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A coastal town with a pier extending into the ocean, a beach, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.

Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and West Beach.

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A coastal beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

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.

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A coastal town with a prominent white building with a red roof, palm trees, and mountains in the background.

Downtown Santa Barbara

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

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A marina with multiple boats docked, calm water, and a clear sky.

West Beach

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

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A beach with palm trees, a pier, and the ocean at sunset.

East Beach

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

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Top Bel Air Hotel Reviews

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

10/10 Excellent

"We lived our stay here. Estevan at the front desk was so helpful and nice! The room was charming and it was a short walk to the beach. The breakfast was really nice."

Lemon Tree Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great place with unique layout for hotel. All room surround the pool and nice garden. Ground level rooms get back entry while upper levels have balconies. Not sure if it was an overbooked night or just some reserved events happening during our stay but parking became an issue at night. Had to circle the lot 3 times for a spot, lucky someone left right in front of our room."

The Franciscan Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I really enjoyed the breakfast, especially the delicious egg bites. My room was quiet, had everything I needed and was steps from the pool. We thoroughly enjoyed the pool for some down time after touring Santa Barbara and we also enjoyed a morning hot tub. Both the hot tub and pool were clean and fully stocked with towels. The staff was available, friendly and super helpful-yes they loaned us a corkscrew. The location is fabulous, only a short walk to State Street and the Funk Zone and it’s located on a quiet street in a beautiful and mostly residential neighbourhood. I highly recommend."

Hotel Santa Barbara

8/10 Good

"Room was very clean but very dark - not a lot of lighting. AC did not go very high, and the room stayed super humid the whole time. The elevator was very very slow and the door closed on us twice as we waited for people to leave the elevator before we got in. That said, it's a beautiful property; very clean, very well maintained and perfect location. Staff was ok; not super friendly but managed to get me in and out. One older blonde woman behind the reception desk was staring my mother and I down as if she wanted to make sure we were staying there while we waited for the elevator which made us uncomfortable, but we just tried to ignore her."

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

8/10 Good

"I don’t usually stay at motels, but this ended up being a solid last minute option for one night. The price was reasonable, check-in was quick, and the room was clean when we arrived. The property itself was well maintained and felt taken care of. The bed was a little lumpy, and the pillows weren’t the most comfortable, but it was fine for a short stay. The bathroom had a stand-up shower only, although it was surprisingly spacious. There isn’t an elevator, so if you’re on the second floor you’ll have to carry your luggage, but it wasn’t too much of an inconvenience. One thing to note is they don’t provide toiletries, so be sure to pack your own. Overall, it was a good value for a quick overnight stay, and I’d consider staying here again if I needed an affordable place in the area."

Frequently asked questions

What is Bel Air like?

Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Santa Barbara's Bel Air neighbourhood.

How many hotels should I expect to find in the Bel Air area?

When you want to find places to stay in Santa Barbara, start by booking one of Expedia's 7 hotels and other accommodation options in Bel Air.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Bel Air, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available in Bel Air.

What is there to do in this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?

A few places to visit in the area around Bel Air include Stearns Wharf, Earl Warren Showgrounds and Santa Barbara Golf Club. While you're out sightseeing, Santa Barbara Symphony Orchestra and Arroyo Burro Beach are a couple of additional sights to visit in Santa Barbara.

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Our top choices for Bel Air hotels

1. The Big Yellow House Lofts by the beach

2. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

3. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

4. Sandpiper Lodge

5. The Upham Hotel

6. Lemon Tree Inn

7. FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

8. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

9. Inn By The Harbor

10. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

11. Hotel Santa Barbara

12. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

13. Agave Inn

14. Oasis Inn & Suites

15. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

16. Beachside Inn

17. La Playa Inn

18. Rose Garden Inn

19. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

20. Town and Country Inn

Where to stay in Bel Air

Santa Barbara Beach

Montecito

Downtown Santa Barbara

West Beach

East Beach

Top Bel Air Hotel Reviews

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

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