper Lodge
Reception

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Very nice alternative to the very expensive hotels in the area."
United States
geoffrey
The price is NZ$296
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Courtyard

Oasis Inn & Suites

Oasis Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
San Roque
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,016 reviews)
"Great location, walking distance to food and shopping. Older property but well maintained and updated. Would stay there again."
United States
Gary
The price is NZ$204
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May
Oasis Inn & Suites
Interior entrance

Agave Inn

Agave Inn
2.0 star property
East San Roque
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (782 reviews)
"Great little place to stay"
United States
Ashley
The price is NZ$236
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May
Agave Inn
Reception

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,009 reviews)
"Great location with a retro flair."
United States
nathan
The price is NZ$254
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May
The Inn at East Beach
Exterior

Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,118 reviews)
"Very clean rooms, good hotel location."
United States
Asmik
The price is NZ$292
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May
Marina Beach Motel
Room amenity

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, (1,362 reviews)
"One of the best motels and super close to the beach, zoo, and everything else."
United States
Olga
The price is NZ$308
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Deluxe Room

Town and Country Inn

Town and Country Inn
2.5 star property
North State
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,008 reviews)
"Very kind person, property clean and easy to reserve. It is a decent hotel for the price."
United States
Maria
The price is NZ$196
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 June
Town and Country Inn
Deluxe Room (Two Queen Beds and sofabed)

Sunset Motel

Sunset Motel
2.5 star property
San Roque
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Comfortable stay at a good price"
United States
Holly
The price is NZ$208
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Sunset Motel
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

The Presidio

The Presidio
2.0 star property
Santa Barbara
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (786 reviews)
"Great spot"
United States
Trevor
The price is NZ$285
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
The Presidio
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Rose Garden Inn

Rose Garden Inn
1.5 star property
North State
6.6 out of 10, (1,011 reviews)
"Nice hotel, great value option compared to the really expensive hotels downtown "
United States
Brian
The price is NZ$193
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May
Rose Garden Inn
Front of property

Ala Mar by the Sea

Ala Mar by the Sea
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
6.0 out of 10, (1,008 reviews)
"Location is A+, the ladies who work there were very nice and friendly, property has a ton of character and relaxing. Loved the happy hour!"
United States
Kristina
The price is NZ$351
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May
Ala Mar by the Sea
Exterior

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - State Street

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - State Street
2.0 star property
North State
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,006 reviews)
"Easy parking, quiet enviorment and friendly staff"
United States
Darin
The price is NZ$222
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - State Street
Front of property

Royal Copenhagen Inn

Royal Copenhagen Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Solvang
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,992 reviews)
"Great location, great parking, accessible to everything Solvang has to offer. Enjoyed out stay."
United States
David
The price is NZ$227
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May
Royal Copenhagen Inn
Front of property

King Frederik Inn

King Frederik Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Solvang
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,989 reviews)
"Nice rooms and great little breakfast area "
United States
Emilio
The price is NZ$241
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
King Frederik Inn
Exterior

Solvang Inn and Cottages

Solvang Inn and Cottages
2.0 star property
Downtown Solvang
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Highly recommend to anyone looking for a comfortable stay!"
United States
Margarita
The price is NZ$221
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May
Solvang Inn and Cottages
Lobby

Svendsgaard's Danish Lodge Americas Best Value Inn

Svendsgaard's Danish Lodge Americas Best Value Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown Solvang
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,014 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, beautiful room, super spacious, clean, loved the amenities "
United States
Sarah
The price is NZ$187
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May
Svendsgaard's Danish Lodge Americas Best Value Inn
Reception

Motel 6 Buellton, CA - Solvang Area

Motel 6 Buellton, CA - Solvang Area
2.0 star property
Buellton
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,159 reviews)
"The staff was excellent! Anthony the afternoon clerk couldn’t have been better and the morning clerk the same"
United States
Robert
The price is NZ$105
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Motel 6 Buellton, CA - Solvang Area
Property grounds

Hamlet Inn

Hamlet Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown Solvang
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Great stay, would definitely stay again."
United States
Joyce Marie
The price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Hamlet Inn
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Top Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

8/10 Good
"Both restaurants were had slow service. We ended up ordering from somewhere else and having it delivered."
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Posted 2 hours ago
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

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Santa Barbara Motels information

Number of reviews
24,941
Accommodation
14 Motels
Lowest Price
NZ$105
Highest Price
NZ$351

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Santa Barbara?
If you're not able to find a motel in Santa Barbara, expand your search to find motels in the surrounding area or let us help you find a similar property from more than 1154 hotels and other accommodation options. Simply use our search tools to filter by price per night or cost-saving amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transport.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. With a stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room directly from the car park. Starting in the early 1950s, eye-catching neon signs enticed road-weary travellers, and examples can still be seen today along historic US Route 66.
What are the best motels in Santa Barbara?
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Zoo. Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Sandpiper Lodge: A fitness centre along with freebies such as breakfast, WiFi and self-parking are available during your stay. It's located within a 10-minute drive of Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Zoo. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach: Enjoy access to the free Wi-Fi, parking and terrace. Stay within a quick 2-minute drive of Santa Barbara Zoo. Oasis Inn & Suites: It's located within a 10-minute drive of Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Zoo. Free WiFi, free parking and a computer station are available during your stay. Marina Beach Motel: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Zoo. Enjoy access to the business centre, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi and self-parking.
How many motels are there in Santa Barbara?
Expedia has 14 motels in Santa Barbara.
What can I do in Santa Barbara?
In this walkable area, enjoy its scenic seaside and wineries while you're sightseeing. Those visiting Santa Barbara love its shops, cafes and restaurants. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Leadbetter Beach, East Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Santa Barbara Zoo, Channel Islands National Park and Santa Barbara Channel. Some historical places you might want to see include Mission Santa Barbara, Presidio Santa Barbara and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park.
What's the seasonal weather like in Santa Barbara?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Santa Barbara to help you plan yours: 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.
What are my options for getting around Santa Barbara while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Santa Barbara to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal), which is located 7.6 mi (12.2 km) away from the city centre. Otherwise, look for flights into Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), which is 24.7 mi (39.7 km) away. If you want to explore the larger area, take a train from Santa Barbara Station.

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