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Top Santa Barbara LGBT Welcoming Hotels

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4 out of 5
633 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$534 per night from 11 Jun to 12 Jun
AU$534
per night
11 Jun - 12 Jun
7.6/10 Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Great experience"

Reviewed on 5 Jun. 2024

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4 out of 5
1111 East Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$473 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
AU$473
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
7.8/10 Good! (655 reviews)
"I had a great time here! No complaints from our family, and remember to grab your drink token if you pay resort fee."

Reviewed on 4 Jun. 2024

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Kimpton Canary Hotel, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
31 W Carrillo St, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundable
The price is AU$548 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$548
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Great design, people, location and amenities."

Reviewed on 5 Jun. 2024

Kimpton Canary Hotel, an IHG Hotel
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Moxy Santa Barbara
3.5 out of 5
12 E Montecito Street, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is AU$451 per night from 19 Jun to 20 Jun
AU$451
per night
19 Jun - 20 Jun
8.6/10 Excellent! (774 reviews)
"The decor was unique"

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2024

Moxy Santa Barbara
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3 out of 5
306 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$377 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$377
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,017 reviews)
"Great position. Lovely room and cheese and wine on an evening a nice touch."

Reviewed on 7 Jun. 2024

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
La Playa Inn
2.5 out of 5
116 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$435 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$435
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
9.6/10 Exceptional! (848 reviews)
"The property was nice, clean and the customer service was great."

Reviewed on 5 Jun. 2024

La Playa Inn
Palmoro House
3 out of 5
424 Por La Mar Drive, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$400 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
AU$400
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
7.4/10 Good! (249 reviews)
"I like that it is gated. I don’t like that you have to walk to the main hotel Mar Monte to use amenities."

Reviewed on 30 May 2024

Palmoro House
Riviera Beach House
2 out of 5
121 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$367 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$367
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
8/10 Very Good! (879 reviews)
"It was awesome!"

Reviewed on 1 Jun. 2024

Riviera Beach House
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3 out of 5
17 W Haley St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is AU$449 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$449
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Over all it’s a good experience to stay at this place. Staffs are wonderful. Thank you"

Reviewed on 23 May 2024

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
The Inn at East Beach
2.5 out of 5
1029 Orilla Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$246 per night from 20 Jun to 21 Jun
AU$246
per night
20 Jun - 21 Jun
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,014 reviews)
"Perfect spot down the street from the pier, acrooss from the ocean. Wish we could have stayed longer. Price was great and room was exactly what we needed with a cute little kitchen. Will definitely look to stay her again, on our next trip to SB."

Reviewed on 7 Jun. 2024

The Inn at East Beach
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Enjoy gay-friendly hotels in Santa Barbara


What kinds of gay-friendly hotels are there in Santa Barbara?


When you're looking for gay-friendly hotels in Santa Barbara, you'll find a wide variety of options to choose from. These welcoming hotels come in all shapes and sizes and offer a diverse array of amenities and special features you can enjoy. Whether you're looking for something romantic, like hotels with spa facilities, or are more interested in rooms better fit for a solo traveller or a group of friends, you'll find it here. What these hotels all have in common, though, is strict anti-discrimination policies and insight into some of the most popular LGBTQ-friendly activities available in town.


What are the best gay-friendly hotels in Santa Barbara like?


The best gay-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara depends on what you're looking for in accommodation. Fortunately, you can easily find what you need, thanks to the multitude of available search filters. You can filter based on amenities you may be interested in, like hot tubs or pet-friendly policies, or you can sort by star rating. You can even filter by guest reviews to show only hotels that have received predominantly high marks from previous guests. Don't forget to mark the filter for LGBTQ-friendly hotels to only show anti-discriminatory hotels in your results.


How can I find deals on Santa Barbara gay-friendly hotels?


You'll find plenty of deals on gay-friendly hotels in Santa Barbara. If you want to increase your chances of finding a deal, try booking your stay in the off-season when prices are usually cheaper. Additionally, think about what amenities you may be willing to go without to drive the price down even further. Of course, booking a short distance away from prominent attractions can be an easy way to save while still being close to public transport routes that can get you to the action easily. Just keep in mind that these are general trends rather than solid rules, as prices fluctuate all the time and can be difficult to predict.


Why should I book a gay-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara with Expedia?


Booking with Expedia makes your holiday planning easier than ever before. Not only will you be able to enjoy a massive selection of gay-friendly hotels in Santa Barbara, but you can also book a flight as well. In fact, booking both through Expedia may even unlock some additional savings. Plus, you can take advantage of the Expedia Rewards program. Joining is completely free, and every booking earns you points that you can redeem later for additional discounts. Plus, you'll enjoy deep discounts on certain hotels simply by being a member.


Are gay-friendly hotels in Santa Barbara fully refundable?


A fully refundable cancelation is a handy feature to have, and numerous gay-friendly hotels in Santa Barbara offer it. Expedia is proud to host a wide variety of hotels that offer full refund – there's even a search-filter option for it. You'll be able to see all qualifying hotels clearly marked on your search results page without even having to click the hotels individually.