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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Montecito travel guide

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You're Going to Love Montecito

With a population of 8,965, Montecito is a must-see destination in California, United States. Montecito deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Montecito

If you’re looking for affordable options, Caruso's - Rosewood Miramar Beach (1773 South Jameson Lane) and Rosewood Miramar Beach - Malibu Farm (1759 S Jameson Ln) are great picks.

When to visit Montecito

Montecito in October
Estimated hotel price
$326
1 night at 3-star hotel
Montecito in October
Estimated hotel price
$326
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Montecito

Plane

When flying to Montecito, you’ll arrive at Santa Barbara (SBA), which is located 12 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Montecito include Air Canada, Copa Airlines and Emirates. The shortest domestic flight to Montecito departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 16m.

Car

Another option to get to Montecito is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 80 miles from Montecito. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

When flying to Montecito, you’ll arrive at Santa Barbara (SBA), which is located 12 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Montecito include Air Canada, Copa Airlines and Emirates. The shortest domestic flight to Montecito departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 16m.

Car

Another option to get to Montecito is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 80 miles from Montecito. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Montecito

LAXLos Angeles
SBASanta Barbara
BURBurbank Bob Hope

Airlines serving Montecito

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in Montecito

Average rates range from around $556 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $175 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Montecito

Most booked hotels in Montecito

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Harbor View Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 2266 reviews)
$314+
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The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, 569 reviews)
$600+
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Beachside Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 3122 reviews)
$222+
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Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1775 reviews)
$199+
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Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
3 stars
Excellent (8, 2578 reviews)
$241+
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Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4 stars
Good (7, 1110 reviews)
$375+
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Renting a car in Montecito

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Montecito (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Montecito is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Rio or similar) are, on average, 14% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Montecito (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Montecito is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Rio or similar) are, on average, 14% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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