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Nightly rates from $149

Montecito Inn

3 stars
4.0 / 5 36 reviews
Santa Barbara hotel by Butterfly Beach with Hollywood history and charmThe Montecito Inn is a mere two-block stroll from beloved Butterfly Beach and within walking distance of boutiques, attractions and several dining choices. Built in 1928 by Hollywood heavyweight Charlie Chaplin, the hotel was originally meant as a private oasis for his close friends. Guests walk the same halls Hollywood royalty has and enjoy the many amenities. The Montecito Inn features an on-site business center, restaurant, heated outdoor pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, room service, concierge, Wi-Fi access, flat-screen TVs and free continental breakfast. HighlightsTwo blocks from the beach Free daily continental breakfast Free loaner bikesHeated outdoor pool   Rooms Rooms at the Montecito Inn are furnished in earth tones and bathrooms don hand-painted ceramic tiles. Guests choose from queen or king beds. Amenities in every room include Egyptian bath towels, custom toiletries, Wi-Fi access, flat-screen TV with HBO, DVD player with free Charlie Chaplin DVD rentals (see front desk) CD player, voice mail, data ports, radio, iron/ironing board, hairdryer, mini-bar, hotel stationary and postcards and a refrigerator.     Features Montecito Inn guests work off breakfast at the on-site fitness center or take a dip in the outdoor heated pool or Jacuzzi. A short walk along Coast Village Road leads guests to an array of boutiques and restaurants of varied cuisines. Butterfly Beach is only two blocks away. Additionally, guests borrow bikes from the Montecito Inn free of charge and explore the area.  Dining A free continental breakfast awaits Montecito Inn guests in the Montecito Café daily. Sleepy travelers also have the option of having breakfast delivered to their room. The Montecito Cafe specializes in California Nouveau favorites for lunch and dinner. The adjoining Montecito Cafe Bar offers a bar menu, cocktails and wine. Many local restaurants also are within walking distance.  TransportationSanta Barbara Municipal Airport (13.6 mi/21.9 km)Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport (85.5 mi/137.6 km)Los Angeles Intl Airport (92.1 mi/148.2 km)   AttractionsStearns Wharf (0.6 mi/1 km)Santa Barbara Zoo (2.1 mi/3.4 km)Ty Warner Sea Center (3.4 mi/5.5 km)Mission Santa Barbara (4.9 mi/7.9 km)Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History (5.2 mi/8.4 km)Santa Barbara Museum of Art (5.7 mi/9.2 km)State Street (6.2 mi/10 km)University of California, Santa Barbara (14.9 mi/24 km) BusinessWi-Fi accessOn-site business center Policies and feesGuests must be at least 21 years of age with a valid form of ID and credit card to reserve a room. Three guests are allowed in rooms, only with roll-away bed.
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Nightly rates from $139

Mason Beach Inn

3 stars
3.4 / 5 13 reviews
Mason Beach Inn provides complimentary parking to guests of the hotel and is one block to West Beach and the Marina/Stearns Wharf area. Also within walking distance to the oceanfront bike path, Santa Barbara Yacht,and exciting shops and restaurants on beautiful State Street in downtown. Santa Barbara's world-class golf courses and renowned wineries are just minutes away. 45 Well-appointed non-smoking guest rooms and suites. Year round heated swimming pool and spa, with a deluxe complimentary continental breakfast daily. Winter monthly and weekly rates available, complimentary wireless Internet service, and a 24hr multilingual Front Desk staff is on duty to serve its guests.
Nightly rates from $240

Canary a Kimpton Hotel

4 stars
4.5 / 5 42 reviews
Upscale Santa Barbara getaway with views of the Pacific Ocean The Canary Hotel is an upscale, luxury hotel that has breathtaking rooftop views of the Pacific Ocean and Santa Barbara. The rooftop terrace boasts a pool, whirlpool, fireplace and sundeck where guests gather for a day of sundrenched splendor or an enchanted evening. The Canary Hotel is a member of Small Leading Hotels of the World and is a block from State Street in downtown Santa Barbara. An on-site, upscale restaurant makes dining an easy and sublime experience. Guests head to the Canary Hotel for business trips, vacations, weddings and events. Highlights Guest gym privilegesRooftop deck, pool, whirlpoolIn-room spa services RoomsThe 97 renovated rooms at the Canary Hotel are furnished with Spanish Isle-influenced decor with a Moroccan twist. Four-poster king or double beds with hypoallergenic linens are available, and amenities include hardwood floors, Wi-Fi access, a radio clock with MP3 connectivity, a 42-inch HDTV with movies on-demand, a DVD player, and a minibar. Some rooms have French balconies and city views. Suites are accompanied by more space, a bathroom with a shower and soaking tub, a living area, sleeper sofa, and wraparound balcony with mountain and ocean views. FeaturesThe Canary Hotel features a rooftop pool, deck, and whirlpool area called The Perch. Guests soak up some sun or sit by the fireplace and enjoy panoramic views of the Pacific and Santa Ynez Mountains. The hotel also provides in-room spa services like facials and massages. Travelers can keep trim at the Spectrum Gym next door. Personal trainers, group fitness classes, cycling studio, free W-Fi, cardiovascular equipment and free weights await guests. DiningThe Canary Hotel offers an on-site restaurant (COAST Restaurant & Bar) where locals and guests gather. A sister restaurant of Shutters on the Beach, COAST serves upscale comfort food locally sourced. Diners nosh on thoughtfully prepared plates of crab cakes, grilled red snapper tacos, fish and chips, salad Nicoise and more. Food is available any time of day with 24-hour room service. Transportation Santa Barbara Amtrak (0.9 mi/1.4 km)Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (9.6 mi/15.4 km)Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport (90.2 mi/145.2 km) Attractions Santa Barbara Museum of Art (0.3 mi/0.5 km)Stearns Wharf (1.3 mi/2.1 km)Mission Santa Barbara (1.7 mi/2.7 km)Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History (2.2 mi/3.5 km)Santa Barbara Zoo (3.1 mi/5 km)University of California, Santa Barbara (11 mi/17.7 km) Business Wired and wireless Internet in roomOn-site business centerOffers 5,000 square feet of flexible meeting space that fits over 500
Nightly rates from $118

Ramada Limited Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara star boasts a wealth of amenitiesThe Ramada Limited Santa Barbara is the Ramada Best of 2010 Hotel Award Winner. Bordering the coastal foothills of the Santa Ynez Mountains, the hotel is convenient to both Santa Barbara and Goleta. Management treats each guest like a VIP. The soothing, award-winning gardens and lagoon are filled with ducks, koi fish and turtles. Amenities include athletic-club privileges, free airport and Amtrak shuttles, a free deluxe continental breakfast and more. The Santa Barbara Ramada Limited is perfect for families, couples and business travelers. HighlightsAward-winning hotelFree deluxe continental breakfastFree Santa Barbara airport and Amtrak shuttleFree high-speed wireless Internet Rooms126 rooms at the Ramada Limited Santa Barbara offer mountain, lagoon or garden views. Mountainside rooms are furnished with a Sealy Posturepedic plush-top king beds, cable TVs with HBO, microwaves, refrigerators, blackout drapes, in-room safes, microchip security key doors, hair-dryers, free local calls, clock radios, spa-inspired bath amenities, spacious desks, coffee-makers, irons and ironing boards and free high-speed wireless Internet. Additionally, gardenside rooms feature one king or two Sealy Posturepedic plush-top queen beds, lagoon views and love seats with ottomans. Spacious two-room suites offer two Sealy Posturepedic plush-top queen beds and a separate living area with sofa bed. Two patios or decks are attached, with spectacular lagoon, garden or lawn views. Flat-screen LCD TVs, DVD players, pedestal tables and tub chairs are also featured. FeaturesRamada Limited Santa Barbara guests have a multitude of amenities to choose from: The year-round heated swimming pool and whirlpool, a free airport and Amtrak shuttle, free use of Goleta Valley Athletic Club, an on-site business center, free high-speed wireless Internet, dry-cleaning services, free local calls and free USA Today newspapers on weekdays.The free deluxe continental breakfast provides pastries such as croissants and cinnamon rolls, yogurt, hard-boiled eggs, fresh fruit, premium coffee, teas, juices and made-to-order waffles. Microchip key cards and in-room safes keep guests and their possessions safe and sound. The Ramada Limited in Santa Barbara offers guests discount cards to select Santa Barbara restaurants. TransportationSanta Barbara Municipal Airport (4 mi/6.4 km)Los Angeles Intl Airport (102 mi/164.1 km)Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport (95.2 mi/153.2 km)Free Santa Barbara airport and Amtrak shuttle AttractionsUniversity of California, Santa Barbara (4 mi/6.4 km)Santa Barbara Golf Club (4 mi/6.4 km)Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History (5 mi/8 km)Santa Barbara Museum of Art (7 mi/11.3 km)Stearns Wharf (7 mi/11.3 km)Ty Warner Sea Center (7 mi/11.3 km)Santa Barbara Zoo (8 mi/12.9 km) BusinessFree high-speed wireless Internet796 square feet of meeting space fits up to 75On-site business centerAudiovisual equipment available
Value Stay 3, Save 20%
Nightly rates from $99

Coast Village Inn

2 stars
3.6 / 5 29 reviews
We are a quaint and uniquely styled Inn, offering the charm of a Bed and Breakfast. You will find yourself nestled between the mountains and the sea in the heart of the lush residential coastal community of Montecito. We strive to offer all of the quality, service and elegance that Santa Barbara has to offer.Select from twenty eight thoughtfully appointed guest rooms and studios. All rooms are non smoking, some with partial ocean views overlooking the village, others with small living areas equipped with pull out sofa beds, and a couple with full kitchen facilities.Coast Village Inn is designed for the visitor who is looking for exceptional value in an exceptional location. Enjoy the best of Santa Barbara and Montecito.We invite you to stay at Coast Village Inn and experience exceptional hospitality with the elegance of Santa Barbara. The hotel also offers No Smoking Policy, 24hr business center at the sister property 2 blocks away, 24hr Front Desk Staff that offers concierge assistance, heated outdoor pool, Peabodys California Bar and Grill on site restaurant, No Smoking in all rooms, WiFi internet connection throughout the property and rooms. The hotel does charge a parking fee of three dollars nightly per vehicle.
Value $5 Breakfast Credit at Peabody's per guest/per day
Nightly rates from $185

West Beach Inn

3 stars
4.1 / 5 88 reviews
Free amenities provided at inn on West BeachThe West Beach Inn is a recently renovated beachfront property located between the marina and Stearns Wharf. West Beach is just across the street. Guests enjoy sea breezes, garden or ocean views, and warmly decorated rooms. Travelers mingle at the daily evening wine and cheese reception held poolside. An outdoor heated pool and whirlpool delight travelers, and parking is free. The West Beach Inn is a Mediterranean-style hotel offering relaxation and free perks. HighlightsAcross the street from West BeachFree property-wide high-speed InternetFree deluxe continental breakfast Nightly poolside wine and cheese reception RoomsThere are 46 West Beach Inn rooms that are nonsmoking and include a safe, bathrobes, free high-speed wireless Internet, refrigerator, coffee-maker, iron with ironing board, hair-dryer, air conditioning, cable TV with HBO, and game table. Garden view rooms include a single queen bed. Harbor view rooms are furnished with a private balcony and either one king or two queen beds. The remodeled master suite offers almost 2,000 square feet of space with pool, marina, and ocean views, and a 600-square-foot balcony and deck. The suite is furnished with a full kitchen, breakfast bar, large dining room, five plasma TVs, central air, washer and dryer. FeaturesComplimentary offerings at West Beach Inn include free property-wide high-speed Internet, a continental breakfast buffet, parking and local calls. The free wine and cheese reception held poolside each evening allows guests to mingle. Guests steep in the outdoor heated pool and Jacuzzi. Parking is free. DiningWest Beach Inn guests start the days off right with a free deluxe continental breakfast. Each evening, a poolside wine and cheese reception is held. Many local Santa Barbara restaurants are nearby. Italian, French and Cajun are just a few cuisines to choose from. Transportation Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (10.4 mi/16.7 km)Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport (89.6 mi/144.2 km)Los Angeles International Airport (96.6 mi/155.5 km) Attractions Stearns Wharf (0.5 mi/0.8 km)Ty Warner Sea Center (0.5 mi/0.8 km)Santa Barbara Museum of Art (1.4 mi/2.3 km)Santa Barbara Zoo (1.9 mi/3.1 km)Mission Santa Barbara (2.9 mi/4.7 km)Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History (3.4 mi/5.5 km) BusinessFree free property-wide high-speed Internet Policies and feesPlease request bedding preference in the special requests section of the booking path.
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Nightly rates from $169

Santa Barbara Inn

3 stars
3.9 / 5 48 reviews
Value and convenience near gorgeous East BeachThe Santa Barbara Inn is located just across the street from East Beach, which is widely regarded as the finest beach in Santa Barbara. The inn overlooks the Pacific Ocean, surrounded by palm trees and gardens. The electric Santa Barbara shuttle (fees apply) stops in front of the Santa Barbara Inn, allowing guests to see the sights in the most convenient, eco-friendly way possible. Travelers can walk to both the shops and eateries at Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Zoological Gardens. The famous wine country area is only a 45-minute drive away. Highlights East Beach locationFree continental breakfastFree Wi-Fi throughout inn RoomsThe 69 rooms at the Santa Barbara Inn include a king or two queen beds, with 500-thread count sheets, down comforters and pillows. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi, a mini refrigerator, hair-dryer, iron/ironing board, free bottled water, a free newspaper, terry robes, ceiling fans and private balconies or patios. For in-room entertainment, guests can find a flat-screen television, Nintendo and movies on-demand. Some rooms feature pool or ocean views. Features The Santa Barbara Inn offers an unbeatable location, just steps from beautiful East Beach, with carefully manicured grounds and an outdoor pool and hot tub. Wi-Fi is free throughout the inn. Guests enjoy a free continental breakfast each morning and can use the Santa Barbara shuttle (fees apply) to get to many attractions, including the shops on State Street. The shuttle stops in front of inn ever half-hour. The Santa Barbara Inn is within walking distance to the Santa Barbara Zoo and the boutiques and restaurants of Stearns Wharf. Transportation Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (11.7 mi/18.8 km)Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport (88 mi/141.6 km)Los Angeles International Airport (95 mi/152.9 km)Santa Barbara shuttle stop in front of inn (fees apply) Attractions Santa Barbara Zoo (0.5 mi/0.8 km)Stearns Wharf (1.3 mi/2.1 km)Ty Warner Sea Center (1.3 mi/2.1 km)Santa Barbara Museum of Art (2.2 mi/3.5 km)Mission Santa Barbara (3.1 mi/5 km)Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History (4 mi/6.4 km)State Street (4.4 mi/7.1 km)University of California, Santa Barbara (13 mi/20.9 km) Business Free Wi-Fi throughout innOn-site business centerCatering availableOffers 1,300 square feet of meeting space that fits 100 people
Nightly rates from $158

Hotel Santa Barbara

3 stars
3.6 / 5 16 reviews
Downtown Santa Barbara's favorite historic boutique hotel. Fine dining, world-class shopping, cultural venues, entertainment, great beaches, all within walking distance. Hotel Santa Barbara's irresistible downtown atmosphere with 75 inviting guest rooms and sunlit lobby, provide the perfect place to relax before stepping out in the heart of beautiful Santa Barbara. Experience warm hospitality, rich history and contemporary comfort... a good value for business and leisure travelers alike. Comfortable, charming, inviting: the spirit of home. The hotel also offers free deluxe continental breakfast, bottled water and wireles internet to its guest. More Restaurants: Olio y Limon: Located 8 blocks from the hotel. Upscale, one of the best Italian restaurants in town. Their informal new Pizzaria is also excellent. Adema: Located 2 blocks from the hotel. Vegan Restaurant and bakery Casa Blanca: Located 3 blocks from the hotel. Dine indoors or outside. Mexican Fare with full bar. Opal: Located 8 blocks from the hotel. Lively, popular restaurant & full bar. Reasonably priced with variety of Arch Rock Fish: Located 2 blocks from the hotel. Good seafood, happy hour selections. The Fish House: 3/4 mile from the hotel along Cabrillo Blvd. Good choice for seafood. Located near Stearn's Wharf and beaches.
Nightly rates from $74

Sandpiper Lodge

2 stars
3.2 / 5 77 reviews
Budget-minded Santa Barbara lodge near Stearns WharfThe Sandpiper Lodge is located on upper State Street, just minutes away from Stearns Wharf, dining, shopping and beautiful beaches. The Sandpiper Lodge provides an array of amenities, including an on-site fitness center, guest reception and free continental breakfast with juice, coffee and baked goods. RoomsRooms at the Sandpiper Lodge include air conditioning, a mini refrigerator, cable television, pay-per-view movies and games, a data port, voice mail, coffee-maker, iron/ironing board and free Wi-Fi. The private bathroom includes a hair-dryer. Guests can choose from a king or two queen beds. A two-bedroom unit with three beds is also available with one king bed in the front room and two double beds in the second room. HighlightsFree continental breakfast Free Wi-FiConcierge in the lobbyAdults-only fitness center FeaturesSandpiper Lodge guests can take a dip in the heated outdoor pool and whirlpool, and work out in the on-site, adults-only fitness center. Each morning, a free continental breakfast is served. Centrally located, the Sandpiper Lodge is just minutes from beaches, Stearns Wharf, shopping and much more. Parking is free, and there is a concierge available in the lobby, able to assist guests 24 hours a day. Transportation Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (6.9 mi/11.1 km)Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport (92.7 mi/149.2 km)Los Angeles Intl Airport (99.2 mi/159.6 km)Bus stop in front of lodge Attractions La Cumbre Plaza (0.5 mi/0.8 km)Santa Barbara Golf Club (0.6 mi/1 km)Mission Santa Barbara (1.9 mi/3.1 km)Stearns Wharf (3.6 mi/5.8 km)Ty Warner Sea Center (3.6 mi/5.8 km)Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History (4.1 mi/6.6 km)Santa Barbara Zoo (5.4 mi/8.7 km) Business Free Wi-Fi
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Nightly rates from $160

The Sandman Inn

Great Santa Barbara value accommodationsThe Sandman Inn is located on 4.5 acres of nicely landscaped grounds with a hot tub and two outdoor heated swimming pools. A daily, free continental breakfast buffet gives guests the perfect way to start the day off right. Amenities like a DVD player in rooms and more than 200 DVDs for free rental keep travelers entertained. Rooms also feature free high-speed wireless Internet, a microwave and a refrigerator. Families and couples on a budget staying in Santa Barbara keep coming back to The Sandman Inn for well-priced accommodations. Highlights Free deluxe continental breakfast Free high-speed wireless InternetLocal fitness center access RoomsThe Sandman Inn offers 112 nonsmoking guest rooms, some of which offer poolside views. Revamped air conditioning, heating and new mattresses are available in most rooms. Dual-pane windows assure that tired travelers are able to sleep. The 32-inch flat-screen televisions entertain guests with free cable and HBO. Guests can enjoy the movies of their choosing, as more than 200 DVDs are available for free to play on in-room DVD players. Guests can choose from rooms with a king or two queen beds with 225 square feet of space, expanded cable television with HBO and DVD player, voice mail, free local calls, refrigerator, microwave, coffee-maker, bathroom with shower only and air conditioning. Poolside rooms at the Sandman Inn provide a king bed with the above amenities and 250 square feet of space. FeaturesThe Sandman Inn features two outdoor heated swimming pools, whirlpool and local fitness center access. The Sandman Inn provides a daily free deluxe continental breakfast for guests with items like breakfast burritos, fruit, cereal, yogurt, bagels, hard-boiled eggs, coffee and a selection of juices. Santa Barbara has numerous dining options, and a Whole Foods supermarket is just across the street. Transportation Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (6.7 mi/10.8 km)Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport (93.5 mi/150.5 km)Los Angeles Intl Airport (104 mi/167.4 km) Attractions Santa Barbara Golf Club (0.7 mi/1.1 km)Stevens Park (1 mi/1.6 km)Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History (2.3 mi/3.7 km)Santa Barbara Museum of Art (2.8 mi/4.5 km)Stearns Wharf (5.4 mi/8.7 km)Ty Warner Sea Center (5.4 mi/8.7 km)Santa Barbara Zoo (6.5 mi/10.5 km)University of California, Santa Barbara (8 mi/12.9 km) Business Free high-speed wireless InternetWork desk
Value Save 25% with advance purchase of 30 days or more
Nightly rates from $185

Villa Rosa

3 stars
3.1 / 5 14 reviews
One of the finest Santa Barbara Inns, combining an ideal location with the sort of personalized attention you'd expect from the area's top bed and breakfast inn. A 100% NON SMOKING HOTEL - MUST CHECK IN BY 10PM. We provide continental breakfast daily, so you can sit back and enjoy the morning. For total relaxation, lounge by our pool or soak in the spa in our garden courtyard. Later in the day, enjoy mingling with your newfound friends around complimentary wine and cheese or evening port and sherry.
Nightly rates from $85

Quality Inn Santa Barbara

2 stars
3.1 / 5 21 reviews
Affordable Santa Barbara lodging next to MacKenzie ParkThe Quality Inn Santa Barbara sits adjacent to MacKenzie Park and is just two miles from the downtown shops and restaurants of State Street. Guests looking to explore historic Mission Santa Barbara will find that it is just a mile away. The Quality Inn Santa Barbara is also within a 10-mile drive of the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport and University of California, Santa Barbara. Guests can walk to local parks, shops and restaurants. Some rooms offer mountain views. Highlights Free high-speed Internet throughout hotelFree continental breakfastOutdoor pool RoomsRooms at the Quality Inn Santa Barbara offer a choice of a king, queen or two double beds. Rooms come equipped with spacious work desks, refrigerators, cable television, hair-dryers, coffee-makers, free local calls, free weekday newspapers, free high-speed Internet access, and iron/ironing boards. Some rooms offer mountain views and microwaves. Nonsmoking and Americans with Disabilities Act-compliant rooms are available. FeaturesQuality Inn Santa Barbara guests enjoy free coffee in the hotel lobby in addition to other amenities, like free continental breakfast, free high-speed wireless Internet, an outdoor pool and a convenient, central location to a multitude of Santa Barbara destinations. DiningGuests are treated to a free continental breakfast daily. Additionally, the Quality Inn Santa Barbara is next to a Trader Joe's grocery store. Several restaurants are nearby as well. Transportation Santa Barbara Amtrak (3.1 mi/5 km)Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (8.5 mi/13.7 km)Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport (92.6 mi/149 km) Attractions Mission Santa Barbara (1 mi/1.6 km)Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History (1.3 mi/2.1 km)Santa Barbara Museum of Art (2.1 mi/3.4 km)Stearns Wharf (3.5 mi/5.6 km)Santa Barbara Zoo (5.6 mi/9 km)University of California, Santa Barbara (9.9 mi/15.9 km) Business Free high-speed Internet throughout hotelSpacious deskFax services
Nightly rates from $125

Days Inn And Suites Santa Barbara

2 stars
3.3 / 5 46 reviews
Welcome to The Days Inn And Suites, in the Heart of Santa Barbara. Located in downtown Santa Barbara on State Street, the Art Deco inspired hotel has been welcoming guests for more than 40 years. This vibrant part of the community is just a few blocks from the beach and offers a restful retreat after a day well-spent boutique-hopping through some of the countrys most upscale retail shops, touring the historic Santa Barbara Art-scape, catching a show at the Granada, Lobero or Arlington Theatres or simply doing nothing and soaking in some sun poolside. Daybreak breakfast is complimentary. Wireless internet is provided in all rooms and guest common areas. Rollaways available for some rooms for a 15 USD fee. Hotel has 2 covered parking garages and exterior parking lot that allows for bus or truck parking.
Value Stay 3, Save 20%
Nightly rates from $148

Hotel Oceana Santa Barbara

Great value and views with mobile spa services, free amenitiesThe Hotel Oceana Santa Barbara is just steps from West Beach. Lush gardens surround Spanish-influenced buildings with mountain and ocean views. Italian linens on guest beds make for easy rest and relaxation. Guests can indulge in a facial or massage on-site, or work out at any time in the 24-hour fitness center. Two outdoor heated pools, a Jacuzzi and cabanas offer respite from the heat. Free bike rentals allow Hotel Oceana Santa Barbara guests to get around Santa Barbara easily. HighlightsAcross the street from West BeachFree continental breakfastFree Wi-FiFree bike rentals RoomsHotel Oceana Santa Barbara has 122 bright and colorful rooms with a queen or king beds. All guest rooms include down comforters and pillows, Aveda toiletries, cable/satellite HDTVs, on-demand movies, windows that open, CD players or iPod docking stations with clock radios, video game consoles, refrigerators, telephones, ceiling fans, voicemail, wake-up calls and hairdryers. Rooms may come with partial or full ocean and marina views. Cribs, microwaves and iron/ironing boards are available upon request. Some deluxe king rooms offer a sleeper sofa. FeaturesThe Hotel Oceana Santa Barbara offers mobile spa service to guests. An on-site fitness center provides a way to whittle away calories. Two outdoor heated pools and a Jacuzzi boast ocean and garden views and feature poolside cabanas, lounge chairs and a ping pong table. Vibrant greenery surrounds the Hotel Oceana. West Beach is just steps away. Free bike rentals allow guests to get around easily. DiningHotel Oceana Santa Barbara serves a free continental breakfast daily, with omelets on the weekends. Guests enjoy local fruit and fresh-baked goods inside or on the sun-drenched patio. TransportationLos Angeles International Airport (96.7 mi/155.6 km)Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (10.5 mi/16.9 km)Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport (89.7 mi/144.3 km) AttractionsStearns Wharf (0.4 mi/0.6 km)Ty Warner Sea Center (0.4 mi/0.6 km)Santa Barbara Museum of Art (1.3 mi/2.1 km)Santa Barbara Zoo (1.8 mi/2.9 km)Mission Santa Barbara (2.9 mi/4.7 km)Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History (4.1 mi/6.6 km) BusinessFree Wi-FiMeeting space accommodates up to 40 peopleCatering availableFax, copy and printing services
Nightly rates from $127

BEST WESTERN Beachside Inn

3 stars
3.5 / 5 56 reviews
West Beach on a budget, with views Included from Santa Barbara innThe Best Western Beachside Inn is located steps from the Harbor Yacht Marina and minutes from the beautiful sands of West Beach in Santa Barbara. The hotel is also within walking distance of many restaurants, shops and attractions like Stearns Wharf and Mission Santa Barbara. Best Western Beachside Inn guests enjoy easy access to Santa Barbara sights, as the city trolley stops just across from the hotel. A courtyard, sundeck and outdoor heated swimming pool give guests an opportunity to relax. Highlights Free daily continental breakfast Free wired high-speed Internet Outdoor heated pool RoomsThe 60 rooms at the Best Western Beachside Inn feature refrigerators, microwaves, cable TV with HBO, a coffee-maker, hair-dryer, iron and ironing board, and free wired high-speed Internet access. Choices include pool-, park- and ocean-view rooms, doubles or king beds. Most rooms feature private balconies. A limited amount of pet friendly accommodations are available. FeaturesBest Western Beachside Inn is across the street from the Harbor Yacht Marina. Guests can stroll to the beach and relax, sunbathe, picnic and enjoy a view of the Channel Islands. The shops, attractions and restaurants of Santa Barbara are easy to access: The city trolley stops across the street and takes guests to a variety of destinations for a nominal charge. Several attractions and restaurants can also be accessed on foot. The property provides a heated outdoor pool and sundeck where guests can chill after an exciting day of exploring the city, wine tasting or golfing. DiningBest Western Beachside Inn guests enjoy a free daily continental breakfast with cereal, toast, muffins, coffee, tea and juice. (A breakfast voucher is required. See front desk for details.) Santa Barbara is well known for its wide variety of dining choices. Several restaurants are within walking and driving distance. Transportation Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (10.3 mi/16.6 km)Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport (89.6 mi/144.2 km)Los Angeles Intl Airport (96.1 mi/154.7 km)Santa Barbara trolley strop across from hotel (small fee) Attractions Stearns Wharf (0.6 mi/1 km)Ty Warner Sea Center (0.6 mi/1 km)Santa Barbara Museum of Art (1.5 mi/2.4 km)Santa Barbara Zoo (1.9 mi/3.1 km)Mission Santa Barbara (2.9 mi/4.7km)Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History (3.4 mi/5.5 km)University of California, Santa Barbara (11.7 mi/18.8 km) BusinessFree wired high-speed Internet Policies and feesOn-site parking available for $3 USD per vehicle daily.
Value Save 10% on your stay
* Prices reflect the lowest "base rate" found over the next 30 days. Rates are subject to change and may not include taxes and fees, hotel service charges, extra person charges, or incidentals, such as room service. All rates are displayed in USD unless otherwise noted. Converted rates are provided for your convenience. They are based on today's exchange rate, but the hotel will charge you in the local currency.
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3 cheap California hotels from north to south

By Vince Font California’s great to visit year round, even in winter. Although some of the locals in the northern parts of the state may warn you away with tales of temperatures that plummet to near 30 in the middle of the night, some of you flying in from colder climes may find that outright balmy. In addition, contrary to popular belief there are plenty of cheap California hotels that give you the opportunity to take in the sights without having to worry about filing Chapter 7 on your return back home. Here are three of the best, starting south and heading north. Northern California: Clarion Collection Lodge, Calistoga If you think all there is to California are movie stars, redwood trees and blinding smog, think again -- and plan a visit to Napa Valley, one of the premiere wine producing locations in the world. If your picture of an ideal vacation is wine tasting in beautiful surroundings, book a stay at the Clarion Collection Lodge in Calistoga. Considering that other lodgings in this part of the country demand an arm and a leg for an overnight stay, the Clarion’s asking rate of $95 per night  puts it on my short list of impeccable cheap California hotels. When you’re done wine tasting, price out the cost of a local mud bath. You’d be surprised how relaxing it really is. Southern California: The Inn at East Beach, Santa Barbara The Santa Barbara coastline is breathtaking. Words could attempt to describe it, and photos do a decent job, but the view is really one that has to be seen in person to be truly appreciated. Located 95 miles north of Los Angeles, Santa Barbara is the gateway to the Channel Islands National Park and a premiere location for the California vacations of many. Some of the best rates can be snagged at The Inn at East Beach, which is just a block from East Beach and overlooks the stunning foothill mountains. With nightly rates around $146 , this hotel puts others in the same league to shame -- both by way of quality and affordability. Central California: Sea Breeze Inn and Cottages, Pacific Grove Perhaps no other city gives Santa Barbara a run for its money in the coastline beauty category than Monterey, a quaint city rich with literary history. John Steinbeck wrote extensively about this part of the country, and helped give the downtown historical area of Cannery Row an aura of mystique with his novel of the same name. When looking for lodgings, bear in mind that there are so many things to see in Monterey -- the world famous Monterey Bay Aquarium, for one -- that you’ll likely only return to your hotel to rest up until morning. For this reason, and to leave room in the respective budgets of your California vacations, I suggest the Sea Breeze Inn and Cottages in next-door Pacific Grove, which has nightly rates around $65 and is a short walk from several beaches on the gorgeous tip of the Monterey peninsula. Interested in heading out west? You can find cheap tickets to California that will  prevent you from sapping your savings before you even arrive. You can even double up your efforts by booking a flight and hotel together. Insider tip: Traveling with the tykes? Book a room in San Diego -- the unofficial family capital of California  -- for up to 35 percent off or free nights at select hotels by Feb. 28. Related Resources: Vince Font is a freelance writer born in Puerto Rico and currently escaped to Utah. When not dreaming of interstellar travel, he’s on the hunt for weird, wacky, and off-the-beaten-track vacation destinations. Next stop: The Lizzie Borden Bed and Breakfast.

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