What is North State like?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Santa Barbara's North State neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Upper State Street and Santa Barbara Golf Club as part of your North State travel plans.

What's a favourite place to stay in North State?

Based on our traveller data, Lemon Tree Inn is one of the top choices for your stay in North State. This hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good options for your stay in the area include Sandpiper Lodge and Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara .

How many hotels can I expect to find in North State?

When you want to find places to stay in Santa Barbara, start by booking one of Expedia's 9 hotels and other accommodation options in North State.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in North State, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available in North State.

What are the top things to see and do in North State?

If you're looking forward to a day of shopping in North State, consider Upper State Street or La Cumbre Plaza, and pick out the perfect souvenir. A visit to Santa Barbara Golf Club is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. Earl Warren Showgrounds, Jesusita Trail and Emmons Arts Center are just a few of the places to visit in and around North State. Santa Barbara Natural History Museum and Mission Santa Barbara are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara.

Top 10 North State Hotels of 2026

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Our top choices for North State hotels

A spacious living room with a round wooden coffee table, two blue armchairs, and a patterned armchair.

1. Sandpiper Lodge

North State

Greg

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A VAGABOND INN sign, a building with a balcony, and palm trees.

2. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

North State

chris

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A gated entrance with an arch covered in greenery, a tiled pathway, and a building with a balcony.

3. FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

North State

Samantha

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a courtyard surrounded by palm trees and greenery, featuring a well-lit entrance and multiple balconies.

4. Lemon Tree Inn

North State

GREG

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a coffee machine, and a shower area.

5. Town and Country Inn

North State

Dung

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden floor, a desk with a chair, and a door leading to a bathroom.

6. Rose Garden Inn

North State

Maketa

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A bright kitchen with large windows, wicker furniture, and a wooden countertop.

7. The Upham Hotel

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, 3.5 km from North State

Rana

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A patio area with a table and chairs, surrounded by vibrant flowers and a pool.

8. Oasis Inn & Suites

0.7 km from North State

Dipesh

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor patio area with stone walls, a fire pit, and seating arrangements.

9. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

1.6 km from North State

Robert

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A large, modern interior space with geometric ceiling design and large letters spelling "agov" on the wall.

10. Agave Inn

0.9 km from North State

Christine

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A balcony with a wooden railing overlooking a street with palm trees and parked cars.

11. Solei House

0.5 km from North State

SIMON C

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A restaurant with wooden floors, wicker chairs, and hanging plants.

12. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Oak Park, 2.2 km from North State

Aiping

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A building entrance with a tiled floor, an arched doorway, and large potted plants.

13. Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel

Oak Park, 2.8 km from North State

Rich

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A serene pond surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees, with a building in the background.

14. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

4.1 km from North State

Wayne

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern living room with a white desk, a computer, a sofa, and a fireplace.

15. Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Santa Barbara Beach, 5.2 km from North State

Channah

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand.

16. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

West Beach, 5.4 km from North State

Steven

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a window.

17. The Presidio

3.3 km from North State

Bonnie

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A modern hotel with a sign reading "Orange Tree Inn" and a number "1920" on the facade.

18. Orange Tree Inn

Upper East, 2.9 km from North State

David

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern living room with two grey sofas, a small woven stool, and a large wall clock.

19. Beachside Inn

West Beach, 5.6 km from North State

Simon

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A two-story building with a balcony, palm trees, and a sign that reads "Castillo Inn."

20. Castillo Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 5.6 km from North State

Eli James

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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Compare popular hotels in North State

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Sandpiper Lodge	2.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 2,705 reviews	View
FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott	3.0 star property	8.4 Very good 1,239 reviews	View
Lemon Tree Inn	3.5 star property	8.4 Very good 1,425 reviews	View
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara	2.0 star property	7.8 Good 1,014 reviews	View
Town and Country Inn	2.5 star property	7.8 Good 1,012 reviews	View

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