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Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
24.9 km from Cielito
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Everything was amazing. The views were breathtaking- the staff was all lovely and accommodating. "
United States
Samantha
The price is RM666
RM748 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Reception
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
East Beach, 4 km from Cielito
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (973)
"Great hotel, super clean and modern. Awesome little kitchen and a fantastic bathroom."
United States
James
The price is RM470
RM535 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Free daily buffet breakfast
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
2.5 star property
17.5 km from Cielito
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Clean room and friendly staff "
United States
CHANG
The price is RM544
RM626 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Courtyard
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
2.0 star property
15.1 km from Cielito
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1023)
"Very clean room, super cool down to earth front staff night shift."
United States
Jessica
The price is RM293
RM346 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
Property amenity
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 star property
15.7 km from Cielito
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1369)
"Great value and location. "
United States
Maryam
The price is RM513
RM591 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 4.7 km from Cielito
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2023)
"Definetly would stay here again!"
United States
David
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
View from property
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 4.8 km from Cielito
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1097)
"Was a good hotel "
United States
Hani
The price is RM491
RM560 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Beachside Inn
Exterior detail
The Milo

The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
West Beach, 4.6 km from Cielito
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1503)
"Fabulous location,great staff "
United States
Guadalupe
The price is RM795
RM908 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
The Milo
Reception
Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Lower State, 3.9 km from Cielito
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1086)
"Outstanding location."
United States
william
The price is RM854
RM993 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Hotel Santa Barbara
Reception
The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
East Beach, 4 km from Cielito
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"We enjoyed our stay!!"
United States
Matthew
The Inn at East Beach
Exterior
Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
West Beach, 4.7 km from Cielito
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1831)
"It was a beautiful place to stay"
United States
Joseph
The price is RM677
RM773 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
Inn By The Harbor
Lobby lounge
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach, 4.7 km from Cielito
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (359)
"Friendly staff and clean place."
United States
Nikhil
The price is RM599
RM683 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
View from room
Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
4.0 star property
5.4 km from Cielito
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Wonderful stay. Beautiful facility and location. "
United States
Abbylin
The price is RM765
RM1,042 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan 2026
Montecito Inn
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
2.0 star property
17.3 km from Cielito
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1219)
"It’s a wonderful hotel "
United States
Junhong
The price is RM356
RM410 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
Sports facility
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
6.9 km from Cielito
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1006)
"Wonderful stay, would stay again"
United States
Nereyda
The price is RM696
RM821 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Front of property
The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 4.7 km from Cielito
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1027)
"Great hotel"
United States
LEI
The Franciscan Hotel
View from property
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 4.7 km from Cielito
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1108)
"Great accommodation "
United States
Cheryl
The price is RM650
RM741 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Exterior
Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 4.7 km from Cielito
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1006)
"Helpful staff and a charming room with a kitchen. "
United States
Steven
The price is RM545
RM622 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
Marina Beach Motel
Beach/ocean view
Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
East Beach, 4 km from Cielito
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1004)
"Beautiful hotel, great views , and lovely staff. "
United States
Laura
The price is RM1,129
RM1,290 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Santa Barbara Inn
Front of property
Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
West Beach, 4.8 km from Cielito
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Perfect location, great value, cute rooms"
United States
Stan
The price is RM506
RM578 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Castillo Inn at the Beach
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Where to stay in Cielito

Find the best Cielito 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

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

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 Museum of Art might round out your trip.

West Beach

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

The Mesa

While visiting The Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.

Top Cielito Hotel Reviews

Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Nice clean rooms. Great location. Good service. Very good for a small motel. "
Conrad 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Marina Beach Motel

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Cielito?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Santa Barbara's Cielito neighbourhood has to offer. Consider a visit to Rattlesnake Canyon Trail as part of your Cielito travel plans.
How many hotels will I find in the Cielito area?
When you want to put your feet up after a day of exploring the sights in Santa Barbara, you can choose from 16 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Cielito.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Cielito, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available in Cielito.
What can I see and do in this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?
Rattlesnake Canyon Trail is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Cielito. While you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara, make sure that you visit other sights such as Franceschi Park or Santa Barbara Bowl.

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