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Your Santa Barbara Holiday

The easiest way to experience this vibrant city is with a custom-made Santa Barbara holiday package. Stay in the neighbourhood of Waterfront, which is great for watersports, coastal beaches and cycling or choose someplace else — our package deals are all about you. Fill your itinerary with visits to Santa Barbara County Courthouse, Mission Santa Barbara and Presidio Santa Barbara, some of the things you simply have to see during your trip to Santa Barbara. A couple of quick clicks is all it takes to craft the ideal Santa Barbara holiday on Expedia.

Beautiful view of the beach with palm trees

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Our guide on where to stay in Santa Barbara

Find the best Santa Barbara areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Santa Barbara
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Santa Barbara Beach

3 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
4.5/5(19 area reviews)

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.

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Santa Barbara Holiday

Santa Barbara Beach Holiday

A Santa Barbara holiday is the perfect time to kick back and relax. Whether you like the idea of lazing by the water or wandering along the shoreline looking for seashells, a trip to Santa Barbara will leave you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. If you'd rather be near the city centre, stay in the vicinity of Carpinteria State Beach. This stretch of coast is just 18 kilometres away. We also have Santa Barbara packages within easy reach of Goleta Beach and El Capitan State Beach, two other gorgeous nearby options.

Things You Should Know About Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Essential Information

Language
English
Currency
U.S dollars
Closest Airport
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
Population
91,800
Max Temp Winter
18ºC
Max Temp Summer
27ºC
Top Sights
Santa Barbara Zoo, Butterfly Beach and Carpinteria State Beach

Our pick of the best Santa Barbara Hotel Deals

Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
3.5 out of 5
202 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$364 per night from 5 Dec to 6 Dec
AU$364
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,239 reviews)
"Super Easy check in process, friendly staff. Clean rooms with a nice hot shower"

Reviewed on 23 Nov. 2024

Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 out of 5
128 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$208 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
AU$208
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
9/10 Wonderful! (1,433 reviews)
"The room had an odd smell but for just one night and check-in late can't complain too much had a good nights rest . Very nice staff . Morning breakfast was good."

Reviewed on 25 Nov. 2024

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
3.5 out of 5
4111 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$293 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
AU$293
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Very clean. Breakfast was good"

Reviewed on 23 Nov. 2024

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Santa Barbara holiday package cost?
Custom make your Santa Barbara package from just . Pick from any combination of rental cars, flights and hotels to put together the trip you’ve been dreaming about. Remember to add on a few experiences or activities!
How do I get a cheap travel package to Santa Barbara?
Search for flights that suit your busy schedule, add a hotel room to your booking and watch how much you save with a Santa Barbara holiday package. It’s that simple! From flights and hotels to tours and rental cars, Expedia is where your cheap holiday begins. And with over 550 air carriers and 1 000 000 hotel options throughout the world to pick from, you won’t be short of choice.
Where should I stay in Santa Barbara?
Upper East is a popular part of Santa Barbara that no wanderer should miss. If going to Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum is one of your priorities, basing yourself in this neighbourhood could be a great idea. Another option is Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. From here, you’ll have easy access to Santa Barbara County Courthouse and Santa Barbara Museum of Art.
What are the top hotels in Santa Barbara?
Many people travelling to Santa Barbara often stay in The Mesa. Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort and Hyatt Place Santa Barbara are popular hotels in this neighbourhood. But it’s not the only happening place around town! Santa Barbara Beach is also a top area and where you’ll find Hotel Milo Santa Barbara and Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach.
How far in advance should I book my Santa Barbara holiday?
Savvy travellers often reserve their seats early. You can generally look up international airfares on Expedia up to 12 months before your flight. If you’re booking last minute, don’t stress. Budget prices sometimes become available in the last weeks prior to departure.
What does an Expedia Santa Barbara travel package include?
Select from a combination of hotels, flights and rental cars. Once you’ve made your booking, you can also add on experiences and activities. Want to pick your airfare class? That’s also easy to do. The choice is all yours when it comes to crafting your ideal Santa Barbara trip.
What should I know before booking a Santa Barbara travel package?
So many places to venture to, so many things to see. With a package, you’ll be able to cross more of them off your list. Bundle your flights, hotels and rental cars and score big savings.
Can I choose my airline with a Santa Barbara Expedia holiday package?
Definitely. Expedia has more than 550 airline partners to choose from worldwide. With all that choice, finding the right carrier to take you to Santa Barbara won’t be hard.
If I'm not able to travel, can I cancel my Santa Barbara holiday package?
We understand — the universe can throw the odd curveball. If you’ve booked a Santa Barbara holiday package and need to cancel or change it, we can help. It’s always worth checking out our Customer Service Portal first for information. But in general, if you’ve taken out your package within 24 hours, you may be able to cancel and rebook at no cost. If it’s more than 24 hours, your hotel, airline or car rental company may impose a fee.

Discover the most popular places to visit in Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara County Courthouse which includes a luxury hotel or resort and heritage architecture

Santa Barbara County Courthouse

5/5(1 review)

See the best views of Santa Barbara and enjoy a stunning variety of architectural styles at the city’s historic courthouse.

Santa Barbara County Courthouse

Santa Barbara Bowl

Enjoy a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, a popular theatre in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Bowl

Westmont College

5/5(1 review)

Explore the campus of Westmont College as part of your travels around Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens in the area.

Westmont College

What to do in Santa Barbara

Amtrak Coast Starlight+ Santa Barbara 1-Day Tour

Amtrak Coast Starlight+ Santa Barbara 1-Day Tour

AU$322
Per adult
Amtrak Coast Starlight+ Santa Barbara 1-Day Tour
Helicopter Beach Tour

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

AU$106
Per adult
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Santa Ynez Valley: Adventure Park Course

Santa Barbara: High Ropes Adventure Course

AU$127
Per adult
Santa Barbara: High Ropes Adventure Course
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