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Town and Country Inn - Santa Barbara - Bedroom
$138+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Agave Inn - Santa Barbara - Bedroom
Agave Inn
8.4 Very good
$223+
$223+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Rose Garden Inn
5.4 Fair
$146+
$146+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Marina Beach Motel
9 Wonderful
$327+
$327+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Sunset Motel
6.8 Okay
$143+
$143+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Orange Tree Inn
7.3 Good
$223+
$223+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool

How much is a Santa Barbara motel?

Here are our most popular & best value motels

2 stars and below

Good to know

Low season

February

High season

June

Average price (weeknight)

$130

Average price (weekend night)

$192
Cheapest month to stay with an average 34% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 101% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a motel in Santa Barbara

Price per night / 3-star motel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
Average nightly price per month
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Top tips for finding Santa Barbara motel deals

  • If you’re looking for a cheap motel in Santa Barbara, you should consider going during the low season. You’ll generally find lower-priced motels in Santa Barbara in February and January.
  • Motel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll likely find the best motel deals in Santa Barbara if you stay on a Sunday. The most expensive day for motel bookings is Friday.
  • 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.
  • The cheapest 3-star motel in Los Angeles found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $122, while the most expensive was $494.
  • Don’t know how much time you need to see all the sights? KAYAK users usually book their motel in Los Angeles for 3 days.

FAQs when booking a motel in Santa Barbara

  • How much does a motel cost in Santa Barbara?

    Motel prices in Santa Barbara can vary depending on a number of factors. The average price for a motel in Santa Barbara is $346 but KAYAK users have found motels for as cheap as $92 in the last 3 days.

  • 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 $346 compared to $495 for a night in a hotel.

Where to find the best motels in Santa Barbara?

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Hotels about topic

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Orange Tree Inn - Santa Barbara - Bedroom
Orange Tree Inn
7.3 Good
$223+
$223+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Marina Beach Motel - Santa Barbara - Bedroom
Marina Beach Motel
9 Wonderful
$327+
$327+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly

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