Luxury Santa Barbara Five Star Hotels
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Best-rated
Simpson House Inn
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Car park
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Massage
- Terrace
Located just 0.8 km from Granada Theatre, Simpson House Inn Santa Barbara offers air-conditioned rooms 25 minutes' stroll from the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History. Staying here you can use Wi-Fi in public areas and secure parking on site.
Simpson House Inn
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Car park
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Massage
- Terrace
Simpson House Inn
Located just 0.8 km from Granada Theatre, Simpson House Inn Santa Barbara offers air-conditioned rooms 25 minutes' stroll from the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History. Staying here you can use Wi-Fi in public areas and secure parking on site.
El Encanto Santa Barbara
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Saltwater pool
The 5-star El Encanto Santa Barbara hotel, located approximately 20 minutes' walk from the Kids World playground, offers an outdoor swimming pool, Wi-Fi in the rooms. Along with the use of a 24-hour fitness centre on site, sports fans are invited to discover Peabody Stadium, which is merely 1.9 km away.
Such entertainment events as live performances arranged at the El Encanto Santa Barbara. On the premises, guests can take advantage of fitness classes, as well as enjoy activities such as hiking, cycling, and yoga. This hotel features a spa salon along with a treatment room and a sauna for relaxation.
El Encanto Santa Barbara
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Saltwater pool
El Encanto Santa Barbara
The 5-star El Encanto Santa Barbara hotel, located approximately 20 minutes' walk from the Kids World playground, offers an outdoor swimming pool, Wi-Fi in the rooms. Along with the use of a 24-hour fitness centre on site, sports fans are invited to discover Peabody Stadium, which is merely 1.9 km away.
Such entertainment events as live performances arranged at the El Encanto Santa Barbara. On the premises, guests can take advantage of fitness classes, as well as enjoy activities such as hiking, cycling, and yoga. This hotel features a spa salon along with a treatment room and a sauna for relaxation.
5 Star Hotels Downtown Santa Barbara
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Top location
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Beach access
Hotel Californian
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Rooftop pool
Featuring a spa salon with aromatherapy, body wraps, and body scrub, the 5-star Hotel Californian Santa Barbara is located just 450 metres from the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center. Nestled in The Funk Zone with galleries, studios, museums, microbreweries, and restaurants near a boat dock, this Santa Barbara hotel offers 126 air-conditioned rooms along with city views.
Take benefit from a rooftop pool offering sun loungers and a hot tub on site. There is a fitness studio with a wide range of sports. You can also relax with a head massage, a couples' massage, and a facial massage along with a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna. The Californian offers meeting rooms where guests can use conference equipment and a photocopy machine.
Hotel Californian
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Rooftop pool
Hotel Californian
Featuring a spa salon with aromatherapy, body wraps, and body scrub, the 5-star Hotel Californian Santa Barbara is located just 450 metres from the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center. Nestled in The Funk Zone with galleries, studios, museums, microbreweries, and restaurants near a boat dock, this Santa Barbara hotel offers 126 air-conditioned rooms along with city views.
Take benefit from a rooftop pool offering sun loungers and a hot tub on site. There is a fitness studio with a wide range of sports. You can also relax with a head massage, a couples' massage, and a facial massage along with a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna. The Californian offers meeting rooms where guests can use conference equipment and a photocopy machine.
Ojai Valley Inn
- In-room breakfast
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Car park
US$ 69 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Heated swimming pool
Located about a 25-minute walk from the Ojai Certified Farmers' Market, the 5-star Ojai Valley Inn offers a full spa, including a mud bath, a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna. Boasting access to the Los Padres National Forest Trailhead, 2.6 km away, this charming inn includes a patio and a shared lounge providing guests with air-conditioned rooms.
This property aslo includes 4 outdoor swimming pools with a hot tub. Keeping fit at the hotel is convenient thanks to a fitness area that offers yoga classes. Business travellers will appreciate such conveniences as conference facilities and a photocopy machine, along with access to a meeting room and a conference space.
Ojai Valley Inn
- In-room breakfast
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Car park
US$ 69 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Heated swimming pool
Ojai Valley Inn
Located about a 25-minute walk from the Ojai Certified Farmers' Market, the 5-star Ojai Valley Inn offers a full spa, including a mud bath, a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna. Boasting access to the Los Padres National Forest Trailhead, 2.6 km away, this charming inn includes a patio and a shared lounge providing guests with air-conditioned rooms.
This property aslo includes 4 outdoor swimming pools with a hot tub. Keeping fit at the hotel is convenient thanks to a fitness area that offers yoga classes. Business travellers will appreciate such conveniences as conference facilities and a photocopy machine, along with access to a meeting room and a conference space.
5 Star Hotels in Santa Barbara All Inclusive
Hotel Ynez
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Mini-bar
- Heated swimming pool
Located about 10 minutes' drive from Lincourt Vineyards, the elegant Hotel Ynez Solvang offers luxurious rooms 3.5 km from Wildling Museum of Art and Nature. This 5-star hotel features a heated swimming pool and Wi-Fi in public areas.
Hotel Ynez
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Mini-bar
- Heated swimming pool
Hotel Ynez
Located about 10 minutes' drive from Lincourt Vineyards, the elegant Hotel Ynez Solvang offers luxurious rooms 3.5 km from Wildling Museum of Art and Nature. This 5-star hotel features a heated swimming pool and Wi-Fi in public areas.
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Great deal
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Private beach
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
- In-room breakfast
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Car park
US$ 70 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Outdoor swimming pool
Surrounded by a mountain and gardens, the comfortable The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara Hotel Goleta is located 2.8 km from el camino presbyterian church and boasts 4 outdoor tennis courts. Guests can enjoy a poolside bar along with a Jacuzzi, a sauna, and a foot bath, fairly close to the Coronado Butterfly Preserve.
A gym and spa therapy are available at additional cost as well. The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara Goleta features 3 outdoor swimming pools, a hot tub. A fitness studio at the hotel is open to guests for yoga classes. Onsite wellness options include 36 treatment rooms along with aromatherapy, body wraps, and facial treatments. The property also provides a conference space and a meeting room for those arriving on business.
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
- In-room breakfast
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Car park
US$ 70 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Outdoor swimming pool
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Surrounded by a mountain and gardens, the comfortable The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara Hotel Goleta is located 2.8 km from el camino presbyterian church and boasts 4 outdoor tennis courts. Guests can enjoy a poolside bar along with a Jacuzzi, a sauna, and a foot bath, fairly close to the Coronado Butterfly Preserve.
A gym and spa therapy are available at additional cost as well. The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara Goleta features 3 outdoor swimming pools, a hot tub. A fitness studio at the hotel is open to guests for yoga classes. Onsite wellness options include 36 treatment rooms along with aromatherapy, body wraps, and facial treatments. The property also provides a conference space and a meeting room for those arriving on business.
5 Star Hotels in Santa Barbara with Pool
Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara
- Flat-screen TV
- Mini-bar
- Laundry
- Ironing facilities
- Sauna
- Outdoor swimming pool
Offering a casino and a sauna, and views of the garden, Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara Montecito is located a 25-minute walk from Montecito Village Shopping Center. This resort features Wi-Fi in the rooms and private parking on site.
Guests can enjoy a gym and spa therapy with an extra charge. Access to a lap swimming pool with a hot tub available during your stay. The on-site activities include diving, mini golf, and yoga.
Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara
- Flat-screen TV
- Mini-bar
- Laundry
- Ironing facilities
- Sauna
- Outdoor swimming pool
Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara
Offering a casino and a sauna, and views of the garden, Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara Montecito is located a 25-minute walk from Montecito Village Shopping Center. This resort features Wi-Fi in the rooms and private parking on site.
Guests can enjoy a gym and spa therapy with an extra charge. Access to a lap swimming pool with a hot tub available during your stay. The on-site activities include diving, mini golf, and yoga.
Rosewood Miramar Beach
- 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 situated about 5 minutes' walk from All Saints by the Sea Episcopal Church. Boasting an adult pool and a fitness room, the 5-star hotel offers access to the MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, which is around 6 km away.
The hotel offers kayaking, surfing, and yoga and a steam room, a hot tub, and two hot tubs to make your stay unforgettable.
Rosewood Miramar Beach
- 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 situated about 5 minutes' walk from All Saints by the Sea Episcopal Church. Boasting an adult pool and a fitness room, the 5-star hotel offers access to the MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, which is around 6 km away.
The hotel offers kayaking, surfing, and yoga and a steam room, a hot tub, and two hot tubs to make your stay unforgettable.
5 Star Hotels Near Santa Barbara Airport
San Ysidro Ranch
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Continental breakfast
Charges may apply
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
- Mini-bar
- Jacuzzi
- Patio
Situated about a 5-minute walk from San Ysidro Creek, the 5-star San Ysidro Ranch Hotel Montecito includes 38 rooms. Boasting a swimming pool and a fitness centre, this classic resort offers access to Lookout Park, which is 3.6 km away.
As leisure options, this hotel offers facials and a patio. The presence of a golf playground ensures guests an active stay at the San Ysidro Ranch Montecito.
San Ysidro Ranch
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Continental breakfast
Charges may apply
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
- Mini-bar
- Jacuzzi
- Patio
San Ysidro Ranch
Situated about a 5-minute walk from San Ysidro Creek, the 5-star San Ysidro Ranch Hotel Montecito includes 38 rooms. Boasting a swimming pool and a fitness centre, this classic resort offers access to Lookout Park, which is 3.6 km away.
As leisure options, this hotel offers facials and a patio. The presence of a golf playground ensures guests an active stay at the San Ysidro Ranch Montecito.
The Inn At Mattei'S Tavern, Auberge Resorts Collection
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
- Mini-bar
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Spa centre
- Patio
Guests of the 5-star The Inn At Mattei'S Tavern, Auberge Resorts Collection Los Olivos can easily reach Evan's Ranch Winery, located about 5 minutes' walk away. You can swim in a swimming pool or take advantage of a steam room and a hot tub at the hotel.
The Inn At Mattei'S Tavern, Auberge Resorts Collection offers a yoga area, spa therapy and a shared lounge to diversify your leisure.
The Inn At Mattei'S Tavern, Auberge Resorts Collection
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
- Mini-bar
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Spa centre
- Patio
The Inn At Mattei'S Tavern, Auberge Resorts Collection
Guests of the 5-star The Inn At Mattei'S Tavern, Auberge Resorts Collection Los Olivos can easily reach Evan's Ranch Winery, located about 5 minutes' walk away. You can swim in a swimming pool or take advantage of a steam room and a hot tub at the hotel.
The Inn At Mattei'S Tavern, Auberge Resorts Collection offers a yoga area, spa therapy and a shared lounge to diversify your leisure.
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Which 5-star hotels near Santa Barbara Beach offer the best amenities?
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara offers ocean views, multiple dining options, and an award-winning spa. Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore also provides luxurious accommodations with family-oriented amenities, plus access to private beach areas.
For beachfront relaxation, visit The Ritz-Carlton's exclusive beach during weekdays to avoid crowds.
Where can I find 5-star romantic hotels in Santa Barbara?
The Simpson House Inn is a romantic boutique hotel with Victorian architecture and award-winning gardens. San Ysidro Ranch, with its vine-covered cottages and intimate dining options, is perfect for couples seeking tranquility.
Book a romantic package at San Ysidro Ranch during the off-peak season in winter for better rates and fewer guests.
Which 5-star hotels in Santa Barbara are best for family-friendly experiences?
Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore offers engaging activities for children and family-oriented dining options. The Ritz-Carlton Bacara also has a kid-friendly facility, along with outdoor activities and pools.
Consider visiting during the summer for special family events, like outdoor movie nights at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara.
What 5-star hotels are close to Santa Barbara's downtown area?
Hotel Californian and El Encanto Santa Barbara are near downtown. Both offer luxury accommodations while being a short walk from the Santa Barbara Museum of Art and local dining options.
Explore downtown Santa Barbara by foot during the day for a vibrant atmosphere and great shopping, particularly on State Street.
Which 5-star hotels have the best spa experiences in Santa Barbara?
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara features a holistic wellness spa, offering diverse treatments and facilities. Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore also boasts an on-site spa with award-winning treatments.
Book spa treatments at least a week in advance, especially during weekends and holidays for your preferred times.
Which 5-star hotels in Santa Barbara offer unique dining experiences?
Rosewood Miramar Beach features several upscale dining venues, including Michelin-starred restaurants. The Ritz-Carlton Bacara also hosts wine tastings and gourmet dining experiences for guests.
Try to book dining reservations a month in advance, especially for dinner at Rosewood's Caruso's to ensure a spot.
Where can I find 5-star hotels with beautiful views in Santa Barbara?
El Encanto Santa Barbara offers rooms with scenic views of the Pacific Ocean and lush gardens. The Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore's rooms also overlook the Santa Ynez Mountains and Butterfly Beach.
For the best sunset views, request a western-facing room at El Encanto to enjoy the sunset over the ocean.
What unique events take place throughout the year in Santa Barbara?
The Santa Barbara International Film Festival, held in winter, showcases films and attracts filmmakers from around the world. In summer, the Old Spanish Days Fiesta celebrates the city's heritage with parades and performances.
Plan your stay during the film festival in February for exclusive screenings and opportunities to meet filmmakers.
How can I effectively explore Santa Barbara's local vineyards?
Taking a guided wine tasting tour can enhance your experience by providing transportation and insight about local wines. Many vineyards in the Santa Ynez Valley offer tastings and tours that are about a 30-minute drive from downtown.
Schedule your vineyard visits on weekdays to enjoy smaller crowds and personalized tastings.
How do I get to Santa Barbara from the airport?
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is about 15 minutes from downtown by car. Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are convenient for travelers, or you can book an airport shuttle for a fixed rate.
Opt for rideshare services since they can save you money compared to taxi fares, especially if traveling solo.
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