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Top 10 Hotels in Lower State, Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
Front of property

Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Great location"
The price is RM998
RM1,150 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Hotel Santa Barbara
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, (1002)
"Perfect place to stay at Santa Barbara!"
The price is RM1,092
RM1,247 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Riviera Beach House
Sun deck

Riviera Beach House

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1003)
"Great location "
The price is RM922
RM1,053 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Riviera Beach House
Haley Hotel
Tasting room

Haley Hotel

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (541)
"What a gem, love the amenities and overall vibe of the place. Perfect location, walking distance to State St and the pier. Really enjoyed our stay! "
The price is RM794
RM948 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Haley Hotel
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, (369)
"The Drift Hotel was so amazing! It was the perfect location to walk around State St, and explore around Santa Barbara"
The price is RM1,079
RM1,232 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
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, (903)
"It was a lovely hotel "
The price is RM3,157
RM3,822 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Hotel Californian
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 RM965
RM1,101 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 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, (141)
"What a great spot! From the first intro to the property and staff to the end of my stay it was perfect. Great space, very clean, great location! "
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
Social Stays
Fridge, microwave, dishwasher

Social Stays

1.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (19)
"It's a hostel, but it was very nice, and very clean. "
The price is RM607
RM691 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Social Stays
Casa Del Sol
Terrace/patio

Casa Del Sol

2.5 star property
6.8 out of 10, (596)
"It was a nice, safe and clean place to stay. The bed was comfortable and parking was right outside our door, which was very convenient. A cute place to visit. "
Casa Del Sol
Inn By The Harbor
Exterior

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1677)
"Such a charming property, friendly and helpful staff, blocks from beach and so many dining options. "
The price is RM984
RM1,124 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Inn By The Harbor
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
3 outdoor pools, open 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"The service was superb!"
The price is RM2,367
RM2,929 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Property amenity

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1207)
"Excellent breakfast, comfortable bed, well maintained facility."
The price is RM571
RM657 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Sports facility

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1007)
"Enjoyed my stay!!"
The price is RM855
RM1,006 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
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, (1006)
"We had a lovely stay and enjoyed the area very much. "
The price is RM623
RM718 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1830)
"Well-situated with friendly and helpful staff. "
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (868)
"Overall, we enjoyed our stay!"
The price is RM712
RM814 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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, (1013)
"Enjoyed our experience"
The price is RM784
RM911 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
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, (197)
"Great stay ! "
The price is RM485
RM558 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South
The Upham Hotel
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

The Upham Hotel

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Great staff and stay. "
The price is RM849
RM968 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
The Upham Hotel
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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 which includes 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.

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.

West Beach

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

Top Lower State Hotel Reviews

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

10/10 Excellent
"First time staying here. Beautiful garden area. The rooms were clean and it was quiet. I’ll definitely stay here again."
Marilyn 3-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

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 Reagan Ranch Center 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 ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel and Haley Hotel.

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 El Capitan Lake or Paseo Nuevo Mall while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Lower State include Moreton Bay Fig Tree, Santa Barbara Art Foundry and Cabrillo Bikeway. While you're out sightseeing, De la Guerra Plaza 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.