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Santa Barbara Vacation

Santa Barbara is one of America's favorite beach destinations. Not only has it gained a reputation as the home of many celebrities (we've seen Oprah, Jonathan Winters, Alan Thicke and John Travolta,) it also is a favored vacation getaway for ordinary people seeking family vacations or romantic couples weekends.

From the Spanish architecture and influence seen in downtown brick walkways and the red-tiled roofs of places such as the historic Courthouse, to the bookstores, gift stores, boutiques and cafes, the look and feel is Continental--which is really odd, considering the city sits outside L.A. in the countryside.

With a state university and a college, there are many well-educated individuals, and the academic influence infuses the city with creative juices.

For photographers, the city offers many opportunities to expand your horizons. Not only are the views, vistas and mountains spectacular for picture taking, the well known Brooks College offers photo courses.

Artists are drawn to Santa Barbara, as well. A very organized system allowing limited sales of artwork at a weekend beach fair attracts a high caliber of art and artists.

In addition to the shopping for art, the Santa Barbara Museum of Art worth seeing, and there are other museums and gardens around the city to explore. Santa Barbara Mission, carriage museum, botanic garden, Stearns Wharf and upscale Bacara Resort are a few of our favorite haunts. Located in California's Central Coast Wine Country, you can taste wine, shop and dine, all at the beach.

 

Santa Barbara Hotels Offer Beach Vacations | Central Coast California Wine Region


Hotels > California Hotels > Central Coast Hotels :

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
128 Castillo Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101

1 Star

The Avania Inn - Just a Short Stroll to the Beach. Swaying palms, soothing sea breezes and a symphony of waves welcome you to the American Riviera. The Avania Inn, formerly Country Inn by the Sea, offers a boutique-style hotel atmosphere with spacious accommodations and gracious amenities - just steps from the beach and downtown Santa Barbara. Bran


Bacara Resort Spa
8301 Hollister Avenue
Santa Barbara, CA 93117

3 Star

On the bluffs and beaches of the central California coast lies a resort of stunning natural beauty and relaxed luxury. Like an intimate Mediterranean village; Bacara sprawls over 78 pristine beachfront acres; nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez mountains. Located just ten minutes from Santa Barbara Airport; the resort*s terra cott


Best Western Encina Lodge And Suites
2220 Bath Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93105

3 Star

Enjoy convenient access to the historic downtown area, local beaches and attractions while staying at this full-service Santa Barbara, California hotel. Guests staying at the Best Western Encina Lodge & Suites will find relaxation and convenience rolled into one for an unbeatable price. Located in a quiet residential area, minutes from southern C


Best Western Intap'i Inn At The Beach
336 West Cabrillo Boulevard
Santa Barbara, CA 93101

2 Star

Discover this ocean front Santa Barbara, California hotel located minutes away from University of California Santa Barbara and Stearns Wharf. Welcome to the Best Western Beachside Inn where guests will enjoy sophisticated ocean front accommodations, friendly customer service and convenient access to key area attractions, all for an affordable ra


Best Western Pepper Tree Inn
3850 State Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93105

3 Star

This popular hotel is just minutes between UCSB, Goleta and downtown State St. and at the gateway to wine country. Directly adjacent to La Cumbre Shopping Plaza and offering complimentary shuttle service from and to the Santa Barbara Airport and Amtrak Station. Welcome to the Best Western Pepper Tree Inn, where guests will find the highest quali


Cheshire Cat Inn
36 West Valerio
Santa Barbara, CA 93101

2 Star

The Cheshire Cat Inn features two stately Queen Anne Victorians, an elegant Coach House with two suites, three cottages and a Spa room offering full massages. The Inn is surrounded by lush flower-filled gardens and patios and is just one block from Santa Barbara?s main shopping street, which is full of attractive courtyards and alleys. Each one of


Coast Village Inn
1188 Coast Village Rd
Santa Barbara, CA 93108

2 Star

The Coast Village Inn is located in Santa Barbera, CA, nestled between the mountains and the sea in the heart of the lush coastal community of Montecito. Pristine beaches, unique shops and boutiques, art galleries, and great restaurants are all within walking distance. There are countless opportunities for sightseeing and recreation. With downtown


Coast Village Inn
1188 Coast Village Road
Santa Barbara, CA 93108

Coast Village Inn is a quaint bed and breakfast nestled between the mountains and the sea in the heart of the lush residential coastal community of Montecito. Here you will find all of the quality, service and elegance that Santa Barbara has to offer. We are located just a few blocks away from pristine Butterfly Beach and just steps away from bouti


Eagle Inn
232 Natoma Avenue
Santa Barbara, CA 93101

2 Star

Quiet and intimate,the Eagle Inn is a fine example of Spanish Colonial Architecture,a style typical of Historic Santa Barbara. This hotel is on the Santa Barbara list of historical buildings and it is a very popular choice with honeymooners, vacationers and business travelers alike. The Inn has been lovingly restored and today is an elegant retre


El Capitan Canyon
11560 Calle Real
Santa Barbara, CA 93117

3 Star

Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez mountains lies El Capitan Ranch, an incredible beach side canyon resort located 15 minutes North of downtown Santa Barbara. Built in 2001, El Capitan Canyon offers creek side cabins with full baths and designer tents with down filled comforters, wet bar, private fire pit, (just to name a few) and


Fess Parker's Doubletree Resort Santa Barbara
633 East Cabrillo Boulevard
Santa Barbara, CA 93103

3 Star

Located on one of Southern California*s most beautiful coastlines our dramatic 24-acre mission-style Doubletree resort is just 1/2 mile from downtown and 20 minutes from the airport via complimentary transportation until 9 p.m. making Fess Parker*s Doubletree Resort Santa Barbara the ideal destination for business or leisure travel. Once here you w


Guesthouse Inn and Suites
3344 State Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93105

2 Star

For August 1-3, 2008 and June 13-15, 2008 there will be a 30 day cancellation policy and credit card will be charged 30 days prior to arrival and is nonrefundable. GuestHouse Inn and Suites offers nicely appointed guest rooms with beautifully landscaped gardens and courtyard for relaxing. Conveniently located just minutes from our famous sandy beac


Hacienda Motel
3643 State St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101

2 Star

Affordable Rates and Clean, Comfortable rooms are all part of your stay with us. We are conveniently located on State Street, just a short distance from Downtown Santa Barbara, Beaches, UC Santa Barbara Campus and all the attractions for which Santa Barbara is famous. We provide Cable TV with HBO, Free Local Calls, Free Wired & Wireless High Speed


Harbor House Inn
104 Bath Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101

2 Star

Located one short block from the beautiful west Beach community of Santa Barbara,the Harbor House is a small independently owned boutique style inn featuring 17 one of a kind guest rooms and Studios. All accommodations include one queen or king size bed and private bathroom along with complete kitchens. A welcome breakfast is delivered to each roo


Harbor View Inn
28 W. Cabrillo Blvd.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101

2 Star

Beautiful Harbor View Inn 4-Diamond luxury resort is located across the white sands of West Beach and historic Stearns Wharf. Our ocean front hotel offers luxurious accommodations including private balconies/patios, wireless internet access, terry cloth robes and many other amenities you would come to expect. The lush, tropical atmosphere at this


Holiday Inn Express Santa Barbara, Ca
17 W. HALEY STREET
Santa Barbara, CA 93101

3 Star

The Holiday Inn Express Santa Barbara Hotel is perfectly located in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara, just steps away from fine restaurants, sunny beaches, and the downtown shopping district. Stroll around the city and you will see evidence of its magnificent past: in adobes and courtyards, street names, and the Spanish architecture of the Santa


Holiday Inn Santa Barbara-Goleta, Ca
5650 Calle Real
Santa Barbara, CA 93117

2 Star

The Holiday Inn Santa Barbara - Goleta, one of the only full-service hotels in Santa Barbara, welcomes you with cozy accommodations and superb service. Discover a peaceful haven offering 160 recently-renovated rooms, the finest among hotels in Goleta, California, with free wireless high-speed Internet. Ideally located, we are your best choice of Sa


Hotel Andalucia
31 West Carrillo Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101

4 Star

Inspired by its namesake region in Spain, the Canary Hotel, an urban chic hotel with old world charm and spectacular views of the American Riviera, features vaulted ceilings, decorative arches and colorful tiles. City - Downtown. A block from State St. Walking distance to shopping.


Hotel Mar Monte
1111 E. Cabrillo Blvd.
Santa Barbara, CA 93103

3 Star

Discover one of the finest hotels in Santa Barbara at the Hotel Mar Monte. Built in 1931, this historic coastal hotel welcomes guests with its casual elegance and first-rate service. Nestled between the Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, the Hotel Mar Monte is conveniently located on oceanfront Cabrillo Boulevard in Santa Barbara California, across


Hotel Oceana
202 W Cabrillo Boulevard
Santa Barbara, CA 93101

3 Star

Just one hour north of Los Angeles, in the sunny mission city of Santa Barbara, sits a beachside resort surrounded by lush, sprawling grounds. Beautiful beach rooms house vast ocean views that are apt to turn a good mood downright giddy. So be you rest-seeker, business traveler or a little of both, we offer you a place to lean back and kick up yo


Hotel Santa Barbara
533 State Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101

4 Star

Discover Santa Barbara's favorite downtown boutique hotel and the historic Mediterranean elegance and incomparable location that is Hotel Santa Barbara. Experience world-class shopping, fine dining, cultural venues, superb entertainment, great beaches, and so much more?all within walking distance of our front doors. The beach and Stearns Wharf ar


Inn of the Spanish Garden
915 Garden Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101

3 Star

The Inn of the Spanish Garden is Santa Barbaras only luxury botique hotel conveniently located Downtown. The hotel has a European feel and offers a sophisticated Spanish-Mediterranean inspired design, quality amenities and close attention to personal service. The hotel has 23 spacious rooms and 2 event spaces nestled in the verdant gardens and foun


Lemon Tree Inn
2819 STATE STREET
Santa Barbara, CA 93105

3 Star

This full service Santa Barbara hotel features 96 modern guest suites most facing a one acre tropical courtyard with oversized heated swimming pool,sundeck and hydrospa. The Lemon Tree Inn has The Crocodile Restaurant and bar serving cocktails, breakfast, lunch, dinner and Sunday Brunch all year. Guest can also dine in-room or outside on our tropic


Lemon Tree Inn
2819 STATE STREET
Santa Barbara, CA 93105

This full service Santa Barbara hotel features 96 modern guest suites most facing a one acre tropical courtyard with oversized heated swimming pool,sundeck and hydrospa. The Lemon Tree Inn has The Crocodile Restaurant and bar serving cocktails, breakfast, lunch, dinner and Sunday Brunch all year. Guest can also dine in-room or outside on our tropic


Montecito Inn
1295 Coast Village Rd
Santa Barbara, CA 93108

The Montecito Inn is a luxury boutique hotel nestled between the mountains and the sea in the heart of the lush residential coastal community of Montecito. Here you will find the highest quality, service, and elegance that Santa Barbara has to offer. We are located just minutes from renowned Butterfly Beach, and steps away from boutique shopping


Pacific Crest inn by the Sea
433 Corona Del Mar
Santa Barbara, CA 93103

3 Star

Pacific Crest Inn by the Sea is a charming hotel; two stories U shaped building with a heated pool in the middle and covered parking in the back. The rooms are clean, comfortable and instill warmth and coziness. The Inn is in a great location, only one and a half block from Santa Barbara?s most pristine East Beach and the very popular boardwalk wit


Pacifica Suites
5490 Hollister Ave
Santa Barbara, CA 93111

2 Star

Santa Barbara's only all suites hotel. All suites have a separate living room with a sofa sleeper. All rooms have two TV's, a VCR, pay per view movies, stereo, microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, dataports, iron and ironing board. Rates include full cooked breakfast to order American Breakfast and Manager's happy hour (Monday-Saturday for hap


Parkside Inn
424 Por La Mar Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93103

3 Star

The Parkside Inn is owned and operated by the management of the Hotel Mar Monte. Guests may use facilities at the Hotel Mar Monte; outdoor heated pool and Jacuzzi, fitness center, Bistro Eleven Eleven restaurant, Room Service. The Parkside Inn features in-room coffee makers, iron and ironing board, cable TV with HBO and pay per view movies; free


Quality Inn Santa Barbara
3055 De La Vina Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93105

2 Star

Beautiful cozy rooms just two miles off historic downtown State Street. Close to Mission Santa Barbara. Walking distance to parks, shops and restaurants. Some rooms have a mountain view. City - State St Nr Dtwn


Ramada Limited Santa Barbara
4770 Calle Real
Santa Barbara, CA 93110

2 Star

Santa Barbara and Goletas Best Value Hotel. The Ramada Limited Hotel, bordering the coastal foothills of the Santa Ynez Mountains, is conveniently located for access to either Santa Barbara or Goleta. Our hotel lobby, guest rooms, and meeting room surround the tranquil lagoon and garden courtyard inhabited by ducks, koi fish, turtles and other loca


Sandman Inn
3714 State St
Santa Barbara, CA 93105

2 Star

The Sandman Inn offers 112 rooms tucked away amidst four acres of beautifully landscaped tropical grounds. Towering palms sway over sparkling pools with mountain vistas serving as a picturesque backdrop. The relaxing setting is located close to downtown Santa Barbara, shopping, fine restaurants and a number of beaches. Choose the Sandman Inn as you


Sandpiper Lodge
3525 State Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93105

2 Star

Newly renovated Sandpiper Lodge is equipped with Four self contained apartments, sixteen suites containing three beds, and well appointed king and double queen guest rooms. Major Renovations Completed. ROOMS- 74 large air-conditioned rooms. Check-in 3PM/Check-out 11AM. Non-smoking rooms available. AMENITIES- Heated pool and a Jacuzzi, Remote


Santa Barbara Inn
901 E. Cabrillo Blvd.
Santa Barbara, CA 93103

2 Star

The Santa Barbara Inn has recently remodeled all guest rooms to include fluffy new bedding, furniture, carpet and refrigerators. The rooms are spacious, sunny and bright and many offer the best ocean views in town! The hotel is also completely non-smoking in all guest rooms and public spaces and does not allow pets. All 69 rooms offer ceiling fa


Santa Barbara-Days Inn
116 Castillo Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101

2 Star

* Quiet Cozy Location * Just 1 block north of Santa Barbaras picturesque Yacht Harbor and spectacular Oceanfront lined with Palm trees * Sidewalk cafes and shops * Featuring Jacuzzi and Whirlpool areas * Complementary Continental Breakfast * All rooms are equipped with refrigerators, air conditioning, cable TV with HBO * Nearby are down


Simpson House Inn
121 East Arrellaga Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101

3 Star

5-Diamond property in North America Luxurious accommodations in a historic area of beautiful Santa Barbara. Lovely English garden escape close to restaurants- museums- beaches and fine dining. Tall Eugenia hedges seclude the expansive lawns- stone paths- private patios- bubbling fountains and abundance of flowers. Elegant rooms in the Main His


The Inn at East Beach
1029 Orilla Del Mar
Santa Barbara, CA 93103

2 Star

The Inn at East Beach is located just steps from Santa Barbaras most popular beach. The completely non smoking Inn features 33 guest rooms and suites with complimentary high speed wireless internet access throughout the property. The Inn offers a heated pool, complimentary continental breakfast, local newspaper and complimentary local phone calls


Upham Victorian Hotel & Garden Cottages
1404 De La Vina Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101

3 Star

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