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Top Santa Barbara 4 Star hotels

Santa Barbara Inn
"We had such a great stay at the SBI. The property is beautiful, our room was a great size and very very nice, and the staff was incredibly kind and helpful. Couldn’t recommend more for your stay in Santa Barbara."
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026

The Milo
"Staff was excellent"
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
"We will be back. Great service."
Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

The Upham Hotel
"Nice hotel right in the middle of town. Easy to walk everywhere."
Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
"Overall, we liked the hotel — it’s beautiful, and our room was big and comfortable. Some of the staff were fantastic, especially the maintenance guy who helped with the fire pit and the bartender on Friday night. The pool bartenders, though, weren’t very attentive, and the drinks were pricey. The ..."
Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

Montecito Inn
"Perfect location; walkable to dining and shopping and ocean. I enjoyed the pool/jacuzzi and the exercise room. Nice bar with jazz in the evening. I also appreciated the beverages in the lobby and continental breakfast. Beautiful and well maintained."
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
"Incredible front desk staff and very thoughtful amenities! Ben was so lovely and upgraded my room. Bed was super comfy, and the hotel is very dog friendly. Can't wait to come back! Tea selection in the morning could be better, but other than that, great!"
Reviewed on Jun 17, 2026

Casa Riviera
"The property was wonderful. The only thing I didn’t like was the check in process. There isn’t a lobby or check in desk. You must call a number that I happened to find on my reservation confirmation email. Once I was able to speak to a live person, the remainder of the process was simple."
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
"Clean, well located."
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026

Palihouse Santa Barbara
"This is a beautiful property. I wish we had more time to enjoy the amenities. Our room was incredibly spacious and well appointed."
Reviewed on Jun 16, 2026
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?
Come on, you deserve it!
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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Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
"Clean room, hotel is super modern and staff are very friendly and helpful! Highly recommend this place for anyone especially families. The breakfast is excellent!"
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