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Our top choices for Cielito hotels

A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

1. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Lower State, 3.9 km from Cielito
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,507 reviews)
"Loved this hotel, staff, location everything was wonderful"
United States
Karri
The price is HK$1,783
HK$2,073 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hotel Santa Barbara
A modern hotel with a pool, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

2. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
3.0 star property
Oak Park, 3.5 km from Cielito
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (282 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay"
United States
Erica
The price is HK$1,828
HK$2,084 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
A restaurant with wooden floors, wicker chairs, and hanging plants.

3. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
Oak Park, 3.9 km from Cielito
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,020 reviews)
"Great hotel, clean rooms, and super friendly staff!"
United States
Aiping
The price is HK$1,327
HK$1,516 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and white buildings with arches.

4. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Lower State, 4 km from Cielito
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice and clean hotel."
United States
Irina
The price is HK$1,661
HK$1,896 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and large windows.

5. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
Lower State, 3.8 km from Cielito
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (498 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Emeterio
The price is HK$1,829
HK$2,089 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
A sunlit balcony with a curved sofa, a small round table, and a potted plant. The balcony features arched windows with a view of palm trees and the sea.

6. Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
East Beach, 4 km from Cielito
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and pool and restaurant"
United States
melanie
The price is HK$2,267
HK$2,590 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Santa Barbara Inn
A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

7. Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
3.2 km from Cielito
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (441 reviews)
"Location. The Hotel is so beautiful, chic and close to everything. Very friendly staff."
United States
Maria
The price is HK$3,138
HK$3,584 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Palihouse Santa Barbara
A small building with a tiled roof surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

8. El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
2.1 km from Cielito
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (603 reviews)
"Wonderful stay"
United States
Dylan
The price is HK$4,669
HK$5,903 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
El Encanto Santa Barbara
A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."

9. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 4.7 km from Cielito
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,112 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay!"
United States
Amanda
The price is HK$1,794
HK$2,045 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".

10. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 4.7 km from Cielito
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location right by the beach, walkable there as well as State street which has all the local events (farmers mkt, etc)"
United States
Arlen
The price is HK$1,727
HK$1,969 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
La Playa Inn
A two-story house with a porch, a garage, and a white picket fence.

11. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
3.0 star property
Oak Park, 3.6 km from Cielito
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (708 reviews)
"Very quaint and quiet inn. Highly recommend a stay! Innkeepers were very personable yet discreet. Hope to stay again!"
United States
Raymond
The price is HK$1,612
HK$1,841 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
A multi-story hotel with a courtyard surrounded by palm trees and greenery, featuring a well-lit entrance and multiple balconies.

12. Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn
3.5 star property
3.9 km from Cielito
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,439 reviews)
"Very well kept, clean and comfortable hotel. Beautiful gardens and pool area and very nice restaurant in the hotel."
United States
GREG
The price is HK$949
HK$1,084 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Lemon Tree Inn
A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and wooden cabinetry.

13. Moxy Santa Barbara

Moxy Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
The Funk Zone, 4 km from Cielito
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (824 reviews)
"noisy because it is near 101 and expensive"
United States
Hongtao
The price is HK$1,930
HK$2,204 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Moxy Santa Barbara
A bright kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a view through glass doors to an outdoor patio.

14. Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
West Beach, 4.6 km from Cielito
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,357 reviews)
"Charming little hotel. Great for a quick trip to Santa Barbara at a fair deal."
United States
Noah
The price is HK$1,972
HK$2,252 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Two Adirondack chairs facing a small table on a balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

15. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
East Beach, 4 km from Cielito
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,508 reviews)
"Amazing location, super clean rooms, comfortable beds, highly recommend!!"
United States
Tammy
The price is HK$935
HK$1,068 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
A gated entrance with an arch covered in greenery, a tiled pathway, and a building with a balcony.

16. FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
3.0 star property
5.8 km from Cielito
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,233 reviews)
"The pool was very clean and the room was nice."
United States
Samantha
The price is HK$1,397
HK$1,595 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
A bright kitchen with large windows, wicker furniture, and a wooden countertop.

17. The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, 3.8 km from Cielito
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,024 reviews)
"Perfect location"
United States
Rana
The price is HK$1,722
HK$1,963 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
The Upham Hotel
A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

18. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
West Beach, 4.7 km from Cielito
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,455 reviews)
"Good for vacation staying near the beach"
United States
hoan
The price is HK$2,157
HK$2,464 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a TV, and a window with curtains.

19. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
2.5 star property
17.5 km from Cielito
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Convenient and well located. Parking was a plus."
United States
Irene
The price is HK$1,327
HK$1,529 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
A large, two-story building with a tiled roof, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

20. Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
West Beach, 4.7 km from Cielito
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,947 reviews)
"Pleasant stay with excellent breakfast."
United States
emiliano
The price is HK$2,316
HK$2,645 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Inn By The Harbor
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Where to stay in Cielito

Find the best Cielito areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal town with a pier extending into the ocean, a beach, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.

Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and West Beach.

A coastal beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

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.

A coastal town with a prominent church, palm trees, and mountains in the background.
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Downtown Santa Barbara

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.

A marina filled with sailboats at sunset.
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West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.

A beach with palm trees, a pier, and the ocean at sunset.

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.

Top Cielito Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely place, clean, friendly staff. Great location too."
Jeremy 2-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Cielito?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Santa Barbara's Cielito neighbourhood has to offer. Consider a visit to Rattlesnake Canyon Trail as part of your Cielito travel plans.
How many hotels will I find in the Cielito area?
When you want to put your feet up after a day of exploring the sights in Santa Barbara, you can choose from 12 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Cielito.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Cielito, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available in Cielito.
What can I see and do in this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?
Rattlesnake Canyon Trail is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Cielito. While you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara, make sure that you visit other sights such as Franceschi Park or Santa Barbara Bowl.

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