Is it cheaper to stay in a motel than in a hotel in Santa Barbara?

The average price for a night in a motel in Santa Barbara is €118 compared to €492 for a night in a hotel.

Motels in Santa Barbara from €81/night

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Best Santa Barbara motels

Town and Country Inn

7.3 Good

€137+

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Pet friendly

Air conditioning

Motel 6 Santa Barbara- State Street

7.2 Good

€135+

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Pet friendly

Oasis Inn and Suites - Santa Barbara - Bedroom

Oasis Inn and Suites

8.1 Very Good

€150+

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Air conditioning

Rose Garden Inn - Santa Barbara - Bedroom

Rose Garden Inn

6.2 Okay

€133+

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Pet friendly

Air conditioning

Sunset Motel - Santa Barbara - Bedroom

Sunset Motel

6.8 Okay

€122+

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

Orange Tree Inn - Santa Barbara - Bedroom

Orange Tree Inn

7.5 Good

Downtown€170+

€170+

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Air conditioning

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, Ca - Beach - Santa Barbara - Bedroom

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, Ca - Beach

7.9 Good

€168+

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Pet friendly

Motel 6 Goleta, Ca - Santa Barbara - Goleta - Pool

Motel 6 Goleta, Ca - Santa Barbara

6.9 Okay

€146+

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Pet friendly

Air conditioning

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KAYAK’s insights for motels in Santa Barbara

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in Santa Barbara with confidence.

Which month has the cheapest motel rates in Santa Barbara?

Motels are cheapest in Santa Barbara in February, with average rates of €95. In comparison, June is the most expensive month, with prices at €385.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a motel in Santa Barbara?

Tuesday offers the lowest rates in Santa Barbara, with an average nightly price of €96. The highest prices are found on Friday, with average rates at €162.

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2 stars and below

Low season	February
High season	June
Average price (weeknight)	€108
Average price (weekend night)	€171

Cheapest month to stay with an average 41% drop in price.

Most expensive month to stay with an average 139% rise in price.

Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.

Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book more than 90 days before your stay to get the best price for a Santa Barbara motel.
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Is it cheaper to stay in a motel than in a hotel in Santa Barbara?
The average price for a night in a motel in Santa Barbara is €118 compared to €492 for a night in a hotel.