Best 4 Star Hotels in Santa Barbara
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Best-rated
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
Located merely 11 minutes' stroll from Granada Theatre, the 4-star Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages Santa Barbara offers Wi-Fi in the rooms and a charging station for electric vehicles. Local landmarks including the annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival and the lush Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden can be found within a walking distance.
There is a sundeck, a picnic area, and a golf course provided onsite.
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
Located merely 11 minutes' stroll from Granada Theatre, the 4-star Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages Santa Barbara offers Wi-Fi in the rooms and a charging station for electric vehicles. Local landmarks including the annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival and the lush Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden can be found within a walking distance.
There is a sundeck, a picnic area, and a golf course provided onsite.
Casa Castillo - Boutique Suites In Downtown Santa Barbara
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Terrace
Offering air-conditioned rooms, the 3-star Casa Castillo, A Zenstay Hotel Santa Barbara is located approximately a 25-minute walk from Santa Barbara Harbor.
Casa Castillo - Boutique Suites In Downtown Santa Barbara
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Terrace
Casa Castillo - Boutique Suites In Downtown Santa Barbara
Offering air-conditioned rooms, the 3-star Casa Castillo, A Zenstay Hotel Santa Barbara is located approximately a 25-minute walk from Santa Barbara Harbor.
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Guest favorite
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Beach access
Harbor View Inn
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Pool with view
Featuring a swimming pool, the 4-star Harbor View Inn Santa Barbara is located in The Funk Zone with a range of bars and restaurants to choose from during your stay, approximately 5 minutes' walk from the MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation. This Santa Barbara hotel offers private parking on site.
The property’s pool area has a hot tub.
Harbor View Inn
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Pool with view
Harbor View Inn
Featuring a swimming pool, the 4-star Harbor View Inn Santa Barbara is located in The Funk Zone with a range of bars and restaurants to choose from during your stay, approximately 5 minutes' walk from the MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation. This Santa Barbara hotel offers private parking on site.
The property’s pool area has a hot tub.
4 Star Hotels in Central Santa Barbara
Bath Street Inn
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Terrace
The 4-star Bath Street Inn Santa Barbara is located just 1.3 km from the tranquil 2-block Alameda Park and provides guests with tour/ticket assistance for a more comfortable travel experience.
Bath Street Inn
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Terrace
Bath Street Inn
The 4-star Bath Street Inn Santa Barbara is located just 1.3 km from the tranquil 2-block Alameda Park and provides guests with tour/ticket assistance for a more comfortable travel experience.
Santa Barbara Inn
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
Offering an outdoor swimming pool, the smoke-free Santa Barbara Inn is nestled in East Beach with easy access to the Funk Zone, wide beaches directly adjacent, 2.3 km from Stearns Wharf Harbor. This 4-star inn features 79 rooms and comforts such as a restaurant.
You can join in with golf and golfing activities available on site.
Santa Barbara Inn
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
Santa Barbara Inn
Offering an outdoor swimming pool, the smoke-free Santa Barbara Inn is nestled in East Beach with easy access to the Funk Zone, wide beaches directly adjacent, 2.3 km from Stearns Wharf Harbor. This 4-star inn features 79 rooms and comforts such as a restaurant.
You can join in with golf and golfing activities available on site.
Casa Yano By The Beach
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Heating
The 4-star Casa Yano By The Beach Santa Barbara hotel has 6 rooms and is located about a 5-minute walk from Carriage and Western Art Nonprofit Museum. This comfortable aparthotel also includes a private parking lot.
Casa Yano By The Beach
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Heating
Casa Yano By The Beach
The 4-star Casa Yano By The Beach Santa Barbara hotel has 6 rooms and is located about a 5-minute walk from Carriage and Western Art Nonprofit Museum. This comfortable aparthotel also includes a private parking lot.
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Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
The welcoming 4-star Best Western Plus Santa Barbara hotel is located within 25 minutes' walk of Kids World Playground and boasts a hot tub and a sun deck.
This Santa Barbara hotel also includes a heated outdoor swimming pool and a fitness area.
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
The welcoming 4-star Best Western Plus Santa Barbara hotel is located within 25 minutes' walk of Kids World Playground and boasts a hot tub and a sun deck.
This Santa Barbara hotel also includes a heated outdoor swimming pool and a fitness area.
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Beach access
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Golf centre
- Heated swimming pool
Featuring a sunbathing terrace, a picnic area, and a golf course, the 4-star The Milo Hotel Santa Barbara offers 122 air-conditioned rooms.
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Top location
Palihouse Santa Barbara
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Car park
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
The comfortable Palihouse Santa Barbara Hotel enjoys a convenient location and provides easy access to the sand West Beach about a 25-minute walk away. Located in the Santa Barbara Urban Wine Trail district of Santa Barbara, the 4-star hotel offers 24 rooms along with an outdoor swimming pool.
Palihouse Santa Barbara
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Car park
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
Palihouse Santa Barbara
The comfortable Palihouse Santa Barbara Hotel enjoys a convenient location and provides easy access to the sand West Beach about a 25-minute walk away. Located in the Santa Barbara Urban Wine Trail district of Santa Barbara, the 4-star hotel offers 24 rooms along with an outdoor swimming pool.
4 Star Hotels near Santa Barbara Airport
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- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Rooftop pool
The 4-star Kimpton Canary Hotel By Ihg Santa Barbara is located in Santa Barbara, around a 25-minute walk from Stearns Wharf Harbor, and offers an outdoor rooftop pool. Boasting a location in close proximity to the Spanish Santa Barbara County Courthouse, the hotel features 15 rooms as well as a gift shop and a restaurant.
A Jacuzzi, a sundeck, and a shared lounge are also available at the Canary.
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Rooftop pool
The 4-star Kimpton Canary Hotel By Ihg Santa Barbara is located in Santa Barbara, around a 25-minute walk from Stearns Wharf Harbor, and offers an outdoor rooftop pool. Boasting a location in close proximity to the Spanish Santa Barbara County Courthouse, the hotel features 15 rooms as well as a gift shop and a restaurant.
A Jacuzzi, a sundeck, and a shared lounge are also available at the Canary.
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Eco-friendly stay
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Beach access
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Sun terrace
The boutique-style Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection By Hilton offers its guests comfortable rooms just an 8-minute walk from the Spanish Santa Barbara County Courthouse. Offering valet parking and concierge service, this 4-star hotel also has Wi-Fi in public areas.
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Sun terrace
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
The boutique-style Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection By Hilton offers its guests comfortable rooms just an 8-minute walk from the Spanish Santa Barbara County Courthouse. Offering valet parking and concierge service, this 4-star hotel also has Wi-Fi in public areas.
The Craft House Inn
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Garden area
Located 19 minutes' walk from El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, the 4-star The Craft House Inn Santa Barbara includes 7 rooms. Wi-Fi is featured in public areas.
The hotel offers sport activities, such as hiking and bicycle trips.
The Craft House Inn
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Garden area
The Craft House Inn
Located 19 minutes' walk from El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, the 4-star The Craft House Inn Santa Barbara includes 7 rooms. Wi-Fi is featured in public areas.
The hotel offers sport activities, such as hiking and bicycle trips.
4 Star Santa Barbara Hotels With Pool
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Beach access
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Heated swimming pool
The comfortable 4-star Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Santa Barbara is located just 350 metres from Chromatic Gate and features a sun deck, a picnic area, and a golf course. The inn is a good starting point for exploring Santa Barbara, including Santa Barbara Zoo, which is merely 0.7 km away.
The accommodation has a heated pool for your convenience. Take part in diverse sports — hiking, cycling, and fisheries and others.
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Heated swimming pool
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
The comfortable 4-star Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Santa Barbara is located just 350 metres from Chromatic Gate and features a sun deck, a picnic area, and a golf course. The inn is a good starting point for exploring Santa Barbara, including Santa Barbara Zoo, which is merely 0.7 km away.
The accommodation has a heated pool for your convenience. Take part in diverse sports — hiking, cycling, and fisheries and others.
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Beach access
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Patio
The comfortable 4-star Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel gives quick access to Santa Barbara City College, situated only a 6-minute walk away.
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Patio
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
The comfortable 4-star Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel gives quick access to Santa Barbara City College, situated only a 6-minute walk away.
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Beach access
Mar Monte Hotel, In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
Featuring views of the ocean, the 4-star Mar Monte Hotel, In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt Santa Barbara is located 11 minutes' walk from Santa Barbara Zoological Gdns. The hotel offers Wi-Fi in public areas, a private parking lot on site and a heated pool.
Mar Monte Hotel, In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
Mar Monte Hotel, In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt
Featuring views of the ocean, the 4-star Mar Monte Hotel, In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt Santa Barbara is located 11 minutes' walk from Santa Barbara Zoological Gdns. The hotel offers Wi-Fi in public areas, a private parking lot on site and a heated pool.
Drift Santa Barbara, A Member Of Design Hotels
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Car park
US$ 25 per day
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Terrace
Overlooking the mountain, the 4-star Drift Santa Barbara, A Member Of Design Hotels is located 17 minutes' walk from Granada Theatre. Boasting a location within reach of Casa de la Guerra Historic House Museum, the hotel features 46 rooms as well as a restaurant.
Drift Santa Barbara, A Member Of Design Hotels
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Car park
US$ 25 per day
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Terrace
Drift Santa Barbara, A Member Of Design Hotels
Overlooking the mountain, the 4-star Drift Santa Barbara, A Member Of Design Hotels is located 17 minutes' walk from Granada Theatre. Boasting a location within reach of Casa de la Guerra Historic House Museum, the hotel features 46 rooms as well as a restaurant.
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
The 4-star Montecito Inn Santa Barbara is a great place in a historic area of Santa Barbara, which stands around a 25-minute walk from Casa del Herrero. Located in Montecito with plenty of places to see and be seen, from the Biltmore's Bella Vista restaurant to celeb-studded Butterfly Beach, this Santa Barbara hotel offers 44 rooms with ocean views and an outdoor heated pool.
Montecito Inn offers a hot tub and a sauna to its guests. This smoke-free hotel features horseback riding and cycling for sport lovers.
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
The 4-star Montecito Inn Santa Barbara is a great place in a historic area of Santa Barbara, which stands around a 25-minute walk from Casa del Herrero. Located in Montecito with plenty of places to see and be seen, from the Biltmore's Bella Vista restaurant to celeb-studded Butterfly Beach, this Santa Barbara hotel offers 44 rooms with ocean views and an outdoor heated pool.
Montecito Inn offers a hot tub and a sauna to its guests. This smoke-free hotel features horseback riding and cycling for sport lovers.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of 4 Star Hotels in Santa Barbara, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages |
9.5 / 10 (323 Reviews) |
From 200$ | |
| Casa Castillo - Boutique Suites In Downtown Santa Barbara |
9.9 / 10 (11 Reviews) |
From 291$ | |
| Harbor View Inn |
8.9 / 10 (1396 Reviews) |
From 239$ | |
| Bath Street Inn |
9.0 / 10 (425 Reviews) |
From 259$ | |
| Santa Barbara Inn |
8.7 / 10 (407 Reviews) |
From 234$ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which 4-star hotels in Santa Barbara are best for families?
The Best Western Plus Santa Barbara and the Cheshire Cat Inn offer family-friendly accommodations and amenities. Both hotels provide options like mini-refrigerators and outdoor spaces for children.
If you stay at the Best Western, enjoy the heated pool, which is open year-round, perfect for family fun anytime.
What 4-star hotels near Stearns Wharf are suitable for romantic getaways?
Hotel Virginia and Harbor View Inn are close to Stearns Wharf, offering scenic ocean views and cozy atmospheres ideal for couples. Both hotels feature outdoor lounges and unique dining options.
Book a room at the Harbor View Inn with a balcony for unmatched sunset views over the ocean.
Which 4-star hotels with pools in Santa Barbara are great for leisure?
The Kimpton Canary Hotel and the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort both have beautiful pools surrounded by relaxing amenities. The Kimpton offers a rooftop pool with stunning views.
Visit the rooftop pool at the Kimpton after sunrise for a peaceful swim while the city is still quiet.
Are there 4-star hotels with spas in Santa Barbara?
Montecito Inn and Harbor View Inn feature on-site spas providing a range of relaxing treatments. Guests can enjoy specialized therapies, massages, and wellness treatments.
Schedule a spa appointment early in the morning to enjoy a more tranquil experience before the day begins.
Which boutique-style 4-star hotels in Santa Barbara are unique?
The Kimpton Canary Hotel and Hotel Virginia showcase unique architectural designs and personalized service. Both hotels feature distinctive décor that reflects Santa Barbara's charm.
Participate in the Kimpton's complimentary evening wine hour for a social and relaxing experience with fellow guests.
What 4-star hotels in Santa Barbara offer easy beach access?
Santa Barbara Inn and the Mar Monte Hotel are both within walking distance of East Beach. Guests can enjoy direct beach access for sunbathing and water activities.
Plan your beach visit early before 10 AM to secure the best spots for sunbathing and to avoid parking issues.
Which 4-star hotels in Santa Barbara arenear the urban wine trail?
The Kimpton Canary Hotel and Hotel Virginia are strategically located near Santa Barbara's Urban Wine Trail, ideal for wine enthusiasts. They provide easy access to local wineries and tasting rooms.
Check for local wine tour packages at Kimpton, as many wineries offer group rates for larger parties.
What unique cultural experiences can I find in Santa Barbara?
Santa Barbara offers diverse cultural experiences such as the Santa Barbara Museum of Art and the historic Mission Santa Barbara. Both venues provide insights into the local history and art scene.
Visit the museum on a Thursday, as they often offer extended hours and free admission after 5 PM.
How can families easily get around Santa Barbara?
Families can utilize the MTD (Mass Transit District) buses or rent bikes to explore Santa Barbara efficiently. Many hotels offer complimentary bike rentals for easy access to key attractions.
Rent bikes from your hotel early in the morning to explore the beachfront with fewer crowds and enjoy cooler temperatures.
What are some must-visit restaurants in Santa Barbara?
Santa Barbara features excellent dining options such as the Convivo Restaurant at Santa Barbara Inn and Finch & Fork at the Kimpton Canary Hotel, known for their local and seasonal menus. Both offer delightful culinary experiences.
Make dinner reservations at Finch & Fork for Friday nights, as they feature a special menu highlighting local seafood that is not to be missed.
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