Explore top 2026 4 Star Hotels in Santa Barbara

Name: The Upham Hotel
Price range: $213 total
Rating: 9

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Top Santa Barbara 4 Star hotels

Santa Barbara Inn

901 E Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA

$235 nightly

$268 total

Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026

Total with taxes and fees

This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Enjoy the gym and perks like free WiFi. Valet parking, a terrace, and a lobby fireplace ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)

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Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

633 E Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA

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$170 nightly

$194 total

Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

Total with taxes and fees

A full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and an outdoor pool are all featured at this resort. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center, express ...

7.6/10 Good! (157 reviews)

We always stay at this Hilton when we visit Santa Barbara.

Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025

Montecito Inn

1295 Coast Village Rd Santa Barbara CA

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$230 nightly

$262 total

Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

Total with taxes and fees

This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Families will appreciate the onsite laundry facilities and in-room childcare. There's a ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)

We had a great overnight here. The property has an EXCELLENT location. The hotel is from the 1920’s and they have done an ok job with the upkeep. The pool was heated and clean and the hot tub was wonderful. The beds were big and comfortable. Only issue was that it was a bit noisy in the early AM ...

Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

1111 East Cabrillo Boulevard Santa Barbara CA

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$259 nightly

$296 total

Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

Total with taxes and fees

This hotel features 2 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, ...

7.8/10 Good! (987 reviews)

Room was nice it was a little small, but clean and quaint, we enjoyed the fire pit in the lobby patio and restaurant on site.

Reviewed on Nov 26, 2025

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

31 W Carrillo St Santa Barbara CA

Fully refundable

$323 nightly

$369 total

Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

Total with taxes and fees

This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center, express check-out, and valet ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)

Friendly staff, clean room and pet-friendly

Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025

Casa Riviera

800 Garden St Santa Barbara CA

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$192 nightly

$219 total

Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026

Total with taxes and fees

This aparthotel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. If you want to take your pet along, this pet-friendly property offers ...

9.8/10 Exceptional! (85 reviews)

Location is great. There!s parking but it’s a great walkable neighborhood close to State Street. Cute studio with everything we needed. a terrific value too. We will definitely stay there again!

Reviewed on Dec 11, 2025

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

17 W Haley St Santa Barbara CA

$191 nightly

$218 total

Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

Total with taxes and fees

This hotel features a coffee shop, concierge services, and valet parking. WiFi in public areas is free. A terrace, a snack bar/deli, and express check-out are ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)

Staff was friendly and helpful. Rooms were very clean.

Reviewed on Dec 6, 2025

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

421 South Milpas Street Santa Barbara CA

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$124 nightly

$141 total

Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

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An area shuttle and a shopping center shuttle are available at this motel, along with an outdoor pool. Guests will appreciate free perks like free self parking ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (965 reviews)

Great hotel, super clean and modern. Awesome little kitchen and a fantastic bathroom.

Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

5490 Hollister Ave Santa Barbara CA

$203 nightly

$232 total

Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

Total with taxes and fees

This hotel features an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and a restaurant. Enjoy the hot tub and perks like free WiFi. There's a bar/lounge on site, and a 24-hour ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (203 reviews)

Very nice staff, really cute place,fairly quiet though next to a freeway. we took bikes out to UCSB to go to cute coffee shop in am. Not a lot near the hotel location but not a long drive to get to things.

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025

The Upham Hotel

1404 De La Vina Street Santa Barbara CA

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$187 nightly

$213 total

Dec 23 - Dec 24

Total with taxes and fees

A restaurant, free self parking, and a 24-hour front desk are among this hotel's amenities. WiFi in public areas is free. A terrace, a garden, and a lobby fireplace ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)

Friendly staff and clean room. Walkable to State Street restaurants and shopping.

Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025

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4 Star Hotels Santa Barbara

Looking to live it up on your vacation with a bit of luxury? Or maybe you’ve decided that your boss can afford to put you up at a place of your choice on your next business trip?

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The best part about staying in Santa Barbara 4 star hotels is that you’ll often be close to all the local sights and attractions. Whether you’re visiting the area for the first time or you’re back in town for more fun, a 4 star hotel is going to put you right in the heart of all the action.

Plus, you can rest easy knowing that you’re being well taken care of during your visit. Instead of worrying about where to eat or what to see, your friendly hotel staff will be happy to help you get whatever you need.

The best four star hotels in Santa Barbara will also frequently include access to high-quality fitness centers and pools, so you’ll feel like you’re staying in an exclusive resort rather than a hotel. You won’t have any excuse for not keeping up with your workout routine!

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