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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

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  • Beach access
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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

Situated around 5 minutes' walk from Carriage and Western Art Nonprofit Museum, the 3-star Beachside Inn Santa Barbara offers a vending machine and a lift.

Toma Restaurant & Bar offers a selection of dishes in close proximity to the Beachside Inn Santa Barbara.

8.4
2674 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

Situated around 5 minutes' walk from Carriage and Western Art Nonprofit Museum, the 3-star Beachside Inn Santa Barbara offers a vending machine and a lift.

Toma Restaurant & Bar offers a selection of dishes in close proximity to the Beachside Inn Santa Barbara.

8.4
2674 reviews
Average price US$ 89 / night
  • Beach access
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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

Located only 7 minutes on foot from the Moreton Bay Fig Tree, the lovely 3-star Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach Santa Barbara offers 24-hour reception and wake-up service.

Offering American meals, The Brewhouse is situated a mere 300 metres from Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach.

8.9
443 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

Located only 7 minutes on foot from the Moreton Bay Fig Tree, the lovely 3-star Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach Santa Barbara offers 24-hour reception and wake-up service.

Offering American meals, The Brewhouse is situated a mere 300 metres from Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach.

8.9
443 reviews
Average price US$ 170 / night
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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 charming 3-star Inn By The Harbor Santa Barbara features a central location approximately 300 metres from the Pershing Park and welcomes guests with a sun deck, spa therapy, and a courtyard. The smoke-free inn is a good starting point for Santa Barbara's sports attractions, including the Los Baños Del Mar, which is merely 1.7 km away.

The Rudy's Mexican Restaurant is only a few steps from Inn By The Harbor Santa Barbara.

8.6
586 reviews
~ US$228 / 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 charming 3-star Inn By The Harbor Santa Barbara features a central location approximately 300 metres from the Pershing Park and welcomes guests with a sun deck, spa therapy, and a courtyard. The smoke-free inn is a good starting point for Santa Barbara's sports attractions, including the Los Baños Del Mar, which is merely 1.7 km away.

The Rudy's Mexican Restaurant is only a few steps from Inn By The Harbor Santa Barbara.

8.6
586 reviews
Average price US$ 228 / night

Best Luxury Family Hotels Santa Barbara

  • Beach access
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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 course
  • Babysitting/Child services

The 4-star The Milo Hotel Santa Barbara lies in a walkable area of Santa Barbara around a 25-minute walk from Shoreline Public Park, featuring a Jacuzzi, a sundeck, and a golf course. 25 km away from Santa Barbara airport, the hotel provides a banquet hall tailored for unforgettable hosting experiences.

The Milo Hotel is just near Toma Restaurant & Bar, that serves Italian cuisine.

8.2
1637 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 course
  • Babysitting/Child services

The Milo

The 4-star The Milo Hotel Santa Barbara lies in a walkable area of Santa Barbara around a 25-minute walk from Shoreline Public Park, featuring a Jacuzzi, a sundeck, and a golf course. 25 km away from Santa Barbara airport, the hotel provides a banquet hall tailored for unforgettable hosting experiences.

The Milo Hotel is just near Toma Restaurant & Bar, that serves Italian cuisine.

8.2
1637 reviews
Average price US$ 167 / night
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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 charming The Upham Hotel Santa Barbara is merely 0.9 km from the lush Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden and features a lobby fireplace and a golf course. The 3-star smoke-free hotel, located just near Spirit of the Ocean Fountain, offers a banquet hall, fostering connections and meetings.

The American Louie's restaurant serves American dishes.

8.6
271 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 charming The Upham Hotel Santa Barbara is merely 0.9 km from the lush Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden and features a lobby fireplace and a golf course. The 3-star smoke-free hotel, located just near Spirit of the Ocean Fountain, offers a banquet hall, fostering connections and meetings.

The American Louie's restaurant serves American dishes.

8.6
271 reviews
Average price US$ 198 / night
  • Beach access
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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

Offering bicycles for rent, the 3-star smoke-free Lavender Inn By The Sea Santa Barbara is about 20 minutes' walk from Shoreline Public Park. Boasting a location in the vicinity of the Moreton Bay Fig Tree, the comfortable inn features 17 rooms as well as a storage room.

Toma Restaurant & Bar has its own variety of Italian meals and is approximately 400 metres away.

8.5
291 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

Offering bicycles for rent, the 3-star smoke-free Lavender Inn By The Sea Santa Barbara is about 20 minutes' walk from Shoreline Public Park. Boasting a location in the vicinity of the Moreton Bay Fig Tree, the comfortable inn features 17 rooms as well as a storage room.

Toma Restaurant & Bar has its own variety of Italian meals and is approximately 400 metres away.

8.5
291 reviews
Average price US$ 160 / night

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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

Located 2.8 km from the 2-star Secret Garden Inn & Cottages Santa Barbara, guests can reach the MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation. The inn offers 10 rooms with views of the city.

Guests can dine at Cajun Kitchen Cafe located approximately a 5-minute walk away.

8.8
106 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

Located 2.8 km from the 2-star Secret Garden Inn & Cottages Santa Barbara, guests can reach the MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation. The inn offers 10 rooms with views of the city.

Guests can dine at Cajun Kitchen Cafe located approximately a 5-minute walk away.

8.8
106 reviews
Average price US$ 299 / night
  • Eco-friendly stay
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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

Located 2.5 km from the Rocky Nook Park, El Encanto Santa Barbara hotel is 250 metres from San Marcos Building Courtyard. The hotel features cars for rent, as well as Wi-Fi in the rooms.

Guests can dine at Belmond El Encanto situated 250 metres away.

9
83 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

Located 2.5 km from the Rocky Nook Park, El Encanto Santa Barbara hotel is 250 metres from San Marcos Building Courtyard. The hotel features cars for rent, as well as Wi-Fi in the rooms.

Guests can dine at Belmond El Encanto situated 250 metres away.

9
83 reviews
Average price US$ 474 / night
  • Top location
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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 course
  • Sun terrace
  • Family rooms

Situated around 5 minutes' walk from the annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival, the 3-star De La Vina Inn Santa Barbara features a sun deck, a patio, and a picnic area. Located within reach of a convenient place to shop such as the air Paseo Nuevo Shops & Restaurants Mall, this Santa Barbara hotel provides 9 rooms.

De La Vina Inn is a stone's throw from Louie's serving American dishes.

8.5
110 reviews
~ US$265 / night

De La Vina Inn

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

De La Vina Inn

Situated around 5 minutes' walk from the annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival, the 3-star De La Vina Inn Santa Barbara features a sun deck, a patio, and a picnic area. Located within reach of a convenient place to shop such as the air Paseo Nuevo Shops & Restaurants Mall, this Santa Barbara hotel provides 9 rooms.

De La Vina Inn is a stone's throw from Louie's serving American dishes.

8.5
110 reviews
Average price US$ 265 / night

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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

Standing around a 5-minute walk from the lush Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden, the modern Courtyard By Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown Hotel enjoys a central location in the centre of Santa Barbara. Located in the vicinity of the El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, this 3-star hotel features 54 rooms with views of the city.

The poolside bar is ideal for a relaxing drink. Cantwell's Market & Deli treats guests with American dishes and lies in close proximity to Courtyard By Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown Hotel.

8.1
73 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

Standing around a 5-minute walk from the lush Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden, the modern Courtyard By Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown Hotel enjoys a central location in the centre of Santa Barbara. Located in the vicinity of the El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, this 3-star hotel features 54 rooms with views of the city.

The poolside bar is ideal for a relaxing drink. Cantwell's Market & Deli treats guests with American dishes and lies in close proximity to Courtyard By Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown Hotel.

8.1
73 reviews
Average price US$ 186 / night
  • Great deal
  • Private beach
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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

Palmoro House Hotel Santa Barbara, located a 6-minute walk from the primary East Beach, boasts a heated pool. Situated only steps away from the Santa Barbara Zoo, this wonderful hotel features an à la carte restaurant serving local cuisine.

This Santa Barbara hotel features 2 restaurants serving Italian and local cuisines. Guests can quench their thirst in the coffee bar with their favourite drink. Palmoro House Hotel is within a few blocks of Convivo Restaurant and Bar, that serves Italian cuisine.

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

Palmoro House Hotel Santa Barbara, located a 6-minute walk from the primary East Beach, boasts a heated pool. Situated only steps away from the Santa Barbara Zoo, this wonderful hotel features an à la carte restaurant serving local cuisine.

This Santa Barbara hotel features 2 restaurants serving Italian and local cuisines. Guests can quench their thirst in the coffee bar with their favourite drink. Palmoro House Hotel is within a few blocks of Convivo Restaurant and Bar, that serves Italian cuisine.

7.7
146 reviews
Average price US$ 79 / night
  • Beach access
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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

Offering guests an American-style restaurant onsite, the 4-star Mar Monte Hotel, In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt Santa Barbara boasts a location around a 25-minute walk from the river. Situated a stone's throw from Cabrillo Ball Park, the hotel features a swimming pool with mountain views.

Lido restaurant offers Mediterranean cuisine for dinner, while breakfast can be enjoyed at costa Kitchen restaurant. The lounge bar offers a wide range of refreshing drinks.

7.7
304 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

Offering guests an American-style restaurant onsite, the 4-star Mar Monte Hotel, In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt Santa Barbara boasts a location around a 25-minute walk from the river. Situated a stone's throw from Cabrillo Ball Park, the hotel features a swimming pool with mountain views.

Lido restaurant offers Mediterranean cuisine for dinner, while breakfast can be enjoyed at costa Kitchen restaurant. The lounge bar offers a wide range of refreshing drinks.

7.7
304 reviews
Average price US$ 156 / night

Santa Barbara All Inclusive Hotels for Families

  • Beach access
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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

Featuring a summer terrace, a courtyard, and various recreational opportunities, the smoke-free Villa Rosa Inn Santa Barbara is 500 metres from the MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation. Boasting a location not far from the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, the comfortable hotel includes 29 rooms and an outdoor swimming pool.

Sambo's Restaurant serves American dishes and lies within 300 metres of the accommodation.

7
1365 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

Featuring a summer terrace, a courtyard, and various recreational opportunities, the smoke-free Villa Rosa Inn Santa Barbara is 500 metres from the MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation. Boasting a location not far from the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, the comfortable hotel includes 29 rooms and an outdoor swimming pool.

Sambo's Restaurant serves American dishes and lies within 300 metres of the accommodation.

7
1365 reviews
Average price US$ 123 / night
  • Eco-friendly stay
  • Beach access
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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

The upscale Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort, offering three tennis courts, is located within 20 minutes' walk of Chase Palm Waterfront Park. The 4-star full-service resort overlooks the Pacific Ocean and offers bicycles for rent.

The American-style Rodney's Grill restaurant in this Santa Barbara hotel offers dishes for dinner. The restaurant serves American cuisine.

7.1
47 reviews
~ US$533 / 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

The upscale Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort, offering three tennis courts, is located within 20 minutes' walk of Chase Palm Waterfront Park. The 4-star full-service resort overlooks the Pacific Ocean and offers bicycles for rent.

The American-style Rodney's Grill restaurant in this Santa Barbara hotel offers dishes for dinner. The restaurant serves American cuisine.

7.1
47 reviews
Average price US$ 533 / night

Family Hotels near Santa Barbara

These options match your search but are within a one-hour drive of the city (up to 80 km / 50 mi).

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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

Situated around a 5-minute walk from Santa Ynez River, the 4-star The Hadsten Solvang, Tapestry Collection By Hilton hotel offers 74 rooms. Featuring a restaurant and a lobby area, the inn is located in the vicinity of the SolvangUSA visitor center.

The Hadsten Solvang, Tapestry Collection By Hilton hotel has an American-style Boiler Room restaurant that serves American dishes.

9
321 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

Situated around a 5-minute walk from Santa Ynez River, the 4-star The Hadsten Solvang, Tapestry Collection By Hilton hotel offers 74 rooms. Featuring a restaurant and a lobby area, the inn is located in the vicinity of the SolvangUSA visitor center.

The Hadsten Solvang, Tapestry Collection By Hilton hotel has an American-style Boiler Room restaurant that serves American dishes.

9
321 reviews
Average price US$ 87 / night

Family Hotels In Downtown Santa Barbara

  • Guest favorite
  • Beach access
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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

The smoke-free Pea Soup Andersen'S Inn Buellton offers 88 rooms with proximity to Santa Ynez River, which is about a 5-minute walk from the property. With views of the pool, the 2-star hotel is situated a short way from Zaca Creek Golf Course and offers spa therapy, a picnic area, and a golf course.

Just around the corner from the hotel, Pea Soup Andersen's serves Danish dishes.

8.6
2210 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

The smoke-free Pea Soup Andersen'S Inn Buellton offers 88 rooms with proximity to Santa Ynez River, which is about a 5-minute walk from the property. With views of the pool, the 2-star hotel is situated a short way from Zaca Creek Golf Course and offers spa therapy, a picnic area, and a golf course.

Just around the corner from the hotel, Pea Soup Andersen's serves Danish dishes.

8.6
2210 reviews
Average price 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

8.4 / 10

(2674 Reviews)

From 89$
Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach

8.9 / 10

(443 Reviews)

From 170$
Inn By The Harbor

8.6 / 10

(586 Reviews)

From 228$
The Milo

8.2 / 10

(1637 Reviews)

From 167$
The Upham Hotel

8.6 / 10

(271 Reviews)

From 198$

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