Santa Barbara Luxury Hotels

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Here is a quick list of Luxury Hotels in Santa Barbara, selected based on their rating

Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
Harbor View Inn

8.8 / 10

(1308 Reviews)

From 285$
Spanish Garden Inn

9.3 / 10

(339 Reviews)

From 219$
San Ysidro Ranch Hotel

8.7 / 10

(13 Reviews)

From 2845$
Kimpton Canary Hotel, An Ihg Hotel

7.3 / 10

(127 Reviews)

From 344$
Bath Street Inn

8.9 / 10

(474 Reviews)

From 240$

In a world where most people are looking for ways to save money, it may seem like a strange decision to choose a luxury hotel over a more affordable option. However, there are many reasons why luxury hotels make sense when travelling to Santa Barbara.

One of the main reasons is that luxury hotels offer a much better experience than their more affordable counterparts. They typically have larger rooms, better amenities, and more services available. This means that you won’t have to deal with the hassles of a budget hotel, such as small rooms, limited amenities, and poor service.

Another reason to choose a luxury hotel is that they often offer better value for money. This is because they include many amenities and services that you would have to pay for if you were staying in a budget hotel. For example, a luxury hotel may include breakfast, Wi-Fi, and parking in the price of your room, while a budget hotel would not.

A final reason to choose a luxury hotel is that they are often in prime locations. This means that you will be close to all the best restaurants, shops, and attractions in Santa Barbara.

So, if you are looking for a comfortable, convenient, and luxurious experience when travelling to Santa Barbara, a luxury hotel is the perfect choice.

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High end Hotels in Santa Barbara

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Harbor View Inn Spanish Garden Inn San Ysidro Ranch Hotel Kimpton Canary Hotel, An Ihg Hotel Upscale Hotels in Downtown Santa Barbara Bath Street Inn Hyatt Place Santa Barbara Santa Barbara Inn Santa Barbara Cheap Luxury Hotels Mar Monte Hotel, In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt Best Western Plus Santa Barbara Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

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8.8
Excellent
1308 Reviews

Harbor View Inn

📍 28 West Cabrillo Boulevard

From 285$

Some of the modern rooms of this Santa Barbara property face the sea, and comprise a balcony and a cloakroom. Certain units feature modern-style interior along with carpeted flooring.

You can keep fit with a gym area, exercise bicycles and elliptical machines. There is a gym with a wide range of sports.

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9.3
Excellent
339 Reviews

Spanish Garden Inn

📍 915 Garden Street

From 219$

Welcoming guests to an adjoining terrace and a balcony, the rooms are furnished with a work desk. Also, there is a mini fridge bar and coffee/tea making equipment as well as a safe box and smoke detectors provided. Some of the spacious units have views of the courtyard.

Santa Barbara has a long history as a luxury destination, and the hotels here reflect that. From the Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara to the luxurious El Capitan Canyon, there's a wide range of options for those looking for a high-end experience. Santa Barbara luxury hotels are perfect for a romantic getaway, a family vacation, or a business trip. No matter what you're looking for, you're sure to find a hotel that meets your needs in Santa Barbara.

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8.7
Excellent
13 Reviews

San Ysidro Ranch Hotel

📍 900 San Ysidro Lane

From 2845$

Welcoming guests to an adjoining terrace and a seating area, the rooms are furnished with a writing table. Also, there is a mini bar fridge as well as an individual safe provided. The units of this Santa Barbara hotel look out over the Pacific Ocean.

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Upscale Hotels in Downtown Santa Barbara

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7.3
Good
127 Reviews

Kimpton Canary Hotel, An Ihg Hotel

📍 31 W Carrillo St

From 344$

The air conditioned rooms have a balcony and a dining area, and some of them face the city. They are appointed with a writing desk, and also feature a mini-fridge-bar. Equipped with a separate toilet and a shower, the plush bathrooms have a hairdryer and towels.

The accommodation offers a gym as well as a spa salon to enjoy your stay.

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8.9
Excellent
474 Reviews

Bath Street Inn

📍 1720 Bath Street

From 240$

Looking onto the mountain, some rooms at Bath Street Inn offer a stone fireplace furnished with a sofa. Guests can use a roll in shower and a hot tub together with a hairdryer and towels.

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Hotels in Santa Barbara

Average Price 🏷️ 455$
Rating 🏆 40
Landmarks nearby 🌆 Reagan Ranch Center, Casa del Herrero, Shoreline Park, Santa Barbara Museum of Art, Santa Barbara Zoo
Top Santa Barbara Hotels 🔑 55
Most comfortable Hotel 🛏️ Harbor View Inn
Best mid-range Hotel 🌴 Spanish Garden Inn
Top Service Hotel 🛁 San Ysidro Ranch Hotel

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7.7
Very good
882 Reviews

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

📍 4111 State St

From 209$

Along with a coffee maker, they also have a flat-screen TV with satellite channels to keep you entertained. Providing a separate toilet and a shower, the bathrooms are equipped with hairdryers and bath sheets.

The accommodation has a fitness suite. This hotel also provides a 24-hour business centre for those arriving on business.

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Santa Barbara Cheap Luxury Hotels

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9
Excellent
586 Reviews

Santa Barbara Inn

📍 901 E Cabrillo Blvd

From 395$

The Santa Barbara Inn are a group of historic hotels located in the downtown area of Santa Barbara, California. The inns are situated on a stretch of State Street, one of the main thoroughfares in the city, and are all within walking distance of each other. The original inn, now known as the Santa Barbara Inn, was built in 1875. It is the only inn still in operation from that time. A number of other inns were built in the early 1900s, and they too have been restored and are now used as hotels. The inns are a popular tourist destination, as they offer visitors a chance to stay in historic buildings in a beautiful location. Some guestrooms offer a comfortable decor and views of the ocean. The private bathrooms feature a hairdryer and shower caps.

This hotel offers a fitness suite as well as a spa salon to enjoy your stay.

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7.5
Very good
383 Reviews

Mar Monte Hotel, In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt

📍 1111 East Cabrillo Boulevard

From 319$

Furnished with a writing table, the 200 rooms include conveniences like a flat-screen TV with satellite channels along with coffee/tea making facilities. They come with a spa bathtub and a roll-in shower together with amenities like a hairdryer and bath sheets.

Guests can work out at a fitness room and relax in a spa salon. This hotel also provides a business centre for those arriving on business.

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8
Very good
1145 Reviews

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

📍 2220 Bath Street

From 191$

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara Hotel has 122 rooms, some of them comprise a mini-kitchen and a dining area, and have self-catering options like coffee and tea making facilities. Guests can use a separate toilet together with hairdryers and bathrobes.

A comfortable stay at the accommodation awaits you with a spa salon featuring beauty treatments, hair styling and a haircut.

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Santa Barbara Kid Friendly Hotels

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9.3
Excellent
321 Reviews

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

📍 36 West Valerio Street

From 314$

There are 18 quiet rooms at this Santa Barbara hotel, some of them feature a stone fireplace, and conveniences like WiFi. For more comfort toiletries and dressing gowns along with a separate toilet and a shower are provided. The units also face the courtyard.

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8.1
Very good
414 Reviews

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

📍 421 South Milpas Street

From 469$

Located just off The Cabrillo Ball Park, this 4-star Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Property Santa Barbara California is a 10-minutes’ drive from Leadbetter Beach. Wi-Fi is available throughout the venue as well as an outdoor swimming pool, a picnic area and a golf course are available on site.

The accommodation is set in East Beach district, a few steps from Santa Barbara Zoo. The hotel is less than 4.2 km from Old Mission Santa Barbara Catholic Church. Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Property is a short ride from the Spanish Santa Barbara County Courthouse.

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9.2
Excellent
103 Reviews

Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara

📍 1260 Channel Drive

From 645$

Along with a mini-fridge-bar, the rooms are furnished with a work desk. Certain units overlook the ocean.

Enjoy the use of a Jacuzzi and a sauna and many other services such as a gym area and yoga classes. There is a gym in this Santa Barbara property. Business travellers are welcome to use a 24/7 business centre and a meeting room offered on site.

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8
Very good
233 Reviews

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara Hotel

📍 8301 Hollister Avenue

From 319$

Looking onto the sea, some of the 358 rooms are appointed with a marble floor and a stone fireplace. Also, The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara Hotel features a marble flooring. The private bathrooms are appointed with hairdryers and dressing gowns.

This Goleta property has a gym facility.

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Santa Barbara Luxury Hotels FAQ
Which Luxury hotels are popular among city visitors?
What are the best luxury hotels in Santa Barbara?
If you're searching for the best luxury hotel, there are 15 deals in Santa Barbara West Beach district. Another good deal is Spanish Garden Inn (rating: 8.4/10) with a business centre, a gym and a free car park on site. It's set 500 metres from the city centre. Other best hotels are Hotel Californian, Simpson House Inn and Montecito Inn.
What are the best luxury hotels not far from Stearns Wharf?
According to santabarbara-luxuryhotels.com travel data, there are more than 3 best hotels not far from Stearns Wharf. You may like Hotel Californian rated 7.8/10 offering laundry, dry cleaning service and concierge service on site. It's set 5 minutes' walk from Stearns Wharf. Another good deal is Harbor View Inn (rating: 8.0/10) with a tennis court, an outdoor swimming pool and cots on site. It's set 300 metres from Stearns Wharf.

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