3 Best Boutique Hotels in Santa Barbara, CA (2026)

Explore Boutique Hotels in Santa Barbara: Rates Starting at $673 per Night

Harbor View Inn
Hotel
28 West Cabrillo Boulevard, West Beach, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA
  • Oceanfront
    Oceanfront
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Fireplace/Heating
    Fireplace/Heating
  • Pool
    Pool
7 Baths456.69 ft²
8.8

Exceptional

1516 reviews

$717
Average price / night
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Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Resort
31 West Carrillo Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA
  • Fireplace/Heating
    Fireplace/Heating
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Balcony/Terrace
    Balcony/Terrace
  • View
    View
15 Baths435.58 ft²
8.4

Exceptional

99 reviews

$673
Average price / night
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El Encanto Santa Barbara
Hotel
800 Alvarado Place, Santa Barbara, CA 93103, USA
  • Oceanfront
    Oceanfront
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Fireplace/Heating
    Fireplace/Heating
  • Pool
    Pool
17 Baths713.11 ft²
8.9

Exceptional

88 reviews

$1270
Average price / night
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Compare the 3 Best Boutique Hotels in Santa Barbara, CA (2026) – Addresses, Prices, Stars, Rating, and Review Count

Hotel Name Address Price ($)Star Rating Review Count Book
Harbor View Inn28 West Cabrillo Boulevard, West Beach, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA71748.81516
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG31 West Carrillo Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA67348.499
El Encanto Santa Barbara800 Alvarado Place, Santa Barbara, CA 93103, USA127058.988

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