Travel Suggestions
Fly Directly into Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
A variety of ground transportation options are available at Santa Barbara Airport conveniently connecting the Airport to surrounding hotels, tourist attractions, businesses, and residencies. These options include rental cars, commercial and courtesy shuttles, taxis, rideshare services, MTD public buses, and the near by Amtrak Train.
You will find pick up and drop off locations for all ground transportation right in front of the Terminal.
Fly Directly into Los Angeles (LAX)
LA is about 95 miles (1.5-hour drive) from SB. LAX Offers more flight times and sometimes at a cheaper rate. If you choose to fly into LAX below are a few options on how to get to SB.
Rent a car
Ride Share (Uber or Lyft)
Amtrak - Reservations - Select Train - prices vary but typically it's about $ 60 round trip per person.
Santa Barbara to LAX - LAX Shuttle Bus Schedule & Fares - Typically $120 round trip if pre-booked per person. This will pick you up at the airport.
Santa Barbara Bus Stop, Santa Barbara, CA | Greyhound bus stop
Accommodation Suggestions
The Milo
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Discover the enduring allure of The Milo Hotel, a captivating Santa Barbara beachfront hotel where relaxation meets art and culture. Nestled just steps away from State Street and West Beach, our hacienda-style retreat offers 121 rooms spread across six buildings, promising a laid-back California oasis for your stay.
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Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Located just across from East Beach and one mile from the Funk Zone district, Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort is the ideal place to stay to experience Santa Barbara. Enjoy our 24-acre beachfront resort with tree-lined pool and tennis courts, on-site wine tastings, salon and spa, and much more.
Average Price Per Night: $554
Marriott Courtyard Santa Barbara
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Marriott Courtyard Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Downtown: walk to dozens of restaurants, theater, museums, and local attractions. 15 minutes from Santa Barbara Airport (SBA), 10 minutes to area beaches, the Harbor and Sterns Warf, 5 minutes to the Old Mission and magnificent rose garden.
Average Price Per Night: $427
Santa Barbara Inn
Moxy Hotel Santa Barbara
Marriott Courtyard Santa Barbara
Framed by deep, red terra cotta roofs, luminous white stucco, gracefully arched windows and a duo of handcrafted tile domes, the Santa Barbara Inn perfectly embodies the spirit and architecture of its Santa Barbara. Our newly re-imagined Spanish Mediterranean boutique merges classic elegance and coastal luxury with 70 beautifully appoint
Framed by deep, red terra cotta roofs, luminous white stucco, gracefully arched windows and a duo of handcrafted tile domes, the Santa Barbara Inn perfectly embodies the spirit and architecture of its Santa Barbara. Our newly re-imagined Spanish Mediterranean boutique merges classic elegance and coastal luxury with 70 beautifully appointed rooms and suites and dramatic ocean views.
Average Price Per Night: $495
Mar Monte Hotel
Moxy Hotel Santa Barbara
Moxy Hotel Santa Barbara
Discover Mar Monte Hotel, a stylish oceanfront hotel in Santa Barbara, where coastal beauty meets timeless sophistication. Located on Cabrillo Boulevard and across from East Beach, the Mar Monte Hotel sits tucked between the Santa Ynez Mountains and the Pacific Ocean. Our hotel offers breathtaking views and easy access to downtown Santa
Discover Mar Monte Hotel, a stylish oceanfront hotel in Santa Barbara, where coastal beauty meets timeless sophistication. Located on Cabrillo Boulevard and across from East Beach, the Mar Monte Hotel sits tucked between the Santa Ynez Mountains and the Pacific Ocean. Our hotel offers breathtaking views and easy access to downtown Santa Barbara, the Funk Zone, and pristine beaches
Average Price Per Night: $409
Moxy Hotel Santa Barbara
Moxy Hotel Santa Barbara
Moxy Hotel Santa Barbara
This Santa Barbara hotel is near the beach district of Santa Barbara and just near Reagan Ranch Center. Perfect for those who seek new knowledge, Westmont College is 4.3 km from the Moxy Santa Barbara. The accommodation is also a short way from Moreton Bay.
Average Price Per Night: $419
Airbnb / Vrbo
Airbnb / Vrbo
Airbnb / Vrbo
This is also an option if you are looking to accommodate a larger group of people. Montecito is a good area to consider and is nearby.