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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$552 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$552
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
7.8/10 Good! (72 reviews)
"We stayed at the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront for our wedding and it was absolutely amazing! The location couldn’t be better—right off the highway, across the street from the beach, and walking distance to everything we needed. The venue itself is beautiful, with comfortable beds, a great resort ..."

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025

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$430 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$430
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
7.8/10 Good! (914 reviews)
"room was quiet beds are comfortable staff friendly front desk phone barely anyone answered, but also the food was delicious but a bit pricey"

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4 out of 5
31 W Carrillo St, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundable
The price is AU$662 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
AU$662
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"The Canary is an exquisite hotel with friendly and helpful staff. We loved staying here and will gladly return. Just the Best."

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
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Moxy Santa Barbara
3.5 out of 5
12 E Montecito Street, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$402 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$402
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (803 reviews)
Felt welcome and taken care of.
"Staff was more than accommodating, Room was clean and comfortable, spent time in the eclectic lobby playing games with other quests."

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

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$419 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
AU$419
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,051 reviews)
"A perfect location with nearby restaurants and the pier. They have free parking, no resort fee that I could see, free breakfast and afternoon wine, cheese and crackers, and a nice pool area."

Reviewed on 13 Aug. 2025

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$415 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$415
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Professional, friendly staff. Comfortable rooms. Easy, convenient parking. The one and only area for improvement might be that the doors close loudly!"

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

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$328 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$328
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
7.4/10 Good! (300 reviews)
"Good location"

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

Palmoro House
Riviera Beach House
3.5 out of 5
121 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$384 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$384
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Awesome place near restaurant and bars"

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025

Riviera Beach House
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4 out of 5
17 W Haley St, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$449 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$449
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Amazing Staff and Great Hotel
"Our stay at Hotel Virginia was so lovely simply because of the amazing staff they have. I wish I got everyones names to thank them during this review because that is how great they all were. The valet attendants were so kind and always willing to help and always had a smile on their face! The front ..."

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

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
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"One block to ocean, nice size room had view. Can’t ask for better location at any price, except for an elevator."

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

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.