The Funk Zone Travel Guide

Santa Barbara

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Top hotels in The Funk Zone

Hotel Californian
Hotel Californian
5 out of 5
36 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is 24.456.047 ₫ per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
24.456.047 ₫
29.272.973 ₫ total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (892 reviews)
"This was our first visit to the area and our first stay at Hotel Californian. We were very pleased with the overall experience. The hotel offers excellent value, impeccable cleanliness, and attentive service. The property is stylish and well maintained, and the staff made us feel welcome. We look ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025

Hotel Californian
Riviera Beach House
Riviera Beach House
3.5 out of 5
121 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is 7.209.972 ₫ per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
7.209.972 ₫
8.233.428 ₫ total
8 Jul - 9 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Will definitely be staying here next time I visit. It’s very cute and convenient and perfect for travelers who’s main goal is to get out and explore."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Riviera Beach House
Moxy Santa Barbara
Moxy Santa Barbara
3.5 out of 5
12 E Montecito Street, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is 6.649.720 ₫ per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
6.649.720 ₫
7.593.647 ₫ total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (799 reviews)
"Great property, rooms are a little quirky but facility is great overall and the location is perfect."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

Moxy Santa Barbara
The Milo
The Milo
3.5 out of 5
202 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 8.097.212 ₫ per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
8.097.212 ₫
9.246.611 ₫ total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,373 reviews)
"Great customer service & beautiful property"

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025

The Milo
Sandpiper Lodge
Sandpiper Lodge
2 out of 5
3525 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is 2.961.737 ₫ per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
2.961.737 ₫
3.376.380 ₫ total
8 Jul - 9 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,622 reviews)
"Room was newly renovated and spotless"

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025

Sandpiper Lodge
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
3.5 out of 5
4111 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is 6.416.718 ₫ per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
6.416.718 ₫
7.534.446 ₫ total
8 Jul - 9 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Nice hotel"

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around The Funk Zone

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East Beach

4.5/5(18 area reviews)

East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

East Beach
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Lower State

5/5(2 area reviews)

While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Paseo Nuevo Mall.

Lower State
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Santa Barbara Beach

4.5/5(67 area reviews)

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

Santa Barbara Beach
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Waterfront

If you're spending some time in Waterfront, East Beach and Santa Barbara Harbor are top sights worth seeing.

Waterfront
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West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum are top sights worth seeing.

West Beach
Santa Barbara featuring a coastal town

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Paseo Nuevo Mall or Arlington Theater might round out your trip.

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

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