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Top Santa Barbara Beach 5 Star hotels

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

5 out of 5
8301 Hollister Avenue Goleta CA
$627 nightly
The price is $717 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$717 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
This luxury resort features a private beach, a full-service spa, and 5 restaurants. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas, express ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"The property is in need of a power washing! And in my opinion, there should be cleaning staff that combs the property for trash and towels that were strewn about, and room service trays left in the hallways. It was really crowded and there were a lot of families, but to me that is no excuse for such ..."

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2026

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Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian

5 out of 5
36 State Street Santa Barbara CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$464 nightly
The price is $530 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$530 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
A full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and an outdoor pool are all featured at this luxury hotel. Families will appreciate the free kid's club and onsite laundry ...
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El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara

5 out of 5
800 Alvarado Place Santa Barbara CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$659 nightly
The price is $752 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$752 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
A full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and an outdoor pool are all featured at this smoke-free hotel. Families will appreciate the picnic area, kid-friendly dining, ...
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Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach

5 out of 5
1759 South Jameson Lane, Montecito Santa Barbara CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$1,677 nightly
The price is $1,949 total per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
$1,949 total
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Total with taxes and fees
A full-service spa, 4 restaurants, and 2 outdoor pools are all featured at this smoke-free hotel. Enjoy beachfront dining and relax with sun loungers and beach ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (332 reviews)
"I could not sleep all night lots of noise dont know what caused it on top of that staff was so bad bell man took my clothes and when it was time to put things in the car they put my bags in the car but left my clothes with hanger in the back and never gave to us. we got home nearly 4hrs later far ..."

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2026

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Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn

5 out of 5
121 East Arrellaga Street Santa Barbara CA
$438 nightly
The price is $501 total per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
$501 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Total with taxes and fees
This bed & breakfast features a terrace, concierge services, and free self parking. Enjoy the free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning. A garden, a lobby ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (730 reviews)
"Our stay was a fairy tale. We only stayed one night but it was a welcome respite. I was transported to England. A beautiful garden with soothing fountains and a quaint garden and delicious. Frank, Hailey and Dana greeted us like old friends. Top notch hospitality. One of the best places. We will ..."

Reviewed on Jul 25, 2026

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Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara

Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara

5 out of 5
1260 Channel Dr Santa Barbara CA
A full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and 2 outdoor pools are all featured at this luxury hotel. There's fun for all ages with a free kid's club and mini golf, ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (656 reviews)
"we had an unfortunate experience with insects. property was neautiful as usual and staff was very acomodating."

Reviewed on Mar 19, 2020

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