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Santa Barbara Hotel Guide. Hotels in The Funk Zone, Santa Barbara, United States of America

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Top Trending Hotels Near The Funk Zone, Santa Barbara

Sandpiper Lodge

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1669)
"It’s a nice and affordable place to stay in Santa Barbara"
The price is €137
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Sandpiper Lodge

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Good location, helpful staff, clean room. "
The price is €245
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (164)
"Beautiful hotel. Clean and lovely pool and patio areas. Lots of staff they are doing a great job taking care of everyone. "
The price is €289
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Riviera Beach House

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Great location"
The price is €292
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Riviera Beach House

Hotel Californian

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (893)
"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 forward to returning."
The price is €889
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Hotel Californian

Moxy Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (802)
The price is €259
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Moxy Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1174)
"Great hotel"
The price is €142
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (183)
"Really nice rooms and the staff was friendly. "
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1166)
"Located close to breakfast places, parking easy staff friendly"
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Friendly staff and easy check in"
The price is €151
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1036)
The price is €80
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

The Presidio

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (721)
"Quiet and cozy place"
The price is €166
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
The Presidio

Inn on Summer Hill

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (321)
"Wonderful place staff was great will definitely stay again. Just a few minutes from Santa Barbara. "
The price is €293
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Inn on Summer Hill

The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1015)
"Location was great and room was clean. "
The Franciscan Hotel

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"It’s a wonderful getaway with the most beautiful ocean views. "
The price is €191
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"This is a lovely, discreet hotel. Location is excellent and staff are welcoming and accommodating. I’ve stayed here before and will continue to do so as you get your money’s worth. "
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1029)
"Fantastic motel, great location and extremly friendly staff. "
The price is €159
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Marina Beach Motel

3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1004)
"Staff was amazing and wonderful location"
The price is €275
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Marina Beach Motel

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1008)
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Check in was quick and easy, really nice staff"
The price is €254
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
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Where to stay in The Funk Zone

Find the best The Funk Zone areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Montecito map

Montecito

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.

Santa Barbara Beach map

Santa Barbara Beach

5 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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.

Downtown Santa Barbara map

Downtown Santa Barbara

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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

East Beach map

East Beach

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

West Beach map

West Beach

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

Top The Funk Zone Hotel Reviews

Frequently asked questions

What is The Funk Zone like?

The Funk Zone is a neighbourhood that people enjoy for its beautiful beaches. Make sure that you visit MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Art Foundry as part of your The Funk Zone travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in The Funk Zone?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Hotel Californian is the highest ranked property in The Funk Zone. This hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Santa Barbara Harbor, and it offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Moxy Santa Barbara and Riviera Beach House.

How many hotels should I expect to find in the The Funk Zone area?

Book one of Expedia's 5 hotels and other accommodation options in The Funk Zone and start exploring everything Santa Barbara has to offer.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in The Funk Zone, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available in The Funk Zone.

What is there to do around this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?

A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in The Funk Zone are MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Art Foundry. When you're sightseeing in Santa Barbara, Stearns Wharf and Reagan Ranch Center are also worth a stop.