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1. Beachside Inn

2. Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach

3. Inn By The Harbor

4. The Milo

Best Luxury Family Hotels Santa Barbara

5. The Upham Hotel

6. Lavender Inn By The Sea

7. Secret Garden Inn & Cottages

5 Star Family Hotels Santa Barbara

8. El Encanto Santa Barbara

9. De La Vina Inn

10. Courtyard By Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

Top Family Hotels Santa Barbara

  • 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, located only 9 minutes' walk from the Santa Barbara Harbor, features a sun terrace, a picnic area, and various recreational opportunities.

Guests can enjoy a selection of Mediterranean dishes at Toma Restaurant & Bar situated about a 5-minute walk away.

8.3
2435 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, located only 9 minutes' walk from the Santa Barbara Harbor, features a sun terrace, a picnic area, and various recreational opportunities.

Guests can enjoy a selection of Mediterranean dishes at Toma Restaurant & Bar situated about a 5-minute walk away.

8.3
2435 reviews
From US$ 89 / night
  • Best-rated
  • 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

The 3-star smoke-free Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach Santa Barbara offers quick access to Carriage and Western Art Nonprofit Museum, which is just a 6-minute stroll away. With board games and cinema, this Santa Barbara hotel guarantees fun-filled entertainment for younger guests.

You can dine at the Rudy's Mexican Restaurant, a local place where Mexican cuisine is served.

8.9
485 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

The 3-star smoke-free Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach Santa Barbara offers quick access to Carriage and Western Art Nonprofit Museum, which is just a 6-minute stroll away. With board games and cinema, this Santa Barbara hotel guarantees fun-filled entertainment for younger guests.

You can dine at the Rudy's Mexican Restaurant, a local place where Mexican cuisine is served.

8.9
485 reviews
From US$ 170 / 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

The 3-star smoke-free Inn By The Harbor Santa Barbara is located within a 1-km distance of Leadbetter Beach and comprises 42 rooms with modern comforts. Located in West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers, this Santa Barbara inn offers a sundeck, spa therapy, and a courtyard.

Nearby restaurants, including Toma Restaurant & Bar is merely 650 metres from this Santa Barbara hotel.

8.7
698 reviews
~ US$149 / 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

The 3-star smoke-free Inn By The Harbor Santa Barbara is located within a 1-km distance of Leadbetter Beach and comprises 42 rooms with modern comforts. Located in West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers, this Santa Barbara inn offers a sundeck, spa therapy, and a courtyard.

Nearby restaurants, including Toma Restaurant & Bar is merely 650 metres from this Santa Barbara hotel.

8.7
698 reviews
From US$ 149 / night

Best Luxury Family Hotels Santa Barbara

  • 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 4-star The Milo Hotel Santa Barbara offers air-conditioned rooms in the centre of Santa Barbara.

8.4
1599 reviews
~ US$167 / 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 4-star The Milo Hotel Santa Barbara offers air-conditioned rooms in the centre of Santa Barbara.

8.4
1599 reviews
From US$ 167 / night
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

Offering luggage storage and a restaurant, the 3-star smoke-free The Upham Hotel Santa Barbara is within 5 minutes' walk of Santa Barbara Public Market.

Guests can enjoy a selection of American dishes at Louie's situated nearly a 5-minute walk away.

8.5
255 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

Offering luggage storage and a restaurant, the 3-star smoke-free The Upham Hotel Santa Barbara is within 5 minutes' walk of Santa Barbara Public Market.

Guests can enjoy a selection of American dishes at Louie's situated nearly a 5-minute walk away.

8.5
255 reviews
From US$ 198 / night
  • Beach access
Lavender Inn By The Sea Lavender Inn By The Sea

Lavender Inn By The Sea

206 Castillo Street
1.2 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Family rooms

Providing 22 rooms, the smoke-free Lavender Inn By The Sea Santa Barbara is nearly a 25-minute walk from Granada Theatre. Located in the vicinity of Moreton Bay Fig Tree, this 3-star inn features a heated pool for guests to relax in.

Toma Restaurant & Bar with Italian cuisine is located around 5 minutes' walk away.

8.5
356 reviews
~ US$160 / night

Lavender Inn By The Sea

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

Lavender Inn By The Sea

Providing 22 rooms, the smoke-free Lavender Inn By The Sea Santa Barbara is nearly a 25-minute walk from Granada Theatre. Located in the vicinity of Moreton Bay Fig Tree, this 3-star inn features a heated pool for guests to relax in.

Toma Restaurant & Bar with Italian cuisine is located around 5 minutes' walk away.

8.5
356 reviews
From US$ 160 / night

5 Star Family Hotels Santa Barbara

Secret Garden Inn & Cottages Secret Garden Inn & Cottages

Secret Garden Inn & Cottages

1908 Bath Street
1.9 km (1.2 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Air conditioning
  • Spa centre
  • Children's menu

Situated around 25 minutes' walk from the 2-star Secret Garden Inn & Cottages Santa Barbara, guests can visit Casa de la Guerra Historic House Museum.

Serving both food and drinks, Cajun Kitchen Cafe is situated just steps from the hotel.

8.8
110 reviews
~ US$299 / night

Secret Garden Inn & Cottages

1.9 km (1.2 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Air conditioning
  • Spa centre
  • Children's menu

Secret Garden Inn & Cottages

Situated around 25 minutes' walk from the 2-star Secret Garden Inn & Cottages Santa Barbara, guests can visit Casa de la Guerra Historic House Museum.

Serving both food and drinks, Cajun Kitchen Cafe is situated just steps from the hotel.

8.8
110 reviews
From US$ 299 / 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

El Encanto Santa Barbara hotel, located about a 15-minute walk from the Old Mission Santa Barbara, boasts a heated swimming pool. The hotel offers Wi-Fi in the rooms and has conference facilities and a xerox.

Guests can dine at the restaurant The Dining Room and Terrace located around 5 minutes' walk away.

9
95 reviews
~ US$474 / 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

El Encanto Santa Barbara hotel, located about a 15-minute walk from the Old Mission Santa Barbara, boasts a heated swimming pool. The hotel offers Wi-Fi in the rooms and has conference facilities and a xerox.

Guests can dine at the restaurant The Dining Room and Terrace located around 5 minutes' walk away.

9
95 reviews
From US$ 474 / night
  • Top location
De La Vina Inn De La Vina Inn

De La Vina Inn

1323 De La Vina Street
1.0 km (0.6 mi) from city center
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Air conditioning
  • Golf centre
  • Sun terrace
  • Family rooms

Located around 5 minutes' walk from the annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival, the comfortable De La Vina Inn Santa Barbara gives easy access to various tourist attractions. The 3-star hotel features a sunbathing terrace, a picnic area, and a golf course, and the allergy-free rooms overlook the mountain.

Guests can enjoy the outdoor bar on premises. Serving Mediterranean meals, Santa Barbara Public Market lies right near De La Vina Inn.

8.7
110 reviews
~ US$229 / night

De La Vina Inn

1.0 km (0.6 mi) from city center
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Air conditioning
  • Golf centre
  • Sun terrace
  • Family rooms

De La Vina Inn

Located around 5 minutes' walk from the annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival, the comfortable De La Vina Inn Santa Barbara gives easy access to various tourist attractions. The 3-star hotel features a sunbathing terrace, a picnic area, and a golf course, and the allergy-free rooms overlook the mountain.

Guests can enjoy the outdoor bar on premises. Serving Mediterranean meals, Santa Barbara Public Market lies right near De La Vina Inn.

8.7
110 reviews
From US$ 229 / night

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Courtyard By Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown Courtyard By Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

Courtyard By Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

1601 State Street
1.3 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Car park
    US$ 30 per day
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Heated swimming pool
  • Family rooms

A mere 6 minutes' walk from Our Lady of Sorrows Church, the modern Courtyard By Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown Hotel includes 122 rooms. Situated near the lush Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden in Santa Barbara Downtown with Paseo Nuevo, a shopping center with tiled courtyards, fountains, and chain retailers, this 3-star hotel features a heated pool.

Cantwell's Market & Deli serves American dishes and lies a few steps from Courtyard By Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown Hotel.

8.3
84 reviews
~ US$186 / night

Courtyard By Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

1.3 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Car park
    US$ 30 per day
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Heated swimming pool
  • Family rooms

Courtyard By Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

A mere 6 minutes' walk from Our Lady of Sorrows Church, the modern Courtyard By Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown Hotel includes 122 rooms. Situated near the lush Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden in Santa Barbara Downtown with Paseo Nuevo, a shopping center with tiled courtyards, fountains, and chain retailers, this 3-star hotel features a heated pool.

Cantwell's Market & Deli serves American dishes and lies a few steps from Courtyard By Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown Hotel.

8.3
84 reviews
From US$ 186 / night
  • Great deal
  • Private beach
Palmoro House Palmoro House

Palmoro House

424 Por La Mar Drive
2.5 km (1.5 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Children's menu

Offering a location 5 minutes' walk from Dwight Murphy Park, Palmoro House Hotel Santa Barbara offers 24 rooms. While staying in the hotel, which is located in the Santa Barbara Urban Wine Trail district, you can enjoy a pool bar and an outdoor swimming pool.

The à la carte Lido restaurant specialises in local dishes.

7.7
146 reviews
~ US$79 / night

Palmoro House

2.5 km (1.5 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Children's menu

Palmoro House

Offering a location 5 minutes' walk from Dwight Murphy Park, Palmoro House Hotel Santa Barbara offers 24 rooms. While staying in the hotel, which is located in the Santa Barbara Urban Wine Trail district, you can enjoy a pool bar and an outdoor swimming pool.

The à la carte Lido restaurant specialises in local dishes.

7.7
146 reviews
From US$ 79 / night
  • Beach access
Mar Monte Hotel, In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt Mar Monte Hotel, In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt

1111 East Cabrillo Boulevard
2.6 km (1.6 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Children's menu

The 4-star Mar Monte Hotel, In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt Santa Barbara is a mere 5 minutes' walk from Dwight Murphy Park and offers a hot tub and a shared lounge. Featuring an American-style restaurant, the hotel is located a stone's throw from Santa Barbara Zoo and boasts an outdoor swimming pool.

There are Mediterranean dishes in the menu of Lido restaurant at the Mar Monte Santa Barbara.

7.6
256 reviews
~ US$156 / night

Mar Monte Hotel, In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt

2.6 km (1.6 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Children's menu

Mar Monte Hotel, In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt

The 4-star Mar Monte Hotel, In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt Santa Barbara is a mere 5 minutes' walk from Dwight Murphy Park and offers a hot tub and a shared lounge. Featuring an American-style restaurant, the hotel is located a stone's throw from Santa Barbara Zoo and boasts an outdoor swimming pool.

There are Mediterranean dishes in the menu of Lido restaurant at the Mar Monte Santa Barbara.

7.6
256 reviews
From US$ 156 / night

Santa Barbara All Inclusive Hotels for Families

  • Beach access
Villa Rosa Inn Villa Rosa Inn

Villa Rosa Inn

15 Chapala Street
1.2 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour security
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Babysitting/Child services

The 4-star Villa Rosa Inn Santa Barbara is nestled merely a 6-minute walk from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center and features an outdoor swimming pool. The hotel, located in West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers near a train station, offers a private garden.

Toma Restaurant & Bar is adjacent to Villa Rosa Inn, 6 minutes' walk away.

7.2
1261 reviews
~ US$123 / night

Villa Rosa Inn

1.2 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour security
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Babysitting/Child services

Villa Rosa Inn

The 4-star Villa Rosa Inn Santa Barbara is nestled merely a 6-minute walk from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center and features an outdoor swimming pool. The hotel, located in West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers near a train station, offers a private garden.

Toma Restaurant & Bar is adjacent to Villa Rosa Inn, 6 minutes' walk away.

7.2
1261 reviews
From US$ 123 / night
  • Eco-friendly stay
  • Beach access
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

633 East Cabrillo Boulevard
2.1 km (1.3 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Children's menu

Located within 5 minutes' walk of Chromatic Gate, the upscale Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort offers a patio and a wine tasting. The 4-star fully serviced resort, featuring an event space, is positioned just 1.9 km from Stearns Wharf Harbor.

An American-style restaurant at the Hilton serves American specialities. You may walk 6 minutes to The Roundhouse or eat by East Beach Tacos, located 400 metres away.

6.9
74 reviews
~ US$235 / night

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

2.1 km (1.3 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Children's menu

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Located within 5 minutes' walk of Chromatic Gate, the upscale Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort offers a patio and a wine tasting. The 4-star fully serviced resort, featuring an event space, is positioned just 1.9 km from Stearns Wharf Harbor.

An American-style restaurant at the Hilton serves American specialities. You may walk 6 minutes to The Roundhouse or eat by East Beach Tacos, located 400 metres away.

6.9
74 reviews
From US$ 235 / night

Family Hotels near Santa Barbara

  • Eco-friendly stay
The Hadsten Solvang, Tapestry Collection By Hilton The Hadsten Solvang, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

The Hadsten Solvang, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

1450 Mission Drive
45.4 km (28.2 mi) from Santa Barbara
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Children's menu

Located around 7 km from Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum and Janeway-Parks Carriage House, the 4-star The Hadsten Solvang, Tapestry Collection By Hilton hotel includes 70 rooms. This Solvang inn also offers guests Wi-Fi in public areas.

You can sample American cuisine in the American-style restaurant Boiler Room.

8.9
381 reviews
~ US$87 / night

The Hadsten Solvang, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

45.4 km (28.2 mi) from Santa Barbara
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Children's menu

The Hadsten Solvang, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

Located around 7 km from Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum and Janeway-Parks Carriage House, the 4-star The Hadsten Solvang, Tapestry Collection By Hilton hotel includes 70 rooms. This Solvang inn also offers guests Wi-Fi in public areas.

You can sample American cuisine in the American-style restaurant Boiler Room.

8.9
381 reviews
From US$ 87 / night

Family Hotels In Downtown Santa Barbara

  • Guest favorite
  • Beach access
Pea Soup Andersen'S Inn Pea Soup Andersen'S Inn

Pea Soup Andersen'S Inn

51 East Highway 246
50.0 km (31.1 mi) from Santa Barbara
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Live entertainment
  • Family rooms

Situated about a 5-minute walk from Santa Ynez River, the smoke-free Pea Soup Andersen'S Inn Buellton includes 88 rooms. The 2-star hotel offers parking on site and a heated swimming pool.

Pea Soup Andersen's, located a stone's throw from Pea Soup Andersen'S Inn, will spoil you with Danish cuisine.

8.6
1985 reviews
~ US$82 / night

Pea Soup Andersen'S Inn

50.0 km (31.1 mi) from Santa Barbara
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Live entertainment
  • Family rooms

Pea Soup Andersen'S Inn

Situated about a 5-minute walk from Santa Ynez River, the smoke-free Pea Soup Andersen'S Inn Buellton includes 88 rooms. The 2-star hotel offers parking on site and a heated swimming pool.

Pea Soup Andersen's, located a stone's throw from Pea Soup Andersen'S Inn, will spoil you with Danish cuisine.

8.6
1985 reviews
From US$ 82 / 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, $
Beachside Inn

8.3 / 10

(2435 Reviews)

From 89$
Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach

8.9 / 10

(485 Reviews)

From 170$
Inn By The Harbor

8.7 / 10

(698 Reviews)

From 149$
The Milo

8.4 / 10

(1599 Reviews)

From 167$
The Upham Hotel

8.5 / 10

(255 Reviews)

From 198$

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