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Nov 08, 2025 - Nov 09, 2025
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Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara

9.2 / 10

(103 Reviews)

From 645$
San Ysidro Ranch Hotel

8.7 / 10

(13 Reviews)

From 2845$
Simpson House Inn

9.4 / 10

(185 Reviews)

From 439$
Hotel Californian

8.5 / 10

(200 Reviews)

From 619$
El Encanto Santa Barbara

9.1 / 10

(108 Reviews)

From 1034$

Santa Barbara, renowned for its stunning coastal beauty and Mediterranean flair, boasts a remarkable selection of five-star hotels that provide exceptional luxury and comfort. These opulent accommodations offer outstanding amenities, faultless service, and breathtaking views, ensuring that every guest has an unforgettable stay. From elegant beachfront resorts to sophisticated boutique hotels, Santa Barbara's 5-star hospitality caters to diverse preferences while highlighting the region's charm and allure.

Best Five Star Hotels in Santa Barbara

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1. Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara

2. San Ysidro Ranch Hotel

3. Simpson House Inn

4. Hotel Californian

5. El Encanto Santa Barbara

6. Rosewood Miramar Beach

7. The Ritz-Carlton Bacara Santa Barbara Hotel

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Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara

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The business Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara is set within 4.5 km to MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation. WiFi is available throughout the venue as well as a spa centre, an outdoor swimming pool and a casino are available on site.

This accommodation is in a 10-minute walk from the Scenic Butterfly Sandy Beach. The hotel is located next to surfing beach. Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara is a short ride from Casa del Herrero.

📍 Address: 1260 Channel Dr
✔️ Rating: Excellent 9.2 (103 Reviews)
🔑 Rooms: 207
🏷️ Price: From 645$

San Ysidro Ranch Hotel

3+
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San Ysidro Ranch Hotel Santa Barbara, located about 3.7 km from Lookout Park, features a bar and a fireplace. Situated in Montecito district, the resort is set 1.7 km from Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church.

This venue is located near Santa Ynez Mountains. You can get to Casa del Herrero in a few minutes by car.

📍 Address: 900 San Ysidro Lane
✔️ Rating: Excellent 8.7 (13 Reviews)
🔑 Rooms: 38
🏷️ Price: From 2845$

Simpson House Inn

7+
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Located close to Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden, the 5-star Simpson House Inn Santa Barbara has a terrace. Set in a beach area, the venue is 350 metres from Our Lady of Sorrows Church.

The hotel is 1.6 km to Storke Plaza. The centre of Santa Barbara is nearly 1 km away. Kids World Playground is also located near the property. You can get to Old Mission Santa Barbara Catholic Church in a few minutes by car.

📍 Address: 121 East Arrellaga Street
✔️ Rating: Excellent 9.4 (185 Reviews)
🔑 Rooms: 15
🏷️ Price: From 439$

Hotel Californian

7+
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Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, allergy friendly rooms and live performances, Hotel Californian Santa Barbara is located 9 minutes on foot from Funk Zone. The venue is just 450 metres from MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

The accommodation is set in West Beach district, in vicinity of Stearns Wharf Harbor. The city centre is a 15-minute walk away and Amtrack Santa Barbara rail station is 650 metres from the hotel. The property is steps from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center.

📍 Address: 36 State Street
✔️ Rating: Very good 8.5 (200 Reviews)
🔑 Rooms: 126
🏷️ Price: From 619$

El Encanto Santa Barbara

4+
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El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara is a pet-friendly 5-star venue set 400 metres from San Marcos Building Courtyard and 1.2 km from Old Mission Santa Barbara Catholic Church. Located at a reasonable distance from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, the accommodation offers 92 rooms with sweeping views.

Santa Barbara centre can be reached within 20 minutes' walk. The property overlooks the Pacific Ocean and is a short walk from Riviera Theatre.

📍 Address: 800 Alvarado Place
✔️ Rating: Excellent 9.1 (108 Reviews)
🔑 Rooms: 92
🏷️ Price: From 1034$

Hotels in Santa Barbara

Airport nearby ✈️ Santa Barbara, Santa Maria Public, Presidente Itamar Franco, Santa Ynez
Average Price 💰 455$
Hotels in Santa Barbara 🏨 114
Hotel Reviews ⭐ 8479
Landmarks nearby 📍 Reagan Ranch Center, Casa del Herrero, Shoreline Park, Santa Barbara Museum of Art, Santa Barbara Zoo
Most comfortable Hotel 🛏️ Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara
Hotel with a view 🔍 San Ysidro Ranch Hotel
Best mid-range Hotel 🌴 Simpson House Inn

Rosewood Miramar Beach

5+
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Rosewood Miramar Beach Hotel Santa Barbara is a 25-minute walk to Casa del Herrero and features airport transfer, 24-hour front desk assistance and shuttle service. Situated in Montecito district, the venue is set 3.6 km from the non-profit Lotusland Botanical Garden.

All Saints by the Sea Episcopal Church is located near the accommodation, and Santa Barbara airport is approximately a 33-minute drive away. A 5-minute walk will bring you to an idyllic beach. Rosewood Miramar Beach Hotel is a short ride from Lookout Park.

📍 Address: 1759 South Jameson Lane
✔️ Rating: Excellent 8.7 (18 Reviews)
🔑 Rooms: 161
🏷️ Price: From 895$

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara Santa Barbara Hotel

Overlooking the courtyard, Ritz-Carlton Bacara Santa Barbara Hotel offers 5-star accommodation at 4.7 km distance from Camino Real Cinemas. The venue is well-known for reliable service and service-minded staff.

The hotel is set in the coastal part of Santa Barbara, close to Coronado Butterfly Preserve. El camino presbyterian church is at 2.8 km distance from the property. You can get to the shopping mall "Camino Real Marketplace" in a few minutes by car.

📍 Address: 8301 Hollister Avenue
Santa Barbara 5 Star Hotels FAQ
What are the best 5-star hotels in Santa Barbara?
For those searching for the best hotels, 5-sternehotels.com offers 5 top deals. We recommend Hotel Californian (rating: 7.6/10) for 929US$ per night. This cool property offers free shuttle bus service, concierge service and turndown service, as well as laundry, dry cleaning service and concierge service on site. Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore may be as well suitable with an outdoor swimming pool, a casino and a golf course. It costs 870US$ per night. Other top deals include The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, and Rosewood Miramar Beach.
What are the best 5-star hotels in Santa Barbara not far from Stearns Wharf?
We recommend Hotel Californian (rating: 7.6/10) featuring laundry service, dry cleaning service and concierge service, as well as free shuttle bus service, concierge service and a Jacuzzi on site. This nice deal is located 5 minutes' walk from the Stearns Wharf and costs 929US$ per night.
What are the top beachfront 5-star hotels hotels in Santa Barbara?
We recommend Hotel Californian (rating: 7.6/10), a nice 5-star option set 5 minutes' walk from the beach. It costs 929US$ per night and offers free shuttle bus service, concierge service and a Jacuzzi on site.
What are the top luxury 5 star hotels in Santa Barbara?
5-sternehotels.com offers a variety of chic 5-star accommodation options, including 5 deals. We recommend San Ysidro Ranch rated 9.0/10, a cool hotel located 0.5 km from San Ysidro Ranch. It costs 2620US$ per night and offers a Jacuzzi, a swimming pool and a free carpark. Alternatively, you may book Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore (rating: 8.4/10) for 870US$ per night. This perfect accommodation provides an outdoor swimming pool, a casino and a golf course on site.
What are the best 5-star hotels in Santa Barbara featuring swimming pools?
Another perfect deal is Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore rated 8.4/10 with an outdoor swimming pool, a casino and a golf course. This 5-star property will cost you 870US$ per night.
What are the top 5-star boutique luxury hotels in Santa Barbara?
We recommend El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, (rating: 8.2/10) with an outdoor swimming pool, steam baths and free shuttle bus service on site. It's set a 5-minute walk from Riviera Theatre. One more 5-star boutique option is Simpson House Inn rated 8.4/10 for 523US$ per one night.
What are the most favoured top 10 5-star hotels in Santa Barbara?
According to 5-sternehotels.com travel data, the most popular 10 5-star hotels are Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore and The Ritz-Carlton Bacara.

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