Family Hotels & Resorts in Santa Barbara from AU$156

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Best Santa Barbara Family Hotels

Sandpiper Lodge
Lobby sitting area

Sandpiper Lodge

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1198)
"Great for the price. Great breakfast options included "
The price is AU$156
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Sandpiper Lodge
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Location of hotel was ideal."
The price is AU$267
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
Hotel Corque
Lobby

Hotel Corque

4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (2448)
"Beautiful property, friendly and helpful staff. We will stay here again on our next trip to Solvang. The check-in and check-out processes were smooth and easy. Our room was clean and spacious. Three of us roomed together and it worked great. Lovely bathroom with good water pressure in the shower. "
The price is AU$294
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Hotel Corque
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1212)
"Diego was the favorite part of our stay, giving incredible hospitality, who is very knowledgeable and has a lovely energy!! We also received a complimentary room upgrade and a bottle of wine for my birthday. Truly a wonderful stay in Santa Barbara!! Couldn’t have asked for more :)"
The price is AU$349
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Front of property

Castillo Inn at the Beach

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Clean and quiet. "
The price is AU$240
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Castillo Inn at the Beach
O'cairns Inn & Suites
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

O'cairns Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Clean rooms and great customer service "
The price is AU$224
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
O'cairns Inn & Suites
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Courtyard

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
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The price is AU$236
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Wine Valley Inn
Chateau King

Wine Valley Inn

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1939)
"Great place to stay, with amazing staff. Rooms were clean and very comfortable."
The price is AU$348
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Wine Valley Inn
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Property amenity

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1016)
"Very clean and excellent housekeeping for room and facility. Carpenteria has many Nice shops and local restaurants. Best Western has their own Sunset Grille restaurant on the 3rd floor with an adequate menu."
The price is AU$198
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carpinteria
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carpinteria

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"I ordered a room with a king bed. When I ordered the room it stated “pet friendly “. We have a “well behaved” dog. They changed our room because they said it “was not pet friendly. I’m 74 years old! Still working EMR. The room they gave us had a chair which felt like I was sitting in a hole. It , was worn out with little or no stuffing in the couch. Very uncomfortable. Staff was not friendly!! The room was clean, but I was there to regenerate and for the comfort! The comfort wasn’t there!"
The price is AU$177
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carpinteria
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Frequently asked questions

What's Santa Barbara like for family-friendly holidays?
You may want to consider the walkable destination of Santa Barbara if you’ve been thinking about a trip for the whole family. The cycling trails, beaches and cafes are just some of the things that make this an attractive spot for a family holiday. Arrange a flight into Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal), which is the closest airport, or Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), which is located 24.7 mi (39.7 km) from the city centre.
What's the best family accommodation in Santa Barbara?
Inn By The Harbor is a hotel with an outdoor pool and free parking, and it’s a top choice on Expedia for families. Other choices for your child-friendly holiday include Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach and Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort.
How many family hotels can I expect to find in Santa Barbara?
Expedia has 16 hotels in Santa Barbara that are great for families.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Santa Barbara?
The hottest months are usually August and September, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 13°C. Average annual precipitation for Santa Barbara is 392 mm.
What's there to see and do with your family in Santa Barbara?
While you are holidaying in Santa Barbara, you and the family may want to see some interesting spots such as Granada Theatre and Arlington Theater. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Lobero Theater and Paseo Nuevo Mall.
What's the best way for us to get around Santa Barbara?
To see more of the larger area, take a train from Santa Barbara Station. Santa Barbara might not have many public transport choices, so consider renting a car to explore more.