Cheap Hotels in Santa Barbara
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Sandpiper Lodge
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Top neighborhoods in Santa Barbara

Montecito
Celebrity-favored Montecito offers backcountry hiking trails and attractions like Lotusland and El Fureidis. Easily accessible via State Route 192 and the U.S. 101 Freeway, it's well-connected to Santa Barbara County.

Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Barbara's Santa Barbara Beach neighborhood is known for its beaches and waterfront, and entices visitors with attractions including Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

Downtown Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara's Downtown Santa Barbara neighborhood is known for its restaurants and beaches, and entices visitors with attractions including Lobero Theater and Presidio Santa Barbara.

West Beach
Santa Barbara's West Beach neighborhood has a host of places to visit such as Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum.
Top landmarks in Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Zoo
It's feeding time at the zoo! If you want to be reminded of some of the great animals our world is home to, you might want to pay a trip to Santa Barbara Zoo, located 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from central Santa Barbara. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. If you have fun at Santa Barbara Zoo, you'll love Santa Barbara Natural History Museum and Earl Warren Showgrounds, both located nearby.
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How to find the best cheap hotels in Santa Barbara?
✅ There are lots of cheap hotels available in Santa Barbara in 2025. What's more, our rewards programOpens in a new window makes Santa Barbara hotels an even better choice for travelers on a budget.
✅ Whether you're looking for a hostel, apart-hotel or Bed & Breakfast, there's something for every type of traveler in Santa Barbara on Hotels.com – use the helpful search filters to find some of the cheapest hotels in Santa Barbara for your budget-friendly stay.
✅ You'll find lots of cheap hotels in Santa Barbara – with Hotels.com. With so many choices, we recommend you use the search filter for price limits to narrow down your options.
✅ The best time of year for an affordable vacation to Santa Barbara is during low season. This is when fewer people visit and there is a wider range of cheap Santa Barbara hotels available.
✅ There are plenty of things to see and do in Santa Barbara on a budget! From exploring the city's iconic landmarks and museums to enjoying the great outdoors and local parks, there is something for everyone in Santa Barbara.
✅ If you're looking to travel to Santa Barbara on a budget, there are plenty of ways to save. One option is to consider booking your travel during off-peak times when prices for flights, hotels, and attractions may be lower. Another option is budget-friendly transportation, such as local public transportation like buses or trains.
✅ To find the great budget hotels in Santa Barbara for families, use our "Family friendly" filter under the "Travel experience" header. This will filter for family-friendly accommodation essentials.
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