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Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Hotel in Goleta, Santa Barbara (1.2 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara)

Offering an outdoor pool and hot tub, Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta is located in the Goleta district in Santa Barbara, next to University of California, Santa Barbara.Private parking...

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8.8
Excellent
102 reviews
Price from
$287
per night

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Hotel in Goleta, Santa Barbara (1.6 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara)

Set in Santa Barbara, Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta is 9.9 mi from Antioch College and offers facilities like an outdoor pool.

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8.3
Very Good
274 reviews
Price from
$229
per night

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Hotel in Santa Barbara (1.4 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara)

Just 4 miles from Santa Barbara Airport, this Goleta hotel features an outdoor pool and hot tub. A restaurant and fitness center is on site. Free Wi-Fi is included in all guest rooms.

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8
Very Good
170 reviews
Price from
$237
per night

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Hotel in Goleta, Santa Barbara (2 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara)

This California hotel is just 2 miles from Goleta Beach Park. Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta features an outdoor pool, a hot tub and rooms with flat-screen cable TVs and free Wi-Fi.

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7.9
Good
326 reviews
Price from
$206
per night

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Hotel in Goleta, Santa Barbara (2.3 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara)

Located in a lush grove of trees off Highway 101, this all suites hotel features an outdoor pool and hot tub in a garden setting. Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is 5 minutes’ drive away.

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8.1
Very Good
119 reviews
Price from
$242
per night

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Hotel in Goleta, Santa Barbara (2.5 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara)

Featuring a fitness center and outdoor pool, Best Western Plus South Coast Inn is a contemporary property located within 10 minutes’ drive of downtown Santa Barbara and Goleta Beach.

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7.9
Good
707 reviews
Price from
$172
per night

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  • Marina Beach Motel
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,106 reviews

    This Santa Barbara Motel, 15 minutes’ drive from the University of California Santa Barbara, offers a complimentary daily breakfast buffet and free bicycles to its guests during their stay.

    Clean, well-appointed, nicely maintained, excellent location

  • El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 113 reviews

    Offering sweeping Pacific Ocean views, this boutique hotel is 5 minutes’ drive away from Central Santa Barbara.

    Beautiful, well maintained grounds! Gorgeous views.

  • Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,789 reviews

    This Santa Barbara, California hotel is located 3 miles from Stearn’s Wharf on the Pacific Ocean. The hotel offers free WiFi and cable TV in every room.

    All, the room was perfect for family The swimming pool was good

  • Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 285 reviews

    Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel provides rooms in Santa Barbara near Santa Barbara City College and Antioch College.

    lovely little home away from home, nice breakfast

  • Villa Rosa Inn
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,568 reviews

    This small inn is located steps from the beach in Santa Barbara, California. The inn offers a free continental breakfast and free evening wine tasting with snacks.

    Amazing property and hospitality services. Great stay

  • Sandpiper Lodge - Santa Barbara
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,144 reviews

    Located 4 mi from Arroyo Burro Beach Country Park, this hotel in Santa Barbara, California offers an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center.

    The room was spacious and came with a coffee machine

  • Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 700 reviews

    Located in Santa Barbara, 6.6 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara, Hyatt Place Santa Barbara provides accommodations with a fitness center, private parking, a shared lounge and a...

    Very comfy beds and pillows Very clean Nice size rooms

  • Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 492 reviews

    Next to the shops and restaurants at La Cumbre Plaza in Santa Barbara, this hotel offers 2 heated swimming pools, guestrooms with free high-speed wireless internet access and an on-site restaurant.

    Easy check in, friendly staff and clean facilities.

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  • Simpson House Inn
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 239 reviews

    Built in 1874, this Victorian bed and breakfast is surrounded by lush landscaped grounds and 3 blocks of city parks. It features gourmet breakfast and evening wine tastings.

    The whole experience was amazing! we all loved it.

  • The Eagle Inn
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 639 reviews

    Located 10 minutes’ walk from Central Santa Barbara, this hotel serves daily hot breakfast with egg dishes and organic fruit. All unique guest rooms offer free Wi-Fi. Free guest parking is available.

    Great staff, great staff,great experience loved it

  • Mason Beach Inn
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,094 reviews

    Less than 5 minutes' walk from the beach, this Santa Barbara inn features an outdoor heated pool and a hot tub. All guestrooms offer free WiFi.

    The coffee/ snack/ cereal table in Receptoon

  • Harbor View Inn
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,576 reviews

    Offering an outdoor pool and hot tub, this Santa Barbara hotel is less than 5 minutes’ walk from Stearn’s Wharf. Guests can enjoy a full service spa experience at Spa Beaumontia, located on-site.

    Very nice clean and big room in a very convenient location!

  • Santa Barbara Inn
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 607 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, the Santa Barbara Inn is located in Santa Barbara, 2 minutes' walk from the beach.

    It was an amazing hotel huge rooms and great views

  • Riviera Beach House
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 262 reviews

    This contemporary hotel is just 5 minutes’ walk to Stearns Wharf and the Santa Barbara beachfront. Free Wi-Fi is provided. All rooms include plush bathrobes in the en suite European-style bathrooms.

    Location was fantastic. Staff were super friendly.

  • Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 582 reviews

    This hotel is 8 miles from downtown Santa Barbara and within 5 minutes' drive of the University of California-Santa Barbara. The hotel offers an airport shuttle and free WiFi.

    Very comfortable, excellent value and helpful staff.

  • The Upham Hotel
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 419 reviews

    This historic hotel in downtown Santa Barbara is a 5-minute drive to the beach and Stearns Wharf. It is surrounded by an acre of gardens. Guests can enjoy the property's free WiFi as well.

    Everything went great. Breakfast and coffee were good too

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  • La Playa Inn Santa Barbara
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 2,328 reviews

    The Pacific Ocean is less than 5 minutes’ walk from this Santa Barbara property. Continental breakfast and free WiFi are provided. A refrigerator is included in each room.

    Lovely place and staff. Quiet, modern and well equipped.

  • Palihouse Santa Barbara
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 237 reviews

    Located in Santa Barbara, 1.3 miles from East Beach, Palihouse Santa Barbara has accommodations with a fitness center, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

    great vibe, lovely staff and good central location

  • Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 175 reviews

    Avania Inn of Santa Barbara is located at 1.5 blocks from the waterfront and Stearn's Wharf. All guest rooms are equipped with free Wi-Fi.

    Jasmine katy jamaru were really helpfull and efficient.

  • De La Vina Inn
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 81 reviews

    Located in Santa Barbara, 2.2 mi from Leadbetter Beach and 1050 feet from State Street, De La Vina Inn features a secure self check-in system, accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking...

    Beautiful historical building in a fantastic location

  • Brisas Del Mar Inn at the Beach
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 383 reviews

    This Santa Barbara hotel is 2 blocks from the many beaches and yacht harbor. The Mediterranean-style hotel features a fountain, free bike rentals, and an expanded continental breakfast every morning.

    The lovely breakfast and afternoon treat of cheese and wine

  • Castillo Inn at the Beach
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,375 reviews

    A 9-minute walk from East Beach, Castillo Inn at the Beach provides 2-star accommodations in the West Beach district of Santa Barbara.

    The mattress was extremely comfortable very nice!!!

  • Hotel Californian
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 232 reviews

    Located next to the Funk Zone in Santa Barbara, the Hotel Californian is just steps from the beach and features an outdoor pool.

    location. the room was beautiful and the staff was great

  • Hotel Santa Barbara
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 783 reviews

    This hotel is within 2 mi of the Santa Barbara Zoo and Leadbetter Beach and Park. We offer complimentary Wi-Fi and a Starbucks Coffee shop right outside our doors.

    Great location, comfortable bed and friendly staff