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Top 10 Hotels in The Funk Zone

Hotel Californian
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Hotel Californian

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (891)
"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 S$1,425
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Hotel Californian
Moxy Santa Barbara
Bar (on property)

Moxy Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (800)
"Nice staff very good location clean rooms"
The price is S$370
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Moxy Santa Barbara
Riviera Beach House
Sun deck

Riviera Beach House

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Great location"
The price is S$401
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Riviera Beach House
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1236)
"Beautiful place to stay"
The price is S$452
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Outdoor pool

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 S$264
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 9 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1007)
"My favorite place to stay when visiting Santa Barbara."
The price is S$276
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Lobby lounge

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (321)
"It was a great place to stay. The staff was amazing! We can't wait to stay there again. "
The price is S$334
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Hotel Santa Barbara
Front of property

Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"great stay"
The price is S$393
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Hotel Santa Barbara
Inn By The Harbor
Front of property – evening/night

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1621)
"Close to a lot of places and restaurants "
The price is S$378
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Inn By The Harbor
Palihouse Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Palihouse Santa Barbara

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (318)
" Great hotel with an even greater staff. "
The price is S$938
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Palihouse Santa Barbara
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (355)
"Overall great experience, great location and the hospitality was amazing "
The price is S$435
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Property amenity

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1143)
"Great hotel"
The price is S$223
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Front of property

Lavender Inn by the Sea

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1231)
"Beautiful quiet and centrally located "
The price is S$392
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Reception

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (863)
"Love this place and would stay again!"
The price is S$331
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Sandpiper Lodge
Lobby sitting area

Sandpiper Lodge

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1624)
"It’s a nice and affordable place to stay in Santa Barbara"
The price is S$164
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Sandpiper Lodge
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
Balcony view

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Beautiful hotel with great staff and close to everything"
The price is S$315
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
La Playa Inn
Front of property – evening/night

La Playa Inn

2.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Great property!"
The price is S$381
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
La Playa Inn
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1754)
"Nice location, clean, good beds, good coffee"
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Simpson House Inn
Garden

Simpson House Inn

5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (656)
"The property was beautiful and hope to return someday soon!"
The price is S$464
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Simpson House Inn
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Courtyard

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Great location "
The price is S$269
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
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Where to stay in The Funk Zone

Find the best The Funk Zone areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about The Funk Zone
Learn more about The Funk Zone
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.

Santa Barbara which includes a coastal town
Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair
Open Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair
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 Lobero Theater or Presidio Santa Barbara 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.

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 6-minute walk from Stearns Wharf, 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.