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1. Simpson House Inn

2. El Encanto Santa Barbara

3. Hotel Californian

4. Ojai Valley Inn

5 Star Hotels in Santa Barbara City Centre

5. Hotel Ynez

6. The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

7. Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara

5 Star Hotels in Santa Barbara All Inclusive

8. Rosewood Miramar Beach

9. San Ysidro Ranch

10. The Inn At Mattei'S Tavern, Auberge Resorts Collection

Best Santa Barbara Five Star Hotels

  • Best-rated
Simpson House Inn Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn

121 East Arrellaga Street
1.3 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Car park
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Massage
  • Terrace

The 5-star modern Simpson House Inn Santa Barbara is located around 15 minutes on foot from Mission Historical Park, offering 15 rooms, Wi-Fi, and secured parking. Located in Santa Barbara Downtown with Paseo Nuevo, a shopping center with tiled courtyards, fountains, and chain retailers, this Santa Barbara inn offers spa therapy and spa services.

9.6
153 reviews
~ US$455 / night

Simpson House Inn

1.3 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Car park
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Massage
  • Terrace

Simpson House Inn

The 5-star modern Simpson House Inn Santa Barbara is located around 15 minutes on foot from Mission Historical Park, offering 15 rooms, Wi-Fi, and secured parking. Located in Santa Barbara Downtown with Paseo Nuevo, a shopping center with tiled courtyards, fountains, and chain retailers, this Santa Barbara inn offers spa therapy and spa services.

9.6
153 reviews
From US$ 455 / night
El Encanto Santa Barbara El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara

800 Alvarado Place
2.1 km (1.3 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Sauna
  • Saltwater pool

El Encanto Santa Barbara hotel has 95 rooms and is located around a 25-minute walk from Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum. This 5-star hotel entices guests with a private parking lot, available on site.

For relaxation, guests can visit a treatment room and a sauna or enjoy time by an outdoor swimming pool. An array of activities such as hiking and cycling is offered on site or in the area.

9
95 reviews
~ US$474 / night

El Encanto Santa Barbara

2.1 km (1.3 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Sauna
  • Saltwater pool

El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara hotel has 95 rooms and is located around a 25-minute walk from Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum. This 5-star hotel entices guests with a private parking lot, available on site.

For relaxation, guests can visit a treatment room and a sauna or enjoy time by an outdoor swimming pool. An array of activities such as hiking and cycling is offered on site or in the area.

9
95 reviews
From US$ 474 / night

5 Star Hotels in Santa Barbara City Centre

  • Top location
  • Beach access
Hotel Californian Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian

36 State Street
1.1 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Sauna
  • Rooftop pool

Located 25 minutes' walk from Shoreline Public Park, Hotel Californian Santa Barbara offers a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna. Featuring 126 rooms with views of the city, this hotel is 2.3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo.

Access to an outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers and a hot tub available during your stay. At this hotel, guests can enjoy fitness classes in a fitness centre.

8.7
126 reviews
~ US$868 / night

Hotel Californian

1.1 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Sauna
  • Rooftop pool

Hotel Californian

Located 25 minutes' walk from Shoreline Public Park, Hotel Californian Santa Barbara offers a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna. Featuring 126 rooms with views of the city, this hotel is 2.3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo.

Access to an outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers and a hot tub available during your stay. At this hotel, guests can enjoy fitness classes in a fitness centre.

8.7
126 reviews
From US$ 868 / night

5 star hotels near Santa Barbara

Ojai Valley Inn Ojai Valley Inn

Ojai Valley Inn

905 Country Club Road
40.7 km (25.3 mi) from Santa Barbara
  • In-room breakfast
  • Car park
    US$ 69 per day
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Steam room
  • Heated swimming pool

Boasting an adult pool complete with a hot tub, the 5-star Ojai Valley Inn is steps away from Spa Ojai. This Ojai inn is proud to feature 4 outdoor tennis courts, nearly a 10-minute drive from Majestic Oak Vineyard and Wine Tasting.

Along with a fitness centre, Ojai Valley Inn also features a mud bath, a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna. The accommodation is a perfect place to practise horseback riding, lawn tennis, and basketball.

8.6
129 reviews
~ US$369 / night

Ojai Valley Inn

40.7 km (25.3 mi) from Santa Barbara
  • In-room breakfast
  • Car park
    US$ 69 per day
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Steam room
  • Heated swimming pool

Ojai Valley Inn

Boasting an adult pool complete with a hot tub, the 5-star Ojai Valley Inn is steps away from Spa Ojai. This Ojai inn is proud to feature 4 outdoor tennis courts, nearly a 10-minute drive from Majestic Oak Vineyard and Wine Tasting.

Along with a fitness centre, Ojai Valley Inn also features a mud bath, a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna. The accommodation is a perfect place to practise horseback riding, lawn tennis, and basketball.

8.6
129 reviews
From US$ 369 / night

5 Star Hotels in Santa Barbara All Inclusive

Hotel Ynez Hotel Ynez

Hotel Ynez

2644 Mission Drive
42.9 km (26.6 mi) from Santa Barbara
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Mini-bar
  • Heated swimming pool

Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, the 5-star Hotel Ynez Solvang sits 3.1 km from the SolvangUSA visitor center. The hotel offers private parking on site and a heated swimming pool.

8.1
45 reviews
~ US$335 / night

Hotel Ynez

42.9 km (26.6 mi) from Santa Barbara
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Mini-bar
  • Heated swimming pool

Hotel Ynez

Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, the 5-star Hotel Ynez Solvang sits 3.1 km from the SolvangUSA visitor center. The hotel offers private parking on site and a heated swimming pool.

8.1
45 reviews
From US$ 335 / night
  • Great deal
  • Private beach
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

8301 Hollister Avenue
20.4 km (12.7 mi) from Santa Barbara
  • In-room breakfast
  • Car park
    US$ 70 per day
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Steam room
  • Outdoor swimming pool

Nestled in Goleta with the area's best vintage and thrift stores and specialty Asian markets 4.4 km from Camino Real Cinemas, the 5-star The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara Hotel Goleta beckons guests with 4 outdoor tennis courts. Boasting windsurfing, snorkelling, and horseback riding, along with a pool bar, this enchanting hotel is located just near Coronado Butterfly Preserve.

Access to 3 outdoor swimming pools with a hot tub ensures guests a relaxing stay. A personal trainer and yoga instruction are featured on-site at The Ritz-Carlton Goleta.

8
121 reviews
~ US$319 / night

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

20.4 km (12.7 mi) from Santa Barbara
  • In-room breakfast
  • Car park
    US$ 70 per day
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Steam room
  • Outdoor swimming pool

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

Nestled in Goleta with the area's best vintage and thrift stores and specialty Asian markets 4.4 km from Camino Real Cinemas, the 5-star The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara Hotel Goleta beckons guests with 4 outdoor tennis courts. Boasting windsurfing, snorkelling, and horseback riding, along with a pool bar, this enchanting hotel is located just near Coronado Butterfly Preserve.

Access to 3 outdoor swimming pools with a hot tub ensures guests a relaxing stay. A personal trainer and yoga instruction are featured on-site at The Ritz-Carlton Goleta.

8
121 reviews
From US$ 319 / night

5 Star Hotels in Santa Barbara with Pool

Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara

Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara

1260 Channel Drive
5.2 km (3.2 mi) from Santa Barbara
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Mini-bar
  • Laundry
  • Ironing facilities
  • Sauna
  • Outdoor swimming pool

The 5-star Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara Montecito lies about a 10-minute ride from Stearns Wharf Harbor, and features a gift shop. While staying in the historical-style hotel, which is located in Montecito with all the benefits of a holiday getaway with all the charm of home sweet home, you can enjoy a pool bar and a lap pool.

Guests can also practiсe diving and mini golf organised by the hotel.

9.2
103 reviews
~ US$645 / night

Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara

5.2 km (3.2 mi) from Santa Barbara
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Mini-bar
  • Laundry
  • Ironing facilities
  • Sauna
  • Outdoor swimming pool

Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara

The 5-star Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara Montecito lies about a 10-minute ride from Stearns Wharf Harbor, and features a gift shop. While staying in the historical-style hotel, which is located in Montecito with all the benefits of a holiday getaway with all the charm of home sweet home, you can enjoy a pool bar and a lap pool.

Guests can also practiсe diving and mini golf organised by the hotel.

9.2
103 reviews
From US$ 645 / night
Rosewood Miramar Beach Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach

1759 South Jameson Lane
6.4 km (4.0 mi) from Santa Barbara
  • 24-hour reception
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Laundry
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Garden area
  • Patio

Boasting 2 spa tubs and 2 hot tubs, the beachfront Rosewood Miramar Beach Montecito hotel is nestled in Montecito with some of Santa Barbara's most glorious beaches in the south, 3.7 km from the ganna Walska Lotusland. Featuring 156 rooms with views of the mountain, the 5-star hotel is around 15 minutes by car from Casa de la Guerra Historic House Museum.

Guests can lounge beside a heated pool with a hot tub. There is a fitness room with a wide range of sports. The Rosewood provides a variety of treatment options such as aromatherapy, body wraps, and body treatments along with a steam room, a hot tub, and two hot tubs.

9.2
5 reviews
~ US$1213 / night

Rosewood Miramar Beach

6.4 km (4.0 mi) from Santa Barbara
  • 24-hour reception
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Laundry
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Garden area
  • Patio

Rosewood Miramar Beach

Boasting 2 spa tubs and 2 hot tubs, the beachfront Rosewood Miramar Beach Montecito hotel is nestled in Montecito with some of Santa Barbara's most glorious beaches in the south, 3.7 km from the ganna Walska Lotusland. Featuring 156 rooms with views of the mountain, the 5-star hotel is around 15 minutes by car from Casa de la Guerra Historic House Museum.

Guests can lounge beside a heated pool with a hot tub. There is a fitness room with a wide range of sports. The Rosewood provides a variety of treatment options such as aromatherapy, body wraps, and body treatments along with a steam room, a hot tub, and two hot tubs.

9.2
5 reviews
From US$ 1213 / night

5 Star Hotels Near Santa Barbara Airport

San Ysidro Ranch San Ysidro Ranch

San Ysidro Ranch

900 San Ysidro Lane
7.4 km (4.6 mi) from Santa Barbara
  • Continental breakfast
    Charges may apply
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Mini-bar
  • Jacuzzi
  • Patio

San Ysidro Ranch Hotel Montecito is a great place to stay in Montecito with all the benefits of a holiday getaway with all the charm of home sweet home, 25 minutes' walk from Casa del Herrero. Offering 41 rooms, the resort provides a swimming pool as well.

Those who prefer pool swimming might find a hot tub in the pool area. The availability of a golf course guarantees guests an active stay at the hotel.

8.7
13 reviews
~ US$3195 / night

San Ysidro Ranch

7.4 km (4.6 mi) from Santa Barbara
  • Continental breakfast
    Charges may apply
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Mini-bar
  • Jacuzzi
  • Patio

San Ysidro Ranch

San Ysidro Ranch Hotel Montecito is a great place to stay in Montecito with all the benefits of a holiday getaway with all the charm of home sweet home, 25 minutes' walk from Casa del Herrero. Offering 41 rooms, the resort provides a swimming pool as well.

Those who prefer pool swimming might find a hot tub in the pool area. The availability of a golf course guarantees guests an active stay at the hotel.

8.7
13 reviews
From US$ 3195 / night
The Inn At Mattei'S Tavern, Auberge Resorts Collection The Inn At Mattei'S Tavern, Auberge Resorts Collection

The Inn At Mattei'S Tavern, Auberge Resorts Collection

2350 Railway Ave
47.1 km (29.3 mi) from Santa Barbara
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Mini-bar
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Spa centre
  • Patio

Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, The Inn At Mattei'S Tavern, Auberge Resorts Collection Los Olivos sits a 10-minute drive from Lincourt Vineyards. Situated within easy reach of Evan's Ranch Winery, this hotel offers a swimming pool, spa therapy and a shared lounge for guest enjoyment.

Spa facilities such as a steam room and a Jacuzzi are provided for a relaxing stay.

~ US$822 / night

The Inn At Mattei'S Tavern, Auberge Resorts Collection

47.1 km (29.3 mi) from Santa Barbara
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Mini-bar
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Spa centre
  • Patio

The Inn At Mattei'S Tavern, Auberge Resorts Collection

Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, The Inn At Mattei'S Tavern, Auberge Resorts Collection Los Olivos sits a 10-minute drive from Lincourt Vineyards. Situated within easy reach of Evan's Ranch Winery, this hotel offers a swimming pool, spa therapy and a shared lounge for guest enjoyment.

Spa facilities such as a steam room and a Jacuzzi are provided for a relaxing stay.

From US$ 822 / night

Are you in a hurry?

Here is a quick list of 5 Star Hotels in Santa Barbara, selected based on their rating

Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
Simpson House Inn

9.6 / 10

(153 Reviews)

From 455$
El Encanto Santa Barbara

9.0 / 10

(95 Reviews)

From 474$
Hotel Californian

8.7 / 10

(126 Reviews)

From 868$
Ojai Valley Inn

8.6 / 10

(129 Reviews)

From 369$
Hotel Ynez

8.1 / 10

(45 Reviews)

From 335$

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