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 26.631.409 ₫ per night from 11 Jul to 12 Jul
26.631.409 ₫
31.754.610 ₫ total
11 Jul - 12 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! (890 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 6.196.967 ₫ per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
6.196.967 ₫
7.076.536 ₫ total
7 Jul - 8 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! (1,002 reviews)
"Great staff and easy check in/check out process. A bit of construction going on so can be a little more noisy after 9a but didn’t phase me since that’s normal business hours. Wonderful stay and the front area is cozy + this hotel is close to so much!"

Reviewed on 22 Jun 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 7.029.239 ₫ per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
7.029.239 ₫
8.027.040 ₫ total
6 Jul - 7 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! (798 reviews)
"Great cool boutique hotel. Very clean. It is next to the freeway but I found the cars passing soothing."

Reviewed on 19 May 2025

Moxy Santa Barbara
Beachside Inn
Beachside Inn
3 out of 5
336 W. Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 6.240.083 ₫ per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
6.240.083 ₫
7.126.185 ₫ total
30 Jun - 1 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Property is very close to the water and pier but property is outdated, hazardous. Needs railing/ada accommodations."

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2025

Beachside Inn
Hotel Santa Barbara
Hotel Santa Barbara
3 out of 5
533 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 6.938.957 ₫ per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
6.938.957 ₫
7.989.515 ₫ total
30 Jun - 1 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Location was 10/10. Room was very spacious, clean, very comfortable. Super friendly staff. Already planning to go back and stay more nights!"

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

Hotel Santa Barbara
Sandpiper Lodge
Sandpiper Lodge
2 out of 5
3525 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 3.109.589 ₫ per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
3.109.589 ₫
3.544.931 ₫ total
30 Jun - 1 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! (1,583 reviews)
"For the price this place is perfect. Great staff, clean and comfortable rooms rooms, nice pool area and good continental breakfast. Will definitely stay again next time I need to stay in Santa Barbara overnight."

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2025

Sandpiper Lodge
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 Reagan Ranch Center.

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 Lobero Theater or Arlington Theater might round out your trip.

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

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