What is Lower State like?

Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Santa Barbara's Lower State neighbourhood has to offer. Make sure that you visit Reagan Ranch Center and Moreton Bay Fig Tree as part of your Lower State travel plans.

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

Based on our traveller 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 centre and free WiFi. Other good options for your stay in the area include Hotel Californian and Riviera Beach House .

How many hotels are there 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 accommodation options in Lower State.

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

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available in Lower State.

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

Sights like Reagan Ranch Center and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation 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 neighbourhood. 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.

The Best Hotels in Lower State, Santa Barbara - 2026 Updated Prices

A large tree with dense foliage in a park.

Change your mind
Book hotels with free cancellation
Treat yourself
Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
Sign in
Be picky
Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Tonight

Tomorrow

Next weekend

In two weeks

Our top choices for Lower State hotels

1. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State

Mark

Rp4.660.910 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

2. Haley Hotel

Lower State

Diana

Rp3.785.884 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

3. Riviera Beach House

Lower State

Karilyn

Rp3.646.692 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

4. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Lower State

Irina

Rp5.472.939 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

5. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Lower State

Shari

Rp5.602.681 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

6. Moxy Santa Barbara

Lower State

manilyn

Rp5.459.642 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

7. Hotel Californian

Lower State

Tricia

Rp12.692.216 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

8. ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

Lower State

Prahlad

Rp2.425.422 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

9. Lavender Inn by the Sea

West Beach, 0.7 km from Lower State

Charinda

Rp4.674.485 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

10. Marina Beach Hotel

West Beach, 0.8 km from Lower State

Amy

Rp4.357.014 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

11. Inn By The Harbor

West Beach, 0.9 km from Lower State

Amanda

Rp4.580.818 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

12. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 0.8 km from Lower State

Liad

Rp5.014.576 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

13. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

West Beach, 0.8 km from Lower State

Julia

Rp3.377.881 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

14. La Playa Inn

West Beach, 0.8 km from Lower State

Greer

Rp4.769.532 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

15. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 0.8 km from Lower State

Richard

Rp4.203.383 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

16. Castillo Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 0.9 km from Lower State

Abraham

Rp3.203.258 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

17. Harbor House Inn

West Beach, 0.7 km from Lower State

Katrin

Rp3.512.338 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

Comfort Apartment, 1 King Bed | Exterior

18. Casa De La Vina

0.5 km from Lower State

Richard

Rp4.978.043 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

Executive Single Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen | Living area

19. Beach House Inn

West Beach, 0.7 km from Lower State

Sharon

Rp4.949.937 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

20. Harbor View Inn

West Beach, 0.6 km from Lower State

Gabriel

Rp5.731.886 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

View all properties

Where to stay in Lower State

Find the best Lower State areas 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 area like Stearns Wharf and West Beach.

See properties

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

Montecito

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.

See properties

A coastal town with a prominent white building with a red roof, palm trees, and mountains in the background.

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 Presidio Santa Barbara or Arlington Theater might round out your trip.

See properties

A marina with multiple boats docked, calm water, and a clear sky.

West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.

See properties

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

East Beach

East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.

See properties

Top Lower State Hotel Reviews

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely and comfortable property. Better than many other more expensive properties in SB. Highly recommend."

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

8/10 Good

"The best thing about the property was the location! Not even a 2-minute walk to the Amtrak station. and a 7-minute walk to the beach. The staff was very helpful and went above and beyond. The kitchen is well-stocked, and rules are very clear. I didn’t eat the pancakes, but did have the coffee for breakfast. I bought food from Trader Joe’s, which was a mile away. This is a popular spot and reasonably priced. Expect other guests to be in all spaces 24/7. The dorm rooms are barely large enough to open a medium suitcase. Bring a lock. Since the dorm space is cramped, you will need to store your belongings in a locker outside of the room. The only thing I found was a minor irritant were the occasional ant or two in the lounge and the showers in the bathroom. I would still recommend a stay here if you like a community environment and a good value for your money."

Search Hotels in Lower State, Santa Barbara

Change your mind

Treat yourself

Be picky

Check prices for these dates

Filter by

Star rating

Guest rating

Our top choices for Lower State hotels

1. Hotel Santa Barbara

2. Haley Hotel

3. Riviera Beach House

4. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

5. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

6. Moxy Santa Barbara

7. Hotel Californian

8. ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

9. Lavender Inn by the Sea

10. Marina Beach Hotel

11. Inn By The Harbor

12. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

13. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

14. La Playa Inn

15. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

16. Castillo Inn at the Beach

17. Harbor House Inn

18. Casa De La Vina

19. Beach House Inn

20. Harbor View Inn

Where to stay in Lower State

Santa Barbara Beach

Montecito

Downtown Santa Barbara

West Beach

East Beach

Top Lower State Hotel Reviews

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

Explore a world of travel with Expedia