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1525 Cheap Hotels in Lower State - Specials, Reviews, & Last Minute Deals

Our top choices for Lower State hotels

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
Courtyard

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

2.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1011)
"Would definitely stay again"
The price is AU$137
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1169)
"Pleasent quiet stay"
The price is AU$159
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
Sandpiper Lodge
Lobby sitting area

Sandpiper Lodge

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1832)
"Nice place to stay!"
The price is AU$197
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Sandpiper Lodge
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Exterior

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"The location is excellent and we loved the hotel! "
The price is AU$427
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Haley Hotel
Tasting room

Haley Hotel

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (548)
"So nice!"
The price is AU$285
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Haley Hotel
Hotel Santa Barbara
Front of property

Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1012)
"Wonderful place "
The price is AU$379
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Hotel Santa Barbara
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (372)
"The Drift Hotel was so amazing! It was the perfect location to walk around State St, and explore around Santa Barbara"
The price is AU$405
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Hotel Californian
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Hotel Californian

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (911)
"Loved our stay"
The price is AU$1,356
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Hotel Californian
Riviera Beach House
Sun deck

Riviera Beach House

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Great location "
The price is AU$410
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Riviera Beach House
Moxy Santa Barbara
Bar (on property)

Moxy Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (805)
"Great property, rooms are a little quirky but facility is great overall and the location is perfect."
The price is AU$392
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Moxy Santa Barbara
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
City view from property

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (150)
"It was great! Great location, so close to the beach and to Downtown, you can walk to both, staff so kind, space super clean - will definitely come back!"
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
Social Stays
Fridge, microwave, dishwasher

Social Stays

1.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (20)
"It's a hostel, but it was very nice, and very clean. "
The price is AU$153
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Social Stays
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Outdoor pool

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1010)
"What a beautiful place to stay right on the waterfront. The food at the restaurant was amazing. Highly recommended for a quiet stay and great food. Thanks!!"
The price is AU$236
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Property amenity

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1240)
"It is a beutifull place, Spanish style building. "
The price is AU$234
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Free daily buffet breakfast

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"I will stay at this hotel again! Everything was great!"
The price is AU$256
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South
Beach

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (202)
"Great stay ! "
The price is AU$197
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Beach nearby

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Friendly staff "
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Inn on Summer Hill
Lobby

Inn on Summer Hill

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (327)
"Wonderful place staff was great will definitely stay again. Just a few minutes from Santa Barbara. "
The price is AU$426
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Inn on Summer Hill
Oasis Inn & Suites
Courtyard

Oasis Inn & Suites

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1004)
"Easy parking, convenient, eady to drive around"
The price is AU$197
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Oasis Inn & Suites
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 9 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Nice place to stay."
The price is AU$325
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
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Our guide on where to stay in Lower State

Find the best Lower State areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Montecito

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.

Santa Barbara Beach

5 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

Santa Barbara showing a coastal town
Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair
Open Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair

Downtown Santa Barbara

2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Santa Barbara County Courthouse might round out your trip.

West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum are top sights worth seeing.

East Beach

East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

Top Lower State Hotel Reviews

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

10/10 Excellent
"The service is top notch"
Silvana 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

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Frequently asked questions

What is Lower State like?

Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Santa Barbara's Lower State neighbourhood has to offer. Make sure that you visit MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Moreton Bay Fig Tree as part of your Lower State travel plans.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Lower State?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Hotel Californian is the highest ranked property in Lower State. This hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Santa Barbara Harbor, and it offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Other favourite options in the area include Haley Hotel and Hotel Santa Barbara.

How many hotels are there in the Lower State area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Barbara, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 28 Lower State hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lower State, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available in Lower State.

What can I see and do in this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?

Sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Reagan Ranch Center can be part of your cultural tour of Lower State. You could also plan a visit to Moreton Bay Fig Tree or El Capitan Lake while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Lower State include Santa Barbara Art Foundry, Cabrillo Bikeway and De la Guerra Plaza. While you're out sightseeing, Paseo Nuevo Mall and Casa de la Guerra are a couple of additional sights to visit in Santa Barbara.

How can I get around Lower State and the greater Santa Barbara area?

To venture out of town, take a train from Santa Barbara Station.