Is it cheaper to stay in a inn than in a hotel in Santa Barbara?

The average price for a night in a inn in Santa Barbara is AED 268 compared to AED 499 for a night in a hotel.

Inns in Santa Barbara from AED 654/night

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Best Santa Barbara inns

Casa Del Mar Inn

Santa Barbara, CA, United States

8.3Very Good(702)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Pet-friendly

AED 812+

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Agave Inn

Santa Barbara, CA, United States

8.5Very Good(826)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

AED 866+

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Harbor House Inn

Santa Barbara, CA, United States

9.5Wonderful(882)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

AED 1,542+

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Lavender Inn by the Sea

Santa Barbara, CA, United States

8.6Very Good(1034)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Air conditioning

AED 1,245+

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Spanish Garden Inn

Downtown

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

AED 2,512+

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KAYAK’s insights for inns 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 inn rates in Santa Barbara?

Inns are cheapest in Santa Barbara in January, with average rates of AED 1,643. In comparison, September is the most expensive month, with prices at AED 6,776.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a inn in Santa Barbara?

Monday offers the lowest rates in Santa Barbara, with an average nightly price of AED 2,684. The highest prices are found on Sunday, with average rates at AED 4,228.

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Low season	January
High season	September
Average price (weeknight)	AED 839
Average price (weekend night)	AED 1,108

Cheapest month to stay with an average 57% drop in price.

Most expensive month to stay with an average 77% rise in price.

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Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

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 inn.
Don’t know how much time you need to see all the sights? KAYAK users usually book their inn in Los Angeles for 21 days.

Is it cheaper to stay in a inn than in a hotel in Santa Barbara?
The average price for a night in a inn in Santa Barbara is AED 268 compared to AED 499 for a night in a hotel.