What is The Funk Zone like?

The Funk Zone is a neighbourhood that people enjoy for its beautiful beaches. Make sure that you visit MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Art Foundry as part of your The Funk Zone travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in The Funk Zone?

Based on our traveller data, Hotel Californian is one of the top choices for your stay in The Funk Zone. This hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Stearns Wharf, and it offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Riviera Beach House and Moxy Santa Barbara .

How many hotels should I expect to find in the The Funk Zone area?

Book one of Expedia's 5 hotels and other accommodation options in The Funk Zone and start exploring everything Santa Barbara has to offer.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in The Funk Zone, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available in The Funk Zone.

What is there to do around this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?

A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in The Funk Zone are MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Art Foundry. When you're sightseeing in Santa Barbara, Stearns Wharf and Reagan Ranch Center are also worth a stop.

The Best Hotels in The Funk Zone, Santa Barbara - 2026 Updated Prices

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

1. Riviera Beach House

The Funk Zone

Trent

Rp3.318.246 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and wooden cabinetry.

2. Moxy Santa Barbara

The Funk Zone

Hongtao

Rp5.056.935 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A resort with a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees, a beach view, and a well-maintained lawn.

3. Harbor View Inn

West Beach, 0.3 km from The Funk Zone

Mario

Rp5.856.972 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A patio with striped sofas and a table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and flowers.

4. The Milo

West Beach, 0.5 km from The Funk Zone

Katherine

Rp4.540.845 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

5. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 0.9 km from The Funk Zone

Morgan

Rp5.080.189 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, nightstands, and a wall mural of palm trees and a blue sky.

6. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

West Beach, 0.8 km from The Funk Zone

Anne

Rp3.080.995 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."

7. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 0.7 km from The Funk Zone

Amanda

Rp4.000.191 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, overlooking a runway and palm trees.

8. Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

East Beach, 1.1 km from The Funk Zone

CARLOS

Rp5.516.747 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

An outdoor patio area with stone flooring, wooden chairs, and tables. There are palm trees and a decorative stone wall with a statue.

9. The Franciscan Hotel

West Beach, 0.7 km from The Funk Zone

Bob

Rp2.848.153 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

10. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 0.9 km from The Funk Zone

Richard

Rp4.818.978 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern living room with two grey sofas, a small woven stool, and a large wall clock.

11. Beachside Inn

West Beach, 0.8 km from The Funk Zone

Karen

Rp3.572.951 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A white building with a sign reading "Mason Beach Inn" and a balcony with a railing.

12. Mason Beach Inn

West Beach, 0.7 km from The Funk Zone

Rachita

Rp4.906.589 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A bright kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a view through glass doors to an outdoor patio.

13. Lavender Inn by the Sea

West Beach, 0.8 km from The Funk Zone

Brandon

Rp4.293.812 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.

14. Marina Beach Hotel

West Beach, 0.7 km from The Funk Zone

Lori

Rp3.370.491 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".

15. La Playa Inn

West Beach, 0.8 km from The Funk Zone

Nick

Rp4.071.829 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A building with a tiled entrance, a sign reading "LA ROSA," and a garden with various plants and a palm tree.

16. Villa Rosa Inn

West Beach, 0.3 km from The Funk Zone

connie

Rp3.642.643 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and white buildings with arches.

17. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Lower State, 0.8 km from The Funk Zone

Irina

Rp4.203.237 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A large, two-story building with a tiled roof, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

18. Inn By The Harbor

West Beach, 1 km from The Funk Zone

Tricia

Rp4.919.009 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and large windows.

19. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Lower State, 0.9 km from The Funk Zone

Emeterio

Rp5.169.129 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

20. The Eagle Inn

West Beach, 0.6 km from The Funk Zone

Brian

Rp4.521.171 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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A white colonial building with a bell tower, surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.

Downtown Santa Barbara

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West Beach

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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 East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

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Top The Funk Zone Hotel Reviews

Inn By The Harbor

8/10 Good

"I took a star off because there were ants on the bathroom upon our arrival. The problem got worse overnight but once we informed the front desk it was taken care off right away. Otherwise, everything else was great. Enjoyed the breakfast, happy hour and free bottle of wine for each night we stayed there. Great location, walked to the waterfront and the main street."

Hotel Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"The last time we stayed at this hotel was over 20 years ago and we always had fond memories and loved the location. We were pleasantly surprised to see that the rooms have undergone a recent renovation and have a very nice, welcoming and cosy vibe. It's updated without resorting to hard grey laminate floors everywhere that's the trend these days (makes me feel like I'm staying in an office or empty museum: cold and harsh sound). This room wasn't large and yet didn't feel cramped at all. Just about perfect really. The only caveat worth mentioning is that we had a corner room overlooking State Street on one side, and the noise from the nearby bars was occasionally pretty loud. It doesn't let up until 2:00 am. I kinda enjoyed it, but I didn't have anywhere to rush off to the next day. If you know noise will prevent you from getting a good night sleep, just be sure to avoid the State Street facing rooms."

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

10/10 Excellent

"The check-in was so smooth and they let us check-in early. The exterior and lobby were so pretty and inviting. The room was spotless and smelled so nice. The courtyard view was cute. The pool was sparkling clean. The bed was comfy, and the room was super spacious. The shampoo, body wash, and conditioner smelled so nice. Breakfast was nice. Standard hotel breakfast. Green apples, bananas…no gluten free options."

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Our top choices for The Funk Zone hotels

1. Riviera Beach House

2. Moxy Santa Barbara

3. Harbor View Inn

4. The Milo

5. Hotel Santa Barbara

6. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

7. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

8. Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

9. The Franciscan Hotel

10. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

11. Beachside Inn

12. Mason Beach Inn

13. Lavender Inn by the Sea

14. Marina Beach Hotel

15. La Playa Inn

16. Villa Rosa Inn

17. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

18. Inn By The Harbor

19. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

20. The Eagle Inn

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