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What is the cheapest day to stay in a vacation rental in Santa Barbara?

The cheapest day to stay in Santa Barbara is Sunday ($367). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is $2,066.

How far ahead should you book a vacation rental in Santa Barbara?

Save money by booking a vacation rental at least 34 days before your trip to Santa Barbara. The lowest price found when booking 34 days ahead was $153 per night.

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Cheapest holiday rentals in Santa Barbara, California

For those on a budget, these are the cheapest holiday rentals available in Santa Barbara for the selected dates. Prices will typically fluctuate depending on the dates selected, star rating of holiday rental, and holiday rental location.
Agave Inn
Agave Inn

Agave Inn

3222 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA, United States
3.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$173
Avg. per night
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El Encanto Santa Barbara
El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara

800 Alvarado Place, Santa Barbara, CA, United States
1.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$1,059
Avg. per night
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Other accommodation in Santa Barbara

Orange Tree Inn
Orange Tree Inn

Orange Tree Inn

1920 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA, United States
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$164
Avg. per night
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Motel 6 Santa Barbara, Ca - Beach
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, Ca - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, Ca - Beach

443 Corona Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA, United States
2.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$196
Avg. per night
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De La Vina Inn
De La Vina Inn

De La Vina Inn

1323 De La Vina Street, Santa Barbara, CA, United States
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$366
Avg. per night
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Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

4770 Calle Real, Santa Barbara, CA, United States
8.3 km from city centre
Parking
$271
Avg. per night
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Villa Rosa Inn
Villa Rosa Inn

Villa Rosa Inn

15 Chapala Street, Santa Barbara, CA, United States
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$275
Avg. per night
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Rosewood Miramar Beach
Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach

1759 South Jameson Lane, Santa Barbara, CA, United States
6.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$2,334
Avg. per night
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Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

633 East Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, CA, United States
2.4 km from city centre
$412
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in Santa Barbara

Whether you're visiting Santa Barbara for leisure or business, utilise the map to find holiday rentals close to your ideal location. Users can click on a holiday rental's name to find more information about it, such as price, reviews, and amenities, and also find different deals for the property.

Facts about staying in Santa Barbara

  • How much does a holiday rental in Santa Barbara cost?

    $950 per night is how much a holiday rental in Santa Barbara costs, on average. $107 per night was the cheapest price recently found by our users, though anything for $829 per night or less is a good deal. Keep in mind that Santa Barbara holiday rental prices fluctuate throughout the year: the most expensive month to book is June, and the cheapest time to book is April.

  • What is the best Santa Barbara holiday rental?

    The best holiday rental in Santa Barbara is Agave Inn, according to our user data. 832 users from HotelsCombined gave the Agave Inn a 8.8/10 rating.

  • What’s the closest holiday rental to Santa Barbara Airport?

    If you’re looking to stay close to Santa Barbara Airport for your trip to Santa Barbara, then consider booking a Agave Inn holiday rental. This holiday apartment is just 10.0 km away from the Santa Barbara airport.

  • What part of Santa Barbara is best to stay in?

    Downtown is the best part of the city to stay in if you’re looking for a holiday rental in Santa Barbara. The Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel is our most popular holiday rental in this neighbourhood. While there are other neighbourhoods throughout Santa Barbara, 97% of HotelsCombined users searched for rentals in Downtown in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice.

  • Are there any Resort holiday rentals in Santa Barbara?

    If you’re looking to book a Resort holiday rental in Santa Barbara, then you have 2 to choose from. We recommend looking at Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort as it’s currently the most popular Resort rental among our users.

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