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Our top choices for Santa Barbara family-friendly hotels

A building entrance with a sign reading '1915 CASA IGLESIA,' an arched doorway, and large potted plants.

1. Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel
4.5 star property
Oak Park
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (87 reviews)
"We loved our stay at Casa Iglesia! We had our wedding at the Santa Barbara courthouse nearby, it was the perfect distance just a short drive down the street and perfect aesthetic for pictures. Overall, a lovely place would highly recommend."
United States
Jillian
The price is ₹10,405
₹18,862 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a large window.

2. Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Amazing property!"
United States
David
The price is ₹12,941
₹21,713 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel
A green double door with a keypad lock and a small window.

3. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
3.0 star property
Laguna
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (325 reviews)
"Very clean and neat room for a few nights stay and convenience to a lot of places within walking distance."
United States
Isaac
The price is ₹10,142
₹18,562 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
A traditional building with a white facade, arched windows, and a balcony with a railing.

4. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (236 reviews)
"This property was exactly as advertised. Very clean, very private, in a perfect location for everything Santa Barbara has to offer"
United States
Ryan
The price is ₹13,515
₹22,366 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through a glass door to the outdoors.

5. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
4.5 star property
Laguna
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (361 reviews)
"Great place to stay in Santa Barbara!"
United States
Melissa
The price is ₹13,387
₹22,261 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a round table with a pair of sunglasses and a book, a chair with a denim jacket, and a window with white blinds.

6. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,200 reviews)
"Lovely quiet hotel in a wonderful location! Will definitely stay there again"
United States
Ingrid
The price is ₹14,662
₹16,714 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Marina Beach Hotel
A corridor with a central staircase, outdoor seating, and lanterns.

7. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Amazing stay and great location!"
United States
Nick
The price is ₹17,170
₹19,574 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
La Playa Inn
A patio area with outdoor seating, including tables and chairs, and a blue umbrella.

8. Bath Street Inn

Bath Street Inn
3.5 star property
Oak Park
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (391 reviews)
"Friendly staff, delicious afternoon snacks, wonderful breakfast, nice location"
United States
Joanne
The price is ₹20,164
₹23,446 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Bath Street Inn
A beige sofa with multiple cushions, a white vase with greenery, and a window with blinds.

9. Casa Yano by The Beach

Casa Yano by The Beach
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Great stay. Comfortable bed, well-equipped kitchen, and a walkable location. Dedicated parking made it easy. Clean and well done. Would book again."
United States
Jacob
The price is ₹20,387
₹32,935 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Casa Yano by The Beach
A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

10. Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Laguna
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (447 reviews)
"I loved the property but I suffered from bad allergies due to the feather pillows. Otherwise, my stay was exquisite."
United States
Kim
The price is ₹30,522
₹34,854 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Palihouse Santa Barbara
An outdoor patio area with stone flooring, wooden chairs, and tables. There are palm trees and a decorative stone wall with a statue.

11. The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,332 reviews)
"A nice place to stay"
United States
Dennis
The price is ₹13,015
₹14,838 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
The Franciscan Hotel
A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."

12. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,115 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay here with friendly staff ;) loved it"
United States
Sarah
The price is ₹17,749
₹20,234 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

13. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,570 reviews)
"We loved it here!"
United States
Morgan
The price is ₹27,761
₹32,281 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Hotel Santa Barbara
A covered outdoor area with a pergola, steps leading to a door labeled "Office," and lush greenery including large plants and flowering bushes.

14. Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Wonderful stay and you can not beat the location."
United States
mary
The price is ₹19,355
₹22,666 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Mason Beach Inn
Front of property

15. The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location. Comfortable areas to sit and visit both inside and outside. Excellent breakfast."
United States
Elizabeth
The price is ₹20,039
₹22,845 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
The Eagle Inn
A small building with a tiled roof surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

16. El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
Upper Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (618 reviews)
"Just wonderful can’t wait to go back"
United States
Christina
The price is ₹54,281
₹68,823 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
El Encanto Santa Barbara
A bright kitchen with large windows, wicker furniture, and a wooden countertop.

17. The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Super cute place!"
United States
Luan
The price is ₹25,288
₹28,828 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
The Upham Hotel
A two-story building with a balcony, palm trees, and a sign that reads "Castillo Inn."

18. Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"A great location, very clean and easily accessible, free parking is a plus"
United States
petr
The price is ₹13,054
₹14,907 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Two Adirondack chairs facing a small table on a balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

19. 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, (1,523 reviews)
"Good parking options, simple room which was all we needed!"
Australia
Jess
The price is ₹11,195
₹12,784 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
A resort pool area with palm trees, outdoor seating, and a view of the ocean at night.

20. Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"The location was great"
United States
Mario
The price is ₹26,765
₹30,512 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Harbor View Inn
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Santa Barbara

Pool
Breakfast included

Family-friendly hotels with pools in Santa Barbara

A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1115)
The price is ₹17,749
₹20,234 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
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Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Santa Barbara

A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1115)
The price is ₹17,749
₹20,234 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

8/10 Good
"Well maintained with updated decor. Good location. Room size was a bit small especially for a room with two beds in it."
Catherine 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Frequently asked questions

What's Santa Barbara like for family-friendly holidays?
You may want to consider the walkable destination of Santa Barbara if you've been thinking about a trip for the whole family. The cycling trails, beaches and cafes are just some of the things that make this an attractive spot for a family holiday. Arrange a flight into Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal), which is the closest airport, or Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), which is located 24.7 mi (39.7 km) from the city centre.
What's the best family accommodation in Santa Barbara?
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara is a hotel with an outdoor pool and free parking, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other choices for your child-friendly holiday include Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort and Inn By The Harbor.
How many family hotels can I expect to find in Santa Barbara?
Expedia has 17 hotels in Santa Barbara that are great for families.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Santa Barbara?
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's there to see and do with your family in Santa Barbara?
While you are holidaying in Santa Barbara, you and the family may want to see some interesting spots such as Arlington Theater and Lobero Theater. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Santa Barbara Bowl and Stearns Wharf.
What's the best way for us to get around Santa Barbara?
To see more of the larger area, take a train from Santa Barbara Station. Santa Barbara might not have many public transport choices, so consider renting a car to explore more.