Last Minute Hotels in Santa Barbara

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Best Santa Barbara last minute deals

These are the best prices for Aug 25 - 26.
The Upham Hotel - Santa Barbara - Bedroom
The Upham Hotel
Downtown
8.6Very good(762)
Free Wi-Fi
$190+
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Hyatt Place Santa Barbara - Santa Barbara - Lounge
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA
7.8Good(751)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$265+
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Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton - Santa Barbara - Living room
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Downtown
8.1Very good(191)
Free Wi-Fi
$364+
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Best Western Plus Santa Barbara - Santa Barbara - Building
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
Downtown
8.2Very good(2635)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
$222+
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La Playa Inn Santa Barbara - Santa Barbara - Patio
La Playa Inn Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA
9.1Wonderful(2073)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$229+
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Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property - Santa Barbara
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Santa Barbara, CA
8.1Very good(431)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$303+
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FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott - Santa Barbara - Bedroom
FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
Santa Barbara, CA
8.0Very good(61)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$222+
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The Franciscan Hotel - Santa Barbara - Balcony
The Franciscan Hotel
Santa Barbara, CA
8.9Very good(2859)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$259+
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Santa Barbara Inn - Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Inn
Santa Barbara, CA
8.7Very good(1314)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$563+
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El Encanto Santa Barbara - Santa Barbara
El Encanto Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA
8.9Very good(305)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Spa
$678+
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KAYAK’s insights for last minute hotels 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 last minute hotel rates in Santa Barbara?

The cheapest month for last minute hotels in Santa Barbara is January, with an average nightly rate of $240. The most expensive month is August at $375 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book a last minute hotel in Santa Barbara?

The cheapest day to book a last minute hotel in Santa Barbara is Monday, with an average nightly rate of $243. The most expensive day is Friday at $385 per night.

How much is a last-minute hotel in Santa Barbara for tonight?

The best deal for a 3-star last-minute hotel room in Santa Barbara found by KAYAK users in the last 5 days was $163, while the lowest price for a 4-star hotel was $166. The cheapest room found overall was for $145.

How much is a last-minute hotel in Santa Barbara for this weekend?

The cheapest last-minute hotel room in Santa Barbara for the upcoming weekend found on KAYAK in the last 5 days was for $143 per night.

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Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

January
June
$437
$760
Cheapest month to stay with an average 66% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 59% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

Top tips for finding last minute Santa Barbara hotel deals

  • If you’re booking a last minute hotel in Santa Barbara then it’s best to book 2 days before your stay for the best last minute deal.
  • The cheapest 3-star last minute hotel room in Santa Barbara booked on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $168, while the most expensive was $668.
  • If you’re looking for a bargain, the cheapest price found on KAYAK for a last minute hotel in Santa Barbara was $144.

FAQs when booking a last minute hotel in Santa Barbara

  • How much does a last minute hotel in Santa Barbara cost?

    The latest prices from KAYAK for a last minute Santa Barbara hotel are $145 for tonight, $144 for tomorrow and $143 for this weekend.

  • How much does a last minute hotel in Santa Barbara cost for tonight?

    The latest price for a last minute hotel in Santa Barbara for tonight is $163 for a 3-star hotel and $166 for a 4-star hotel.

  • How much does a last minute hotel in Santa Barbara cost for tomorrow?

    The latest price for a last minute hotel in Santa Barbara for tomorrow is $170 for a 3-star hotel and $191 for a 4-star hotel.

  • How much does a last minute hotel in Santa Barbara cost for this weekend?

    The latest price for a last minute hotel in Santa Barbara for this weekend is $162 for a 3-star hotel and $208 for a 4-star hotel.

  • Is it cheaper to book last minute when booking a hotel in Santa Barbara?

    The average nightly price for last minute hotels in Santa Barbara is $512/day. This is compared to overall bookings, which have an average nightly price of $440/day.

  • Is it better to book a hotel early or last minute in Santa Barbara?

    On average, bookings made 90 days before arrival in Santa Barbara cost $514/day, while bookings made last minute cost $512/day.

Where to stay in Santa Barbara?

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