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A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."
A breakfast bar with various food items, beverages, and a coffee machine.
A hot tub area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a pool, and palm trees in the background.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV. There is a view of palm trees and a marina through the windows.

1. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Amanda
RM795
RM906 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
A traditional building with a white facade, arched windows, and a balcony with a railing.
A modern hotel bathroom with a large mirror, vanity, and a vase of flowers.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with stools, a grey sofa, and a painting of a wave on the wall.
A modern entrance with a glass door, a potted plant, and a number '8' on the wall.

2. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel
Santa Barbara
United States
Jhoana
RM635
RM1,027 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel
A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and white buildings with arches.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a bar area in the background.
A modern bar area with a high bar counter, multiple stools, and a large wine rack.
The exterior of Hotel Virginia with a prominent entrance, a flag, and a well-lit facade.

3. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Downtown Santa Barbara
United States
John
RM867
RM990 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.
A bar area with a brick wall, shelves of liquor bottles, and bar stools.
A modern living room with a white brick wall, a sofa set, a coffee table, wicker chairs, and artwork.
A sunlit patio with a wooden table, seating, and a potted plant.

4. Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Trent
RM658
RM752 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Riviera Beach House
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through a glass door to the outdoors.
A star-shaped hanging light fixture in a white-walled room with an arched ceiling.
A modern bedroom with a large window, a bedside table, a chair, and a built-in kitchen area.
A spacious living area with a modern staircase, a dining table, and a sofa.

5. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
Laguna
United States
Melissa
RM701
RM1,101 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".
A corridor with a central staircase, outdoor seating, and lanterns.
A wooden cabinet with a mirror, a trash bin, and a potted plant in a hallway with patterned flooring and a door in the background.
A dining room with a fireplace, a chandelier, and a kitchen area with cabinets and a microwave.

6. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Nick
RM809
RM922 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
La Playa Inn
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, overlooking a runway and palm trees.
A tennis court complex with multiple courts, surrounded by palm trees and a beach view.
A spacious lobby with modern seating, a high ceiling, and a large arched window.
A coastal hotel with a beach view, palm trees, and mountainous background.

7. Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
CARLOS
RM934
RM1,250 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
A reception area with a counter, potted plants, a coffee station, and a view through large glass doors.
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of the street and palm trees outside.
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "The Inn at East Beach," a covered patio area, and bicycles parked outside.
A modern kitchen with a central island, a coffee station, and a view of greenery outside.

8. The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Gustavo
RM496
RM566 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
The Inn at East Beach
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a large window.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island with stools, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A modern kitchen with a dining area, large windows, and a view of greenery.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

9. Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel
Santa Barbara
United States
David
RM679
RM1,077 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel
A hotel entrance with a large glass ceiling, multiple chandeliers, and palm trees.
A long dining table with chairs, chandeliers, and large windows.
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a railing, and a view of the ocean.
A coastal hotel with a beach view, multiple buildings, and a prominent tower.

10. Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Alyse
RM1,037
RM1,346 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
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Frequently asked questions

How do I find an LGBTQ-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara?
Whether you are travelling with your partner or flying solo, you'll find LGBTQ-friendly hotels in Santa Barbara on Expedia. Staying in this historical area will give you access to its beaches and shops.
What's the best LGBTQ-friendly place to stay in Santa Barbara?
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort is a top LGBTQ-friendly resort, and features a full-service spa and private balconies. La Playa Inn and Riviera Beach House are other good options for your trip.
How many gay-friendly accommodation options are there in Santa Barbara?
There are currently 12 gay-friendly lodging options in Santa Barbara.
What should I do while I'm visiting Santa Barbara?
During your trip, get out and enjoy everything Santa Barbara has to offer. You and your travelling companions may want to visit Arlington Theater, Lobero Theater and Presidio Santa Barbara. While you're here, create some great memories of your trip with stops at Santa Barbara Bowl, Mission Santa Barbara and West Beach.
What is a gay-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara?
LGBTQ-friendly hotels are places where lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender travellers are proudly welcomed. We have worked with the International Gay and Lesbian Travel Association (IGLTA) to compile a selection of gay-friendly hotels worldwide. In Santa Barbara, hotels affiliated with IGLTA will provide lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender adventurers with the information needed to design the trip of a lifetime.
What can I expect from LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in Santa Barbara?
Stay at an LGBTQ-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara and you'll be around like-minded people, so you can relax and enjoy your trip. Many of our LGBTQ-friendly accommodation options offer concierge services that provide information about nearby LGBTQ restaurants and local events.

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