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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Sandpiper Lodge	2.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 2,632 reviews	View
Lemon Tree Inn	3.5 star property	8.4 Very good 1,367 reviews	View
FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott	3.0 star property	8.4 Very good 1,222 reviews	View
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara	2.0 star property	7.8 Good 1,040 reviews	View
Town and Country Inn	2.5 star property	7.8 Good 1,002 reviews	View

Where to stay in North State

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

A coastal town with a pier extending into the ocean, a beach, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.

Santa Barbara Beach

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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A coastal beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

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.

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A coastal town with a prominent white building with a red roof, palm trees, and mountains in the background.

Downtown Santa Barbara

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

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A marina with multiple boats docked, calm water, and a clear sky.

West Beach

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

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A beach with palm trees, a pier, and the ocean at sunset.

East Beach

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

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Top North State Hotel Reviews

Sandpiper Lodge

8/10 Good

"Very accessible to the great restaurants around the area."

Hotel Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"Great location right in the center of State Street. Pets stay FREE! Parking price is reasonable for the area. The hotel is very nice, courteous staff, and large rooms with a minifridge and a minibar and snacks for sale in the room. Good mocktails at the bar. Oh, and you can’t go wrong with the free cookies at check-in too! The only two areas that I marked down from 5 stars to 4 were for the staff taking over an hour and 3 requests to get dog bowls in my room and for the amenities (no room service, minimal food choices at the bar only, and no pool)."

Frequently asked questions

What is North State like?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Santa Barbara's North State neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Upper State Street and Santa Barbara Golf Club as part of your North State travel plans.

What's a favourite place to stay in North State?

Based on our traveller data, Lemon Tree Inn is one of the top choices for your stay in North State. This hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good options for your stay in the area include Sandpiper Lodge and FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott.

How many hotels can I expect to find in North State?

When you want to find places to stay in Santa Barbara, start by booking one of Expedia's 9 hotels and other accommodation options in North State.

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

Yes, most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available in North State.

What are the top things to see and do in North State?

If you're looking forward to a day of shopping in North State, consider Upper State Street or La Cumbre Plaza, and pick out the perfect souvenir. A visit to Santa Barbara Golf Club is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. Earl Warren Showgrounds, Jesusita Trail and Emmons Arts Center are just a few of the places to visit in and around North State. Santa Barbara Natural History Museum and Mission Santa Barbara are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara.

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Our top choices for North State hotels

1. FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

2. Sandpiper Lodge

3. Lemon Tree Inn

4. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

5. Town and Country Inn

6. Rose Garden Inn

7. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

8. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

9. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

10. Oasis Inn & Suites

11. Agave Inn

12. Casa Iglesia

13. Sunset Motel

14. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

15. The Upham Hotel

16. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

17. La Playa Inn

18. Hotel Santa Barbara

19. Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

20. Inn By The Harbor

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Where to stay in North State

Santa Barbara Beach

Montecito

Downtown Santa Barbara

West Beach

East Beach

Top North State Hotel Reviews

Sandpiper Lodge

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