Montecito California Hotels & Motels

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The Montecito center is about 1 mile northeast of Downtown Montecito and 1 mile southeast of Westmont College.

Montecito is situated atop the hills of Santa Barbara, this small community is home to some of the most stunning views in all of California. It is known for its wealthy residents and its luxurious, upscale lifestyle. This town is located on the Central Coast of California, between the Santa Ynez Mountains and the Pacific Ocean. From its well-manicured gardens and vineyards to its luxury resorts and shopping, Montecito has something for your taste. It is also home to several world-renowned resorts, including the Four Seasons Biltmore and the San Ysidro Ranch. Whether you're looking to relax at one of the many spas or take a hike through the stunning scenery, Montecito is the perfect place to unwind. The city is home to many celebrities, including Oprah Winfrey, Rob Lowe, and Ellen DeGeneres. And with its close proximity to Santa Barbara's vibrant nightlife and beaches, you'll never be bored. Montecito is a popular tourist destination, due to its beautiful scenery and its many amenities. Also, it is located near Santa Rosa and Santa Cruz Islands, Channel Islands National Park, Los Padres National Forest, and Los Angeles. The community provides access to backcountry hiking trails. So come and experience all that Montecito has to put forward. More from this guide...

Montecito Hotels/Accommodations

Rosewood Miramar Beach : 1759 South Jameson Ln 1759 South Jameson Ln, Montecito, CA 93108 Call
  • Luxurious 5-star Beach property
  • 13 meeting rooms in property
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Montecito Inn in Santa Barbara 1295 Coast Village Rd., Santa Barbara, CA 93108 Call ~1.19 miles southwest of Montecito
  • Four star Suburban property
  • Fitness + Health Center
From$139
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Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara 1188 Coast Village Rd., Santa Barbara, CA 93108 Call ~1.32 miles southwest of Montecito
  • 3-star property
  • Check in time: 15:00
From$90
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Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara 1260 Channel Dr., Santa Barbara, CA 93108 Call ~1.47 miles southwest of Montecito
  • Luxury 5 star Oceanfront hotel
  • Check in time: 4:00PM
From$495
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Inn on Summer Hill - Summerland 2520 Lillie Ave., Summerland, CA 93067 Call ~2.44 miles east of Montecito
  • Affordable hotel
  • 14 rooms in hotel
From$90
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The Inn at East Beach : 1029 Orilla Del Mar 1029 Orilla Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA 93103 Call ~2.53 miles southwest of Montecito
  • Affordable hotel
From$90
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Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt - Santa Barbara 1111 East Cabrillo Blvd., Santa Barbara, CA 93103 Call ~2.53 miles southwest of Montecito
  • Luxurious 5-star Beach hotel
  • 3 floors in property
From$100
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Palmoro House 424 Por La Mar Dr., Santa Barbara, CA 93103 Call ~2.60 miles west of Montecito
  • 3-star Beach property
  • 2 floors in hotel
From$89
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Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach 443 Corona Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA 93103 Call ~2.64 miles west of Montecito
  • 2 star property
  • Check-in time: 15:00
From$60
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Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort 633 East Cabrillo Blvd., Santa Barbara, CA 93103 Call ~2.91 miles west of Montecito
  • 4-star Downtown hotel
  • 360 rooms in hotel
From$139
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Hotel Californian 36 State St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Call ~3.72 miles west of Montecito
  • Four star property
From$75
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Riviera Beach House 121 State St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Call ~3.76 miles west of Montecito
  • 3 star Downtown hotel
  • Hotel has a green policy Learn more
From$276
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Moxy Santa Barbara 12 East Montecito St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Call ~3.80 miles west of Montecito
  • Four star Downtown property
  • Hotel has 2 floors
From$139
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Villa Rosa Inn 15 Chapala St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Call ~3.81 miles west of Montecito
  • 3 star Beach property
  • Hotel has 2 floors
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Ala Mar by the Sea 102 West Cabrillo Blvd., Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Call ~3.83 miles west of Montecito
  • 2 star hotel
From$129
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Spanish Garden Inn : 915 Garden St. 915 Garden St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Call ~3.90 miles west of Montecito
  • Four-star Downtown property
  • 2 floors in property
From$289
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The Milo : 202 West Cabrillo Blvd. 202 West Cabrillo Blvd., Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Call ~3.91 miles west of Montecito
  • Three Star Beach hotel
  • Hotel has 11 suites
From$80
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Drift Santa Barbara - Santa Barbara 524 State St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Call ~3.93 miles west of Montecito
  • 4-star Downtown property
  • Hotel has 3 floors
From$125
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Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton : 17 West Haley St. 17 West Haley St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Call ~3.94 miles west of Montecito
  • Affordable Downtown hotel
  • Check-in time: 03:00 PM
From$145
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Hotel Santa Barbara : 533 State St. 533 State St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Call ~3.96 miles west of Montecito
  • 3-star Downtown hotel
  • 4 floors in property
From$80
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West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel - Santa Barbara 306 West Beach Inn, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Call ~4.01 miles west of Montecito
  • 3-star Beach hotel
  • Check in: 4:00 pm
From$239
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The Eagle Inn : 232 Natoma Ave. 232 Natoma Ave., Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Call ~4.02 miles west of Montecito
  • Mid-scale Beach hotel
  • 2 floors in hotel
From$147
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Mason Beach Inn 324 Mason St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Call ~4.08 miles west of Montecito
  • Three Star Beach property
  • Check in: 3:00pm
From$71
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Beachside Inn - Santa Barbara 336 West Cabrillo Blvd., Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Call ~4.08 miles west of Montecito
  • Mid-scale Beach hotel
  • Free comp. breakfast
From$80
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Castillo Inn 22 Castillo St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Call ~4.09 miles west of Montecito
  • Two-star Beach hotel
  • Check in: 3:00PM
From$149
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Avania Inn of Santa Barbara : 128 Castillo 128 Castillo, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Call ~4.11 miles west of Montecito
  • Three Star Beach property
  • Check in time: 3:00pm
From$80
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El Encanto Santa Barbara : 800 Alvarado Place 800 Alvarado Place, Santa Barbara, CA 93103 Call ~4.17 miles west of Montecito
  • Luxurious 5-star Resort hotel
  • Hotel has 92 rooms
From$295
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Kimpton Canary Hotel - Santa Barbara 31 West Carrillo St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Call ~4.23 miles west of Montecito
  • High end Downtown hotel
  • 97 rooms in hotel
From$279
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Upham Hotel in Santa Barbara 1404 De La Vina St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Call ~4.54 miles west of Montecito
  • High-end Downtown property
  • Airport shuttle available
From$225
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Simpson House Inn - Santa Barbara 121 East Arrellaga, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Call ~4.73 miles west of Montecito
  • Luxurious 5 Star Downtown property
  • Free complimentary breakfast
From$410
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Best Western Plus Santa Barbara 2220 Bath St., Santa Barbara, CA 93105 Call ~5.15 miles west of Montecito
  • 3-star Downtown hotel
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
From$125
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Quality Inn Santa Barbara 3055 De La Vina St., Santa Barbara, CA 93105 Website Call ~5.64 miles west of Montecito
  • Two star hotel
  • Free comp. breakfast
From$99
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Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North in Carpinteria 4200 Via Real, Carpinteria, CA 93013 Call ~6.13 miles east of Montecito
  • Cheap hotel
  • Check in time: 15:00
Sandpiper Lodge 3525 State St., Santa Barbara, CA 93105 Call ~6.16 miles west of Montecito
  • Low Cost Downtown property
  • 74 rooms in property
From$84
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Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - State Street in Santa Barbara 3505 State St., Santa Barbara, CA 93105 Call ~6.17 miles west of Montecito
  • Inexpensive property
  • Check-in: 15:00
From$60
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Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn : 4558 Carpinteria Ave. 4558 Carpinteria Ave., Carpinteria, CA 93013 Call ~6.45 miles east of Montecito
  • Low Cost Beach property
  • Hotel has an eco-friendly policy See policy
From$169
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Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn in Santa Barbara 3850 State St., Santa Barbara, CA 93105 Call ~6.70 miles west of Montecito
  • Midscale Downtown hotel
  • 4 meeting rooms in property
From$92
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Hyatt Place Santa Barbara 4111 State St., Santa Barbara, CA 93110 Call ~7.35 miles west of Montecito
  • 3-star Downtown property
  • Hotel has 88 rooms
From$209
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Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South : 5550 Carpinteria Ave. 5550 Carpinteria Ave., Carpinteria, CA 93013 Call ~7.46 miles east of Montecito
  • Cheap property
  • 2 floors in hotel
From$60
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG 5606 Carpinteria Ave., Carpinteria, CA 93013 Call ~7.57 miles east of Montecito
  • Midscale Beach property
  • Free comp. breakfast
From$109
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Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara 4770 Calle Real, Santa Barbara, CA 93110 Call ~8.96 miles west of Montecito
  • Mid-scale Suburban property
  • Access to gym on-site
From$118
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Extended Stay America Suites Santa Barbara Calle Real : 4870 Calle Real 4870 Calle Real, Santa Barbara, CA 93111 Call ~9.13 miles west of Montecito
  • Two-star Suburban property
  • Free breakfast available
From$101
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The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel 5490 Hollister Ave., Goleta, CA 93111 Call ~10.52 miles west of Montecito
  • Affordable Resort property
  • Gym is available on property
From$155
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Best Western Plus South Coast Inn : 5620 Calle Real 5620 Calle Real, Goleta, CA 93117 Call ~10.75 miles west of Montecito
  • Low priced Airport hotel
  • Airport shuttle provided
From$139
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The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta Tapestry Collection by Hilton : 5650 Calle Real 5650 Calle Real, Goleta, CA 93117 Call ~10.82 miles west of Montecito
  • Four-star Downtown property
  • 4 suites in hotel
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta - Goleta 5665 Hollister Ave., Goleta, CA 93117 Call ~10.91 miles west of Montecito
  • Mid-scale Suburban hotel
  • Check in: 3:00 PM
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Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara : 5897 Calle Real 5897 Calle Real, Goleta, CA 93117 Call ~11.21 miles west of Montecito
  • Low priced property
  • Hotel has 87 rooms
From$119
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Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Barbara/Goleta 6021 Hollister Ave., Goleta, CA 93117 Call ~11.38 miles west of Montecito
  • 2 star Airport hotel
  • Comp. Breakfast
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Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta - Goleta 6878 Hollister Ave., Goleta, CA 93117 Call ~13.53 miles west of Montecito
  • Affordable Downtown property
  • Gym / Fitness Center Available
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Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta 401 Storke Rd., Goleta, CA 93117 Call ~13.65 miles west of Montecito
  • 3 star Beach hotel
  • 2 floors in property
From$289
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The best time to visit Montecito, CA

Montecito has a mild climate that is perfect for enjoying the outdoors all year round. The average high in the summer is 78 degrees, and the average low in winter is 43 degrees Fahrenheit. There is very little rainfall, so you can count on sunny days throughout the year. The weather is during the springtime - not too hot and not too cold. This is the perfect time to go for a hike or a bike ride and take in all the natural beauty that has to offer. Summer is the time to enjoy all of the outdoor activities that Montecito has. The days are long and the weather is warm, making it ideal for swimming, surfing, stand-up paddle boarding, and more. Be sure to pack your sunscreen and enjoy everything that the area has to offer during the summer months. Fall is the perfect time of year to go for a walk or a hike and enjoy the stunning scenery. The Fall is also a great time to visit the nearby wineries and taste some of the delicious wines that the Santa Ynez Valley has to offer.

Montecito, CA hotel discounts

If you're planning a group getaway to Montecito, CA, is the ideal destination for your next trip. Here are some great hotel options that offer special rates and amenities for group stays. Several luxurious resorts have a variety of group packages, including a special rate for groups of 10 or more. Guests can enjoy access to the private beach club, a world-class spa, on-site restaurant, pool, and championship golf course. The secluded hideaway is the perfect place to relax and unwind with friends. There are also deals for various categories of visitors like AAA members, military personnel, and senior travelers. You may also cut your rate significantly by becoming our member or reserving your room well in advance.

There's Always Something to Do in Montecito, CA

This wonderful town offers plenty of activities to keep you busy, whether you're a local or just visiting. There is plenty to do in Montecito, whether you'd like to have a relaxing day by the beach or an adventurous day exploring the nearby mountains. Start your day off with a stroll down Montecito's main street, State Street. This historic street is lined with boutique shops, cafes, and art galleries, perfect for an evening foray. Make sure to pop into one of the many tasting rooms for some local wine or grab a bite to eat at delicious restaurants. The Westmont Ridley-Tree Museum of Art is one of the finest art museums in the area. It is home to an incredible collection of art. The museum is home to a beautiful garden and a great gift shop. The Stewart Fine Art Gallery is another great place to visit in Montecito. This gallery is home to a wide variety of art, including paintings, sculptures, and photography. Casa del Herrero is considered one of the finest examples of Spanish Colonial Revival architecture in the United States. The home was designed by George Fox Steedman and built in 1925. It is a National Historic Landmark and a California Historic Landmark. The house is open for tours and features original furniture, artwork, and a garden. If you're seeking something a little more active, Montecito, CA, offers plenty of options. Spend an afternoon hiking through one of the many trails in the area or take a swim in the many pools and beaches. For those feeling really adventurous, it even has a zip line that takes you through the forest. Or, if you're searching for something more active, you can go kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, or surfing. To explore the natural beauty of the area, you can take a hike in one of the nearby state parks. Or, you can go for a bike ride on the many trails in the area. Lotusland is a public garden featuring a wide variety of plant life, including a large collection of lotus flowers. Lotusland is open to the public for self-guided tours and also offers educational programs for school groups. Birnam Wood Golf Club is one of the most prestigious and historic golf clubs in the area. Founded in 1968, the club has hosted numerous championship tournaments over the years. Birnam Wood is also famous for its picturesque setting, nestled among towering oaks and eucalyptus trees. The course features challenging elevation changes, well-bunkered greens, and beautiful views of the Santa Barbara coastline. After a long day of exploring, unwind with a glass of wine at one of Montecito's many wine bars or take in the stunning views of the sunset from the many lookout points.

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