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1. La Playa Inn Santa Barbara

2. Marina Beach Hotel

3. Hotel Santa Barbara

4. Castillo Inn At The Beach

All-inclusive family hotels in Santa Barbara

5. Mason Beach Inn

6. Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach

7. Harbor View Inn

Family hotels in Santa Barbara with swimming pool

8. The Eagle Inn

9. Beachside Inn

10. The Craft House Inn

Best Family hotels in Santa Barbara

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La Playa Inn Santa Barbara La Playa Inn Santa Barbara

La Playa Inn Santa Barbara

116 Castillo Street
1.3 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • All inclusive
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Terrace

Offering a location 5 minutes on foot from Ambassador Park, the 3-star La Playa Inn Santa Barbara offers 25 rooms. Here, guests can make use of Wi-Fi in public areas, along with general facilities like a vending machine and a lift.

Restaurant Sambo's Restaurant offers American cuisine.

9.1
2126 reviews
~ US$75 / night

La Playa Inn Santa Barbara

1.3 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • All inclusive
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Terrace

La Playa Inn Santa Barbara

Offering a location 5 minutes on foot from Ambassador Park, the 3-star La Playa Inn Santa Barbara offers 25 rooms. Here, guests can make use of Wi-Fi in public areas, along with general facilities like a vending machine and a lift.

Restaurant Sambo's Restaurant offers American cuisine.

9.1
2126 reviews
From US$ 75 / night
  • Best-rated
Marina Beach Hotel Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel

21 Bath Street
1.3 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Free parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Jacuzzi
  • Family rooms

Located in West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers and just 9 minutes' walk from MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, the non-smoking Marina Beach Hotel Santa Barbara features a sundeck and a picnic area. This 3-star motel boasts an outdoor swimming pool and has 31 rooms near a train station.

The seafood restaurant Toma Restaurant & Bar is just a few steps from the Marina Beach.

9.2
1199 reviews
~ US$223 / night

Marina Beach Hotel

1.3 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Free parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Jacuzzi
  • Family rooms

Marina Beach Hotel

Located in West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers and just 9 minutes' walk from MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, the non-smoking Marina Beach Hotel Santa Barbara features a sundeck and a picnic area. This 3-star motel boasts an outdoor swimming pool and has 31 rooms near a train station.

The seafood restaurant Toma Restaurant & Bar is just a few steps from the Marina Beach.

9.2
1199 reviews
From US$ 223 / night
Hotel Santa Barbara Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

533 State Street
0.4 km (0.2 mi) from city center
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Fitness centre
  • Cots

Offering luggage storage, the 3-star Hotel Santa Barbara lies in the Santa Barbara Urban Wine Trail district of Santa Barbara, 17 minutes' walk from the Kid-friendly Chase Palm Waterfront Park and a mere 1.3 km from Stearns Wharf Harbor. The hotel in Santa Barbara offers a lift and a vending machine.

The restaurant Joe's Cafe lies just a few steps from this accommodation.

9
689 reviews
~ US$289 / night

Hotel Santa Barbara

0.4 km (0.2 mi) from city center
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Fitness centre
  • Cots

Hotel Santa Barbara

Offering luggage storage, the 3-star Hotel Santa Barbara lies in the Santa Barbara Urban Wine Trail district of Santa Barbara, 17 minutes' walk from the Kid-friendly Chase Palm Waterfront Park and a mere 1.3 km from Stearns Wharf Harbor. The hotel in Santa Barbara offers a lift and a vending machine.

The restaurant Joe's Cafe lies just a few steps from this accommodation.

9
689 reviews
From US$ 289 / night

All-inclusive family hotels in Santa Barbara

  • Beach access
Castillo Inn At The Beach Castillo Inn At The Beach

Castillo Inn At The Beach

22 Castillo Street
1.4 km (0.9 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Heating
  • Family rooms

The 2-star smoke-free Castillo Inn At The Beach Santa Barbara is located near an entertainment district around 20 minutes' walk from El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park. The perfect inn features Wi-Fi in public areas and private car parking on site.

Toma Restaurant & Bar offers a selection of dishes 250 metres from the Castillo Inn Santa Barbara.

8.7
1232 reviews
~ US$135 / night

Castillo Inn At The Beach

1.4 km (0.9 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Heating
  • Family rooms

Castillo Inn At The Beach

The 2-star smoke-free Castillo Inn At The Beach Santa Barbara is located near an entertainment district around 20 minutes' walk from El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park. The perfect inn features Wi-Fi in public areas and private car parking on site.

Toma Restaurant & Bar offers a selection of dishes 250 metres from the Castillo Inn Santa Barbara.

8.7
1232 reviews
From US$ 135 / night
  • Beach access
Mason Beach Inn Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn

324 West Mason Street
1.3 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • All inclusive
  • Car park
    US$ 18 per day
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Jacuzzi
  • Family rooms

2.1 km from El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, the 3-star Mason Beach Inn Santa Barbara includes 45 rooms. The hotel entices guests with private car parking, available on site.

Offering Mediterranean dishes, Toma Restaurant & Bar lies 5 minutes' stroll away.

8.9
1537 reviews
~ US$280 / night

Mason Beach Inn

1.3 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • All inclusive
  • Car park
    US$ 18 per day
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Jacuzzi
  • Family rooms

Mason Beach Inn

2.1 km from El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, the 3-star Mason Beach Inn Santa Barbara includes 45 rooms. The hotel entices guests with private car parking, available on site.

Offering Mediterranean dishes, Toma Restaurant & Bar lies 5 minutes' stroll away.

8.9
1537 reviews
From US$ 280 / night
  • Beach access
Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach

Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach

223 Castillo Street
1.2 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Children's buffet

Offering a hot tub and a sun deck, the 3-star Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach Santa Barbara is located 16 minutes' walk from Paseo Nuevo Shops & Restaurants Mall. The hotel also offers guests Wi-Fi in public areas.

Rudy's Mexican Restaurant treats guests with Mexican dishes and is around 200 metres away.

8.8
500 reviews
~ US$170 / night

Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach

1.2 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Children's buffet

Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach

Offering a hot tub and a sun deck, the 3-star Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach Santa Barbara is located 16 minutes' walk from Paseo Nuevo Shops & Restaurants Mall. The hotel also offers guests Wi-Fi in public areas.

Rudy's Mexican Restaurant treats guests with Mexican dishes and is around 200 metres away.

8.8
500 reviews
From US$ 170 / night

Family hotels in Santa Barbara with swimming pool

  • Beach access
Harbor View Inn Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn

28 West Cabrillo Boulevard
1.3 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Pool with view
  • Children's pool

The 4-star oceanfront Harbor View Inn Santa Barbara, located nearly a 5-minute stroll from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, boasts a swimming pool and a fitness studio. With a location not far from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum, the inn also features 2 hot tubs.

The accommodation is within a 200-metre distance of Blackbird.

8.9
1335 reviews
~ US$405 / night

Harbor View Inn

1.3 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Pool with view
  • Children's pool

Harbor View Inn

The 4-star oceanfront Harbor View Inn Santa Barbara, located nearly a 5-minute stroll from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, boasts a swimming pool and a fitness studio. With a location not far from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum, the inn also features 2 hot tubs.

The accommodation is within a 200-metre distance of Blackbird.

8.9
1335 reviews
From US$ 405 / night
The Eagle Inn The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn

232 Natoma Avenue
1.2 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Family rooms

The Eagle Inn Santa Barbara is rated 3 stars and features 29 rooms for guests to stay in. While staying in the inn, you are invited to discover Santa Barbara Harbor, located a mere 1 km away, or walk for only 11 minutes to reach MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

8.9
577 reviews
~ US$306 / night

The Eagle Inn

1.2 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Family rooms

The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn Santa Barbara is rated 3 stars and features 29 rooms for guests to stay in. While staying in the inn, you are invited to discover Santa Barbara Harbor, located a mere 1 km away, or walk for only 11 minutes to reach MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

8.9
577 reviews
From US$ 306 / night
  • Popular choice
  • Beach access
Beachside Inn Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

336 W Cabrillo Blvd
1.5 km (0.9 mi) from city center
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Heated swimming pool
  • Children's play area

The 3-star Beachside Inn Santa Barbara is situated merely a 9-minute stroll from Santa Barbara Harbor and comes with 24-hour desk and express check-out. This Santa Barbara inn features 69 rooms in a walkable area, only 1.7 km from culture-oriented attractions such as Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum.

Toma Restaurant & Bar is ideal for tasting Tuscan cuisine and is situated about a 5-minute stroll away.

8.3
2283 reviews
~ US$89 / night

Beachside Inn

1.5 km (0.9 mi) from city center
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Heated swimming pool
  • Children's play area

Beachside Inn

The 3-star Beachside Inn Santa Barbara is situated merely a 9-minute stroll from Santa Barbara Harbor and comes with 24-hour desk and express check-out. This Santa Barbara inn features 69 rooms in a walkable area, only 1.7 km from culture-oriented attractions such as Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum.

Toma Restaurant & Bar is ideal for tasting Tuscan cuisine and is situated about a 5-minute stroll away.

8.3
2283 reviews
From US$ 89 / night

Luxury hotels in Santa Barbara

The Craft House Inn The Craft House Inn

The Craft House Inn

1327 Bath Street
1.1 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Garden area
  • Family rooms

The comfortable The Craft House Inn Santa Barbara provides proximity to the lush Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden, which is situated a mere 1.4 km away. Highlights at the 4-star hotel include Wi-Fi in public areas.

The Craft House Inn is within a few blocks of Bouchon, serving French cuisine.

9.1
71 reviews
~ US$359 / night

The Craft House Inn

1.1 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Garden area
  • Family rooms

The Craft House Inn

The comfortable The Craft House Inn Santa Barbara provides proximity to the lush Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden, which is situated a mere 1.4 km away. Highlights at the 4-star hotel include Wi-Fi in public areas.

The Craft House Inn is within a few blocks of Bouchon, serving French cuisine.

9.1
71 reviews
From US$ 359 / night
Santa Barbara Inn Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn

901 East Cabrillo Boulevard
2.4 km (1.5 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Family rooms

The 4-star smoke-free Santa Barbara Inn, situated merely 1.8 km from Funk Zone, offers an outdoor swimming pool as well as a fitness centre. Located just 550 metres from Santa Barbara Zoo, the inn is not far from the Pacific Ocean.

Guests can enjoy Mediterranean dishes served in Convivo Restaurant and Bar located a stone's throw from Santa Barbara Inn.

8.7
397 reviews
~ US$234 / night

Santa Barbara Inn

2.4 km (1.5 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Family rooms

Santa Barbara Inn

The 4-star smoke-free Santa Barbara Inn, situated merely 1.8 km from Funk Zone, offers an outdoor swimming pool as well as a fitness centre. Located just 550 metres from Santa Barbara Zoo, the inn is not far from the Pacific Ocean.

Guests can enjoy Mediterranean dishes served in Convivo Restaurant and Bar located a stone's throw from Santa Barbara Inn.

8.7
397 reviews
From US$ 234 / night
Casa Castillo, A Zenstay Hotel Casa Castillo, A Zenstay Hotel

Casa Castillo, A Zenstay Hotel

1124 Castillo Street
0.9 km (0.6 mi) from city center
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Terrace
  • Family rooms

Located 16 minutes' stroll from El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, the 3-star Casa Castillo, A Zenstay Hotel Santa Barbara offers air-conditioned rooms just 1.3 km from the air Paseo Nuevo Shops & Restaurants Mall.

Tino's Italian Grocery serves various kinds of Italian dishes a mere 550 metres from Casa Castillo, A Zenstay Hotel.

9.2
27 reviews
~ US$229 / night

Casa Castillo, A Zenstay Hotel

0.9 km (0.6 mi) from city center
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Terrace
  • Family rooms

Casa Castillo, A Zenstay Hotel

Located 16 minutes' stroll from El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, the 3-star Casa Castillo, A Zenstay Hotel Santa Barbara offers air-conditioned rooms just 1.3 km from the air Paseo Nuevo Shops & Restaurants Mall.

Tino's Italian Grocery serves various kinds of Italian dishes a mere 550 metres from Casa Castillo, A Zenstay Hotel.

9.2
27 reviews
From US$ 229 / night

5-star family hotels in Santa Barbara

The Upham Hotel The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel

1404 De La Vina Street
1.1 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Terrace
  • Family rooms

The Upham Hotel Santa Barbara offers 55 rooms in the vicinity of Turtle Pond, 10 minutes' walk away. This hotel comes with Wi-Fi in public areas.

This property is a few moments from Louie's and serves delectable meals.

8.6
241 reviews
~ US$198 / night

The Upham Hotel

1.1 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Terrace
  • Family rooms

The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel Santa Barbara offers 55 rooms in the vicinity of Turtle Pond, 10 minutes' walk away. This hotel comes with Wi-Fi in public areas.

This property is a few moments from Louie's and serves delectable meals.

8.6
241 reviews
From US$ 198 / night
Inn By The Harbor Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

433 West Montecito Street
1.2 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Family rooms

Situated 8 minutes' walk from Moreton Bay Fig Tree, Inn By The Harbor Santa Barbara includes 42 rooms with views of the garden. All guests can enjoy Wi-Fi in public areas and access to a fitness centre.

The seafood restaurant Toma Restaurant & Bar is 650 metres away.

8.6
723 reviews
~ US$360 / night

Inn By The Harbor

1.2 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Family rooms

Inn By The Harbor

Situated 8 minutes' walk from Moreton Bay Fig Tree, Inn By The Harbor Santa Barbara includes 42 rooms with views of the garden. All guests can enjoy Wi-Fi in public areas and access to a fitness centre.

The seafood restaurant Toma Restaurant & Bar is 650 metres away.

8.6
723 reviews
From US$ 360 / night
  • Beach access
The Milo The Milo

The Milo

202 West Cabrillo Boulevard
1.3 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Golf centre
  • Babysitting/Child services

The oceanfront The Milo Hotel Santa Barbara offers quick access to Ambassador Park, situated nearly a 5-minute walk away. Featuring valet parking and concierge service, the 4-star hotel also provides guests with a safety deposit box and 24-hour security service.

Sambo's Restaurant treats guests with American dishes and lies 100 metres away.

8.4
1548 reviews
~ US$327 / night

The Milo

1.3 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Golf centre
  • Babysitting/Child services

The Milo

The oceanfront The Milo Hotel Santa Barbara offers quick access to Ambassador Park, situated nearly a 5-minute walk away. Featuring valet parking and concierge service, the 4-star hotel also provides guests with a safety deposit box and 24-hour security service.

Sambo's Restaurant treats guests with American dishes and lies 100 metres away.

8.4
1548 reviews
From US$ 327 / night

Cheap family hotels in Santa Barbara

  • Top location
Palihouse Santa Barbara Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara

915 Garden Street
0.4 km (0.2 mi) from city center
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Car park
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Family rooms

Offering a location within 400 metres of Santa Barbara Historical Museum, Palihouse Santa Barbara Hotel offers 24 rooms. Situated in the vicinity of the Spanish Santa Barbara County Courthouse in the Santa Barbara Urban Wine Trail district, this hotel features an outdoor swimming pool.

Garden is an à la carte restaurant specialised in Mediterranean cuisine.

8.9
202 reviews
~ US$770 / night

Palihouse Santa Barbara

0.4 km (0.2 mi) from city center
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Car park
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Family rooms

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Offering a location within 400 metres of Santa Barbara Historical Museum, Palihouse Santa Barbara Hotel offers 24 rooms. Situated in the vicinity of the Spanish Santa Barbara County Courthouse in the Santa Barbara Urban Wine Trail district, this hotel features an outdoor swimming pool.

Garden is an à la carte restaurant specialised in Mediterranean cuisine.

8.9
202 reviews
From US$ 770 / night
El Encanto Santa Barbara El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara

800 Alvarado Place
2.1 km (1.3 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Sauna
  • Babysitting/Child services

Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, the 5-star El Encanto Santa Barbara hotel offers conference facilities and a photocopy machine, as well as Wi-Fi in the rooms. Located about 10 minutes by car from Earl Warren Show Grounds Event Venue, the hotel offers a treatment room and a sauna.

8.9
99 reviews
~ US$735 / night

El Encanto Santa Barbara

2.1 km (1.3 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Sauna
  • Babysitting/Child services

El Encanto Santa Barbara

Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, the 5-star El Encanto Santa Barbara hotel offers conference facilities and a photocopy machine, as well as Wi-Fi in the rooms. Located about 10 minutes by car from Earl Warren Show Grounds Event Venue, the hotel offers a treatment room and a sauna.

8.9
99 reviews
From US$ 735 / night
  • Beach access
Hotel Californian Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian

36 State Street
1.1 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Sauna
  • Cots

Hotel Californian Santa Barbara features spacious rooms around a 25-minute walk from Santa Barbara Zoo. Situated a short way from Stearns Wharf Harbor and overlooking the ocean, the hotel offers a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna.

Located within 5 minutes' walk of Hotel Californian, the seafood restaurant Santa Barbara FisHouse offers an American menu.

8.7
121 reviews
~ US$467 / night

Hotel Californian

1.1 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Sauna
  • Cots

Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian Santa Barbara features spacious rooms around a 25-minute walk from Santa Barbara Zoo. Situated a short way from Stearns Wharf Harbor and overlooking the ocean, the hotel offers a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna.

Located within 5 minutes' walk of Hotel Californian, the seafood restaurant Santa Barbara FisHouse offers an American menu.

8.7
121 reviews
From US$ 467 / night

Are you in a hurry?

Here is a quick list of Family Hotels in Santa Barbara, selected based on their rating

Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
La Playa Inn Santa Barbara

9.1 / 10

(2126 Reviews)

From 75$
Marina Beach Hotel

9.2 / 10

(1199 Reviews)

From 223$
Hotel Santa Barbara

9.0 / 10

(689 Reviews)

From 289$
Castillo Inn At The Beach

8.7 / 10

(1232 Reviews)

From 135$
Mason Beach Inn

8.9 / 10

(1537 Reviews)

From 280$

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