What is The Funk Zone like?

The Funk Zone is a neighbourhood that people enjoy for its beautiful beaches. Make sure that you visit MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Art Foundry as part of your The Funk Zone travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in The Funk Zone?

Based on our traveller data, Hotel Californian is one of the top choices for your stay in The Funk Zone. This hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Santa Barbara Harbor, and it offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Riviera Beach House and Moxy Santa Barbara .

How many hotels should I expect to find in the The Funk Zone area?

Book one of Expedia's 5 hotels and other accommodation options in The Funk Zone and start exploring everything Santa Barbara has to offer.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in The Funk Zone, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room 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 scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available in The Funk Zone.

What is there to do around this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?

A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in The Funk Zone are MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Art Foundry. When you're sightseeing in Santa Barbara, Stearns Wharf and Reagan Ranch Center are also worth a stop.

The Best Hotels in The Funk Zone, Santa Barbara - 2026 Updated Prices

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Riviera Beach House

The Funk Zone

Jake

₹19,818 total

includes taxes & fees

25 May - 26 May

Hotel Californian

The Funk Zone

Mary

₹77,272 total

includes taxes & fees

25 May - 26 May

Moxy Santa Barbara

The Funk Zone

Matthew

₹23,846 total

includes taxes & fees

11 May - 12 May

Inn on Summer Hill

8.7 km from The Funk Zone

Dawn

₹23,012 total

includes taxes & fees

4 May - 5 May

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

14.4 km from The Funk Zone

Ruth

₹9,234 total

includes taxes & fees

5 May - 6 May

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

23.6 km from The Funk Zone

Vincent

₹18,026 total

includes taxes & fees

7 May - 8 May

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Ground Floor | Terrace/patio

Casa Del Sol

16.5 km from The Funk Zone

Richard

₹12,490 total

includes taxes & fees

5 May - 6 May

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

16.5 km from The Funk Zone

Angela

₹13,972 total

includes taxes & fees

4 May - 5 May

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | View from room

Montecito Inn

4.5 km from The Funk Zone

Anna

₹21,321 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Jun - 2 Jun

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

14.9 km from The Funk Zone

Brian

₹16,636 total

includes taxes & fees

17 May - 18 May

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

East Beach, 1.5 km from The Funk Zone

geoffrey

₹14,257 total

includes taxes & fees

17 May - 18 May

The Inn at East Beach

East Beach, 1.7 km from The Funk Zone

Debojyoti

₹16,698 total

includes taxes & fees

4 May - 5 May

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

West Beach, 0.8 km from The Funk Zone

Nuria

₹12,921 total

includes taxes & fees

5 May - 6 May

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | Living area | 65-inch Smart TV with digital channels, Netflix, Hulu

Casa Riviera

Laguna, 1.3 km from The Funk Zone

Sophie

₹21,944 total

includes taxes & fees

4 May - 5 May

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

16.4 km from The Funk Zone

Daryl

₹9,934 total

includes taxes & fees

17 May - 18 May

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

16.6 km from The Funk Zone

Leticia I

₹20,665 total

includes taxes & fees

6 May - 7 May

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

4 km from The Funk Zone

Joyce Marie

₹18,725 total

includes taxes & fees

18 May - 19 May

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

East Beach, 1.1 km from The Funk Zone

Oren

₹33,505 total

includes taxes & fees

31 May - 1 Jun

Casa Jardin

Laguna, 1.7 km from The Funk Zone

Stephanie

₹18,808 total

includes taxes & fees

5 May - 6 May

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Santa Barbara Beach, 1 km from The Funk Zone

Jason

₹18,625 total

includes taxes & fees

18 May - 19 May

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Where to stay in The Funk Zone

Find the best The Funk Zone areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about The Funk Zone

Santa Barbara Aerial Panorama. Scenic shot of Pier and beach

Santa Barbara Beach

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.

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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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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 Lobero Theater or Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.

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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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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.

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Top The Funk Zone Hotel Reviews

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Love the location!"

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

8/10 Good

"It was a nice stay, hotel is beautiful and in a great location. I went on a night when the price was quite high - supply and demand - but during normal time bang for the buck is fantastic. Room was gorgeous and clean. No lotion in the room was a surprise. But all in all a fantastic place one block from the ocean. Super fun"

The Milo

10/10 Excellent

"Milo is such an incredible place. Front desk staff and valet staff are amazing. Every staff member I talked to is super kind and helpful, above and beyond customer service! I’ve stayed three different times and will always rebook. Rental bikes are a blast and the pool was gorgeous. Book the upgraded ocean view rooms, highly worth it. Get room 1301 for a phenomenal experience!"

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I thoroughly enjoyed my stay here. The staff members were so friendly and helpful, allowing an early check-in and always being there, ready to help with tips and recommendations. Breakfast was nice and the free wine and cheese in the early evening was such a pleasant treat. I felt so relaxed whenever I was in the hotel. I would definitely stay here again."

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Riviera Beach House

Hotel Californian

Moxy Santa Barbara

Inn on Summer Hill

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Casa Del Sol

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

Montecito Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

The Inn at East Beach

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Casa Riviera

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Casa Jardin

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Where to stay in The Funk Zone

Santa Barbara Beach

Montecito

Downtown Santa Barbara

West Beach

East Beach

Top The Funk Zone Hotel Reviews

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

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