What is Lower State like?

Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Santa Barbara's Lower State neighborhood has to offer. Be sure to check out MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Reagan Ranch Center as part of your Lower State travel plans.

What's a favorite hotel to stay in Lower State?

Based on our traveler data, Hotel Santa Barbara is one of the top choices for your stay in Lower State. This hotel is a short 13-minute walk from Santa Barbara County Courthouse, and it offers a 24-hour fitness center and free WiFi. Other good options for your stay in the area include Hotel Californian and Riviera Beach House .

How many hotels will I find in the Lower State area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Barbara, choose from one of Expedia's 19 hotels and other accommodations in Lower State.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lower State, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best options available in Lower State.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Lower State?

For additional details about updating your trip to Lower State or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/ .

What can I see and do in this Santa Barbara neighborhood?

Sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Reagan Ranch Center can be part of your cultural tour of Lower State. You could also plan a visit to Moreton Bay Fig Tree or Paseo Nuevo Mall while you're in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Lower State include Santa Barbara Art Foundry, De la Guerra Plaza, and Casa de la Guerra. While you're out sightseeing, Santa Barbara Historical Museum and Lobero Theater are a couple of additional sights to visit in Santa Barbara.

How can I get around Lower State and the greater Santa Barbara area?

To venture out of town, take a train from Santa Barbara Station.

Top Lower State Hotels

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Our top choices for Lower State hotels

1. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State

Marilyn

NT$8,911 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

2. Riviera Beach House

Lower State

wendy

NT$7,642 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

3. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Lower State

Cayley

NT$9,445 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

4. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Lower State

Shari

NT$10,041 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

5. Hotel Californian

Lower State

denette

NT$21,087 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

6. Haley Hotel

Lower State

Diana

NT$6,350 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

7. Moxy Santa Barbara

Lower State

manilyn

NT$10,110 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

8. ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

Lower State

Prahlad

NT$3,910 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

9. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 0.8 km from Lower State

Richard

NT$7,534 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

10. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

West Beach, 0.8 km from Lower State

Julia

NT$6,054 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

11. La Playa Inn

West Beach, 0.8 km from Lower State

Greer

NT$8,599 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

12. Inn By The Harbor

West Beach, 0.9 km from Lower State

JILL

NT$8,884 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

13. Harbor View Inn

West Beach, 0.6 km from Lower State

Danielle

NT$11,535 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

14. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 0.8 km from Lower State

Liad

NT$8,987 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

15. Marina Beach Hotel

West Beach, 0.8 km from Lower State

Amy

NT$5,822 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

16. Mason Beach Inn

West Beach, 0.8 km from Lower State

Rachita

NT$8,716 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

17. Lavender Inn by the Sea

West Beach, 0.7 km from Lower State

Paulina

NT$9,037 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

18. Beachside Inn

West Beach, 0.9 km from Lower State

Liam

NT$6,174 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

19. The Franciscan Hotel

West Beach, 0.7 km from Lower State

Naomi

NT$5,710 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

20. The Eagle Inn

West Beach, 0.7 km from Lower State

John

NT$9,311 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Santa Barbara	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,483 reviews	View
Hotel Californian	5.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 998 reviews	View
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel	2.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 247 reviews	View
Haley Hotel	3.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 688 reviews	View
Moxy Santa Barbara	3.5 star property	8.6 Excellent 819 reviews	View

Where to stay in Lower State

Find the best Lower State areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

A coastal town with a pier extending into the ocean, a beach, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.

Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

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A coastal beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

Montecito

Celebrity-favored Montecito offers backcountry hiking trails and attractions like Lotusland and El Fureidis. Easily accessible via State Route 192 and the U.S. 101 Freeway, it's well-connected to Santa Barbara County.

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Downtown Santa Barbara

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Arlington Theater might round out your trip.

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West Beach

While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach.

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A beach with palm trees, a pier, and the ocean at sunset.

East Beach

East Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.

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Top Lower State Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

8/10 Good

"no kleenex in the room and staff could not help me get on the internet......no instructions in the room"

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

8/10 Good

"The staff was very kind, but could not resolve a slow drain issue in our shower. 1st night called and they said maintenance was gone for the night. I was offered a plunger. The next day we asked if the drain could please be unplugged while we were out. Shower was still backing up when we returned. Room was beautiful, roomy with very comfy beds. Hotel is located in a perfect spot with walkable options for shopping eating and close to the pier. Rooms that face the street, bring ear plugs if you're an early to bed person as there is a bar across the street."

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Our top choices for Lower State hotels

1. Hotel Santa Barbara

2. Riviera Beach House

3. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

5. Hotel Californian

6. Haley Hotel

7. Moxy Santa Barbara

8. ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

9. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

10. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

11. La Playa Inn

12. Inn By The Harbor

13. Harbor View Inn

14. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

15. Marina Beach Hotel

16. Mason Beach Inn

17. Lavender Inn by the Sea

18. Beachside Inn

19. The Franciscan Hotel

20. The Eagle Inn

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Where to stay in Lower State

Santa Barbara Beach

Montecito

Downtown Santa Barbara

West Beach

East Beach

Top Lower State Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

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