Best Hotels for Kids Santa Barbara
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Popular choice
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Beach access
Beachside Inn
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Heated swimming pool
- Children's play area
Located approximately a 5-minute walk from the Plaza del Mar Band Shell, the 3-star Beachside Inn Santa Barbara offers 69 rooms with views of the park. In the vicinity of the Santa Barbara Harbor, centrally located in West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers, the hotel features a sunbathing terrace, various recreational opportunities, and a play area.
Toma Restaurant & Bar offers a selection of contemporary delicacies and lies just a few steps from the Beachside Inn.
Beachside Inn
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Heated swimming pool
- Children's play area
Beachside Inn
Located approximately a 5-minute walk from the Plaza del Mar Band Shell, the 3-star Beachside Inn Santa Barbara offers 69 rooms with views of the park. In the vicinity of the Santa Barbara Harbor, centrally located in West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers, the hotel features a sunbathing terrace, various recreational opportunities, and a play area.
Toma Restaurant & Bar offers a selection of contemporary delicacies and lies just a few steps from the Beachside Inn.
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Beach access
Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Children's buffet
Situated only 6 minutes' walk from the Pershing Park, the lovely Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach Santa Barbara offers a vending machine and complimentary newspapers. Featuring a heated swimming pool, the 3-star smoke-free hotel is 2.1 km from natural sights like the tranquil 2-block Alameda Park.
Rudy's Mexican Restaurant serves various kinds of Mexican dishes 200 m from Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach.
Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Children's buffet
Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach
Situated only 6 minutes' walk from the Pershing Park, the lovely Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach Santa Barbara offers a vending machine and complimentary newspapers. Featuring a heated swimming pool, the 3-star smoke-free hotel is 2.1 km from natural sights like the tranquil 2-block Alameda Park.
Rudy's Mexican Restaurant serves various kinds of Mexican dishes 200 m from Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach.
Inn By The Harbor
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Family rooms
The charming Inn By The Harbor Santa Barbara offers 42 unique rooms, approximately 5 minutes' walk from Carriage and Western Art Nonprofit Museum. Featuring a sundeck, spa therapy, and a courtyard, the 3-star smoke-free hotel is a short way from the sand Leadbetter Beach.
Toma Restaurant & Bar is situated in proximity to Inn By The Harbor.
Inn By The Harbor
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Family rooms
Inn By The Harbor
The charming Inn By The Harbor Santa Barbara offers 42 unique rooms, approximately 5 minutes' walk from Carriage and Western Art Nonprofit Museum. Featuring a sundeck, spa therapy, and a courtyard, the 3-star smoke-free hotel is a short way from the sand Leadbetter Beach.
Toma Restaurant & Bar is situated in proximity to Inn By The Harbor.
Best Luxury Family Hotels Santa Barbara
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Beach access
The Milo
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Golf centre
- Babysitting/Child services
Offering air-conditioned rooms, the 4-star The Milo Hotel Santa Barbara is a stone's throw from the Ambassador Park. With views of the ocean, this hotel is situated 2.5 km from the lush Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden and offers a sun deck, a picnic area, and a golf course.
The Milo Hotel is just 250 metres from Toma Restaurant & Bar and serves delectable meals.
The Milo
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Golf centre
- Babysitting/Child services
The Milo
Offering air-conditioned rooms, the 4-star The Milo Hotel Santa Barbara is a stone's throw from the Ambassador Park. With views of the ocean, this hotel is situated 2.5 km from the lush Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden and offers a sun deck, a picnic area, and a golf course.
The Milo Hotel is just 250 metres from Toma Restaurant & Bar and serves delectable meals.
The Upham Hotel
- Restaurant
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Terrace
- Family rooms
Located around 5 minutes' walk from Spirit of the Ocean Fountain, the charming The Upham Hotel Santa Barbara gives easy access to various tourist attractions. Active travellers will appreciate whale watching arranged at the 3-star smoke-free hotel.
Choose from an unlimited choice of American dishes at Louie's which is only a few steps from the Upham.
The Upham Hotel
- Restaurant
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Terrace
- Family rooms
The Upham Hotel
Located around 5 minutes' walk from Spirit of the Ocean Fountain, the charming The Upham Hotel Santa Barbara gives easy access to various tourist attractions. Active travellers will appreciate whale watching arranged at the 3-star smoke-free hotel.
Choose from an unlimited choice of American dishes at Louie's which is only a few steps from the Upham.
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Beach access
Lavender Inn By The Sea
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Family rooms
The smoke-free Lavender Inn By The Sea Santa Barbara, located just 600 metres from the Moreton Bay Fig Tree and around a 25-minute walk from Granada Theatre, features a heated pool for guests to take a dip in. 2.3 km from the lush Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden, the 3-star inn offers air-conditioned rooms plus a fitness centre.
Toma Restaurant & Bar is adjacent to Lavender Inn By The Sea, 400 metres away.
Lavender Inn By The Sea
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Family rooms
Lavender Inn By The Sea
The smoke-free Lavender Inn By The Sea Santa Barbara, located just 600 metres from the Moreton Bay Fig Tree and around a 25-minute walk from Granada Theatre, features a heated pool for guests to take a dip in. 2.3 km from the lush Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden, the 3-star inn offers air-conditioned rooms plus a fitness centre.
Toma Restaurant & Bar is adjacent to Lavender Inn By The Sea, 400 metres away.
5 Star Family Hotels Santa Barbara
Secret Garden Inn & Cottages
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Spa centre
- Children's menu
Overlooking the city, the 2-star Secret Garden Inn & Cottages Santa Barbara is 2.3 km from the Rocky Nook Park. The inn provides a safe deposit box to ensure guests' safety.
Cajun Kitchen Cafe offers a selection of dishes only steps away from the Secret Garden Inn & Cottages.
Secret Garden Inn & Cottages
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Spa centre
- Children's menu
Secret Garden Inn & Cottages
Overlooking the city, the 2-star Secret Garden Inn & Cottages Santa Barbara is 2.3 km from the Rocky Nook Park. The inn provides a safe deposit box to ensure guests' safety.
Cajun Kitchen Cafe offers a selection of dishes only steps away from the Secret Garden Inn & Cottages.
El Encanto Santa Barbara
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Babysitting/Child services
Standing merely a 5-minute walk from San Marcos Building Courtyard, El Encanto Santa Barbara hotel offers a heated swimming pool. This hotel features Wi-Fi in the rooms and private parking on site.
Guests may find the restaurant The Dining Room and Terrace 5 minutes' walk away.
El Encanto Santa Barbara
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Babysitting/Child services
El Encanto Santa Barbara
Standing merely a 5-minute walk from San Marcos Building Courtyard, El Encanto Santa Barbara hotel offers a heated swimming pool. This hotel features Wi-Fi in the rooms and private parking on site.
Guests may find the restaurant The Dining Room and Terrace 5 minutes' walk away.
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Top location
De La Vina Inn
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Golf course
- Sun terrace
- Family rooms
The comfortable De La Vina Inn Santa Barbara enjoys a convenient location in the centre of Santa Barbara, 700 metres from a popular place of worship such as the Trinity Episcopal Church. With views of the garden, this 3-star hotel is situated 2.6 km from the Earl Warren Show Grounds and offers a sunbathing terrace, a picnic area, and a golf course.
Santa Barbara Public Market is located next to the La Vina Inn and serves Mediterranean dishes, within a 300-metre distance of the property.
De La Vina Inn
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Golf course
- Sun terrace
- Family rooms
De La Vina Inn
The comfortable De La Vina Inn Santa Barbara enjoys a convenient location in the centre of Santa Barbara, 700 metres from a popular place of worship such as the Trinity Episcopal Church. With views of the garden, this 3-star hotel is situated 2.6 km from the Earl Warren Show Grounds and offers a sunbathing terrace, a picnic area, and a golf course.
Santa Barbara Public Market is located next to the La Vina Inn and serves Mediterranean dishes, within a 300-metre distance of the property.
Cheap Family Hotels Santa Barbara
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Just opened
Courtyard By Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
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Car park
US$ 30 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Heated swimming pool
- Family rooms
Located 2.8 km from the Stearns Wharf, the 3-star Courtyard By Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown Hotel is a mere 5 minutes' walk from the Trinity Episcopal Church. Featuring 54 rooms with views of the city, the hotel is only 1.8 km from the Old Mission Santa Barbara.
There is a pool bar on site. Located just around the corner from this property, the restaurant Cantwell's Market & Deli offers a Delhi menu.
Courtyard By Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
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Car park
US$ 30 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Heated swimming pool
- Family rooms
Courtyard By Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
Located 2.8 km from the Stearns Wharf, the 3-star Courtyard By Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown Hotel is a mere 5 minutes' walk from the Trinity Episcopal Church. Featuring 54 rooms with views of the city, the hotel is only 1.8 km from the Old Mission Santa Barbara.
There is a pool bar on site. Located just around the corner from this property, the restaurant Cantwell's Market & Deli offers a Delhi menu.
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Great deal
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Private beach
Palmoro House
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Children's menu
The wonderful 3-star Palmoro House Hotel Santa Barbara is located about a 5-minute stroll from Dwight Murphy Field, offering 24 rooms, Wi-Fi, and street parking. Boasting a heated pool, the smoke-free hotel is nestled 2.5 km from natural attractions like the El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park.
Guests, searching for local food are welcome to Lido restaurant, but those, who prefer Italian dishes, can opt for costa Kitchen restaurant. Also, Palmoro House Hotel features a pool bar.
Palmoro House
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Children's menu
Palmoro House
The wonderful 3-star Palmoro House Hotel Santa Barbara is located about a 5-minute stroll from Dwight Murphy Field, offering 24 rooms, Wi-Fi, and street parking. Boasting a heated pool, the smoke-free hotel is nestled 2.5 km from natural attractions like the El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park.
Guests, searching for local food are welcome to Lido restaurant, but those, who prefer Italian dishes, can opt for costa Kitchen restaurant. Also, Palmoro House Hotel features a pool bar.
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Beach access
Mar Monte Hotel, In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Children's menu
Boasting a hot tub and a shared lounge, Mar Monte Hotel, In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt Santa Barbara is located merely a 5-minute walk from the Santa Barbara Zoo. Featuring 178 rooms with views of the mountain, the hotel is in the vicinity of the Santa Barbara Art Glass.
Mar Monte Hotel, In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt features a lounge bar and Lido restaurant serving Mediterranean cuisine. Offering ocean views, an American-style restaurant is located onsite. The bar serves refreshing drinks and pampers guests with poolside views.
Mar Monte Hotel, In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Children's menu
Mar Monte Hotel, In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt
Boasting a hot tub and a shared lounge, Mar Monte Hotel, In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt Santa Barbara is located merely a 5-minute walk from the Santa Barbara Zoo. Featuring 178 rooms with views of the mountain, the hotel is in the vicinity of the Santa Barbara Art Glass.
Mar Monte Hotel, In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt features a lounge bar and Lido restaurant serving Mediterranean cuisine. Offering ocean views, an American-style restaurant is located onsite. The bar serves refreshing drinks and pampers guests with poolside views.
Santa Barbara All Inclusive Hotels for Families
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Beach access
Villa Rosa Inn
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Flat-screen TV
- Spa & wellness centre
- Babysitting/Child services
Located 6 minutes' walk from the MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, the 4-star Villa Rosa Inn Santa Barbara includes 29 rooms with views of the mountain. Guests will enjoy a private garden or an outdoor swimming pool with a hot tub.
Guests can try American dishes at Sambo's Restaurant located a stone's throw from Villa Rosa Inn.
Villa Rosa Inn
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Flat-screen TV
- Spa & wellness centre
- Babysitting/Child services
Villa Rosa Inn
Located 6 minutes' walk from the MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, the 4-star Villa Rosa Inn Santa Barbara includes 29 rooms with views of the mountain. Guests will enjoy a private garden or an outdoor swimming pool with a hot tub.
Guests can try American dishes at Sambo's Restaurant located a stone's throw from Villa Rosa Inn.
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Eco-friendly stay
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Beach access
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Children's menu
Located around 5 minutes' walk from Chromatic Gate, the upscale Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort offers 348 rooms with views of the mountain. With a location in proximity to the Santa Barbara Zoo, the 4-star fully serviced resort also features 2 outdoor tennis courts and three tennis courts.
This Santa Barbara hotel residents can enjoy themselves in Set restaurant which serves American dishes. Guests can dine at the onsite American-style restaurant and also admire ocean views. Guests can relax and have a snack in the poolside bar.
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Children's menu
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Located around 5 minutes' walk from Chromatic Gate, the upscale Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort offers 348 rooms with views of the mountain. With a location in proximity to the Santa Barbara Zoo, the 4-star fully serviced resort also features 2 outdoor tennis courts and three tennis courts.
This Santa Barbara hotel residents can enjoy themselves in Set restaurant which serves American dishes. Guests can dine at the onsite American-style restaurant and also admire ocean views. Guests can relax and have a snack in the poolside bar.
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Eco-friendly stay
The Hadsten Solvang, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Children's menu
The 4-star The Hadsten Solvang, Tapestry Collection By Hilton hotel offers air-conditioned rooms 30 m from Santa Ynez River. The inn features both Wi-Fi in public areas and parking on site.
The Hadsten Solvang, Tapestry Collection By Hilton hotel has an American-style restaurant, serving American menu. Guests are welcome to a lounge bar on site. Located 300 metres from the hotel, the restaurant Solvang Brewing Company offers an American menu.
The Hadsten Solvang, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Children's menu
The Hadsten Solvang, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
The 4-star The Hadsten Solvang, Tapestry Collection By Hilton hotel offers air-conditioned rooms 30 m from Santa Ynez River. The inn features both Wi-Fi in public areas and parking on site.
The Hadsten Solvang, Tapestry Collection By Hilton hotel has an American-style restaurant, serving American menu. Guests are welcome to a lounge bar on site. Located 300 metres from the hotel, the restaurant Solvang Brewing Company offers an American menu.
Family Hotels In Downtown Santa Barbara
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Guest favorite
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Beach access
Pea Soup Andersen'S Inn
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Family rooms
The 2-star Pea Soup Andersen'S Inn Buellton offers spa therapy, a picnic area, and various recreational opportunities and sits just a 5-minute walk from the Mendenhall's Museum. Featuring 88 rooms with views of the pool, this charming hotel is 4.8 km from the Hans Christian Andersen Park.
Pea Soup Andersen's is only a few steps from the Pea Soup Andersen'S Inn Buellton.
Pea Soup Andersen'S Inn
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Family rooms
Pea Soup Andersen'S Inn
The 2-star Pea Soup Andersen'S Inn Buellton offers spa therapy, a picnic area, and various recreational opportunities and sits just a 5-minute walk from the Mendenhall's Museum. Featuring 88 rooms with views of the pool, this charming hotel is 4.8 km from the Hans Christian Andersen Park.
Pea Soup Andersen's is only a few steps from the Pea Soup Andersen'S Inn Buellton.
The Old Bear Bnb
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Leisure/ TV room
- Heating
- Live entertainment
- Family rooms
Located only 600 metres from the My Favorite Things, the 3-star The Old Bear Bnb Pine Mountain Club hotel boasts 9 holes of golf. The bed & breakfast features Wi-Fi in public areas.
La Lena Mexican Restaurant serves a good range of Mexican food and lies in close proximity to the Old Bear Bnb.
The Old Bear Bnb
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Leisure/ TV room
- Heating
- Live entertainment
- Family rooms
The Old Bear Bnb
Located only 600 metres from the My Favorite Things, the 3-star The Old Bear Bnb Pine Mountain Club hotel boasts 9 holes of golf. The bed & breakfast features Wi-Fi in public areas.
La Lena Mexican Restaurant serves a good range of Mexican food and lies in close proximity to the Old Bear Bnb.
Cuyama Buckhorn
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Children's play area
Cuyama Buckhorn Hotel New Cuyama includes 18 rooms overlooking the city.
Serving American dishes, Cuyama Buckhorn lies just near this comfortable hotel.
Cuyama Buckhorn
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Children's play area
Cuyama Buckhorn
Cuyama Buckhorn Hotel New Cuyama includes 18 rooms overlooking the city.
Serving American dishes, Cuyama Buckhorn lies just near this comfortable hotel.
Hotels For Kids Santa Barbara
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Best-rated
Circle Bar B Guest Ranch
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Billiard tables
- Children's buffet
Offering a sun deck and a shared lounge, and views of the mountain, Circle Bar B Guest Ranch Hotel Capitan is located 10 minutes by car from the Arroyo Hondo Preserve. This elegant hotel features Wi-Fi in the rooms and private car parking on site.
Circle Bar B Guest Ranch
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Billiard tables
- Children's buffet
Circle Bar B Guest Ranch
Offering a sun deck and a shared lounge, and views of the mountain, Circle Bar B Guest Ranch Hotel Capitan is located 10 minutes by car from the Arroyo Hondo Preserve. This elegant hotel features Wi-Fi in the rooms and private car parking on site.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Family Hotels in Santa Barbara, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Beachside Inn |
8.3 / 10 (2425 Reviews) |
From 89$ | |
| Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach |
8.9 / 10 (488 Reviews) |
From 170$ | |
| Inn By The Harbor |
8.7 / 10 (697 Reviews) |
From 149$ | |
| The Milo |
8.4 / 10 (1596 Reviews) |
From 167$ | |
| The Upham Hotel |
8.5 / 10 (254 Reviews) |
From 198$ |
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