
Family-friendly holiday rentals in Santa Barbara Downtown
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Total holiday rentals
Explore 20 holiday rentals in Santa Barbara Downtown

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Santa Barbara Downtown holiday rentals start at $300 NZD per night before taxes and fees

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Rentals with dedicated workspaces
20 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
20 of Santa Barbara Downtown holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Santa Barbara Downtown rentals

4.9 Average rating
Santa Barbara Downtown stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!

Nearby attractions
Santa Barbara Downtown's top spots, include Paseo Nuevo, Santa Barbara Museum of Art, and Fiesta 5 Theatre
Top-rated family-friendly rentals in Santa Barbara Downtown
Guests agree: These family-friendly homes are highly rated for location, cleanliness and more.

La Petite Maison Blanche. Perfect downtown retreat
A Quintessential Santa Barbara cottage in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara built in 1915. The rooms are rather small (Think Parisian Hotel) but well-appointed and quaint: a place to hang your hat, charge your phone, rest your feet, set your glass and simply relax. The Living Room is intimate. Think of this space as a private parlor car in a train, perhaps, perfect for reading! The more spacious backyard is perfect for sharing stories, relaxing and unwinding around the fire pit and cozy sofas.

Shoreline Retreat - newly renovated, walk to beach
Shoreline Retreat is your newly renovated Santa Barbara getaway, just a 6-minute walk to the beach. This breathtaking home features a gourmet kitchen with high-end appliances, an open floor plan, and 9-ft bifold glass doors that disappear in the living room for California indoor/outdoor living. Step outside to a private oasis complete with hot tub, fire pit and beautiful landscaping. Just minutes away from the beach, ocean and walking paths -- this is Santa Barbara beach living at its finest.

Papa Dux - A Playful Urban Penthouse
Luxury digs in the heart of fun with romantic private deck with outdoor fireplace, Rivera views, steps to beach, Funk Zone and restaurants. Artist-designed, boho chic one bedroom apartment with sofa bed in living room, sleeps 4, well stocked kitchen, High Speed WiFi, 2 TVs, one bathroom, washer, dryer, desk/dining table, AC, Heater and on-site parking for one car. The space covers 700 square feet (65 square meters). Perfect for one or two couples who want a kitchen, living, dining and amenities.

Cozy House King Size Bed DownTwn
Enjoy a stylish experience offering one bedroom, one bathroom with King Size Bed and surrounding patios. Private parking space for up to 2 vehicles in our private drive way. Centrally located near Down Town and among many local restaurants, bakeries and breweries. Small pets may be considered. Private front, side and back patios. House offers AC units for cold and hot air to make the ambiance to your desired temperature. We have the Highest WIFI available in the market. Great couples getaway!

Downtown Treehouse-Vibe, Mountain Views, Bikes
This 1 bedroom, 1 bath place has a full kitchen and the Interior Designer owner has created a unique, artistic treehouse vibe. Enjoy the balcony with a mountain view, delightful gardens, and outdoor seating area. Walk to restaurants and downtown. Free bikes and coffee/tea! EV charging available. Legal Airbnb/includes taxes. The City has started aggressively enforcing on 1,000+ illegal operators, look it up. See details at the bottom to avoid the risk of booking a place that may cancel on you!

Luxury Downtown 2bd With Patio and Spa and Air Con
Be wowed by this newly remodeled abode in downtown Santa Barbara. Features include, gourmet kitchen with Bosch dishwasher and stove, hardwood floors, fireplace, soaking tub, modern touches like dual flush, Nest thermostat, air conditioning, high end linens and an outdoor spa, BBQ and eating area in the Spanish patio. One block from State St., three blocks to the Public Market, downtown and a mile from the beach, SB Mission, and Rose Garden. Note - Weekend stays must be a min of 3 nights.

ART + Airbnb in the heart of the FunkZone
Something special is happening here. It's all about creativity, inspiration and fun, with some of the city's most amazing food, wineries, boutiques, and galleries just outside your door. The loft itself, is a living gallery, filled with thoughtfully curated art and design to experience first hand; connecting guests with talented and unique makers of every kind. Only a few blocks away beach aficionados can feel their toes in the sand. This is a magic spot to base any SB adventure.

Lovely 2Bedroom Downtown
Peaceful house located blocks away from downtown Santa Barbara. Parking space and a quiet neighborhood. Excellent for a nice getaway to Santa Barbara. The city is planning on doing some king of street maintenance during september to novemeber, they have not given any exact dates. Looks like phase 2 will require street closure. As of this time 9/5 nothings started yet but theyve started leaving these notices around. Going to include a transcript of the notice in another section.

Cozy serene retreat close to beach & downtown!
A rare find! A warm and welcoming home located in a quiet family neighborhood close to the beach, public transportation, parks, art & culture, shopping and downtown. Our place is an artists dream with artwork and collectables throughout, comfortable beds, and a private backyard that features BBQs, outdoor dining areas, lounge chairs and a large lap pool and spa. If you're a couple, solo adventurer, business traveler, or family we'd love to welcome you to our home!

Private Studio Near Beaches and Downtown
Stay in a private-entry studio in a quiet Santa Barbara neighborhood, just 0.8 miles to the beach and downtown. Breathtaking views (as shown) from the street and just outside your door! Fast internet, a Keurig with pods, and parking for one vehicle. Perfect for couples, solo travelers, or business guests seeking a clean, quiet stay. Bed is a twin and will pull out to a king width, if desired.

Luxurious Studio With Private Entrance
This is an amazing studio located in the heart of Santa Barbara. World famous State Street is three blocks away and you're minutes away from The Funk Zone, Pier, Harbor, Mission, and fine dining. We have two other units on the property and the guest love the location and easy access to the South and North bound 101 Freeway.

Hobbit Haven
Located in a peaceful setting in the backyard of a home in the Mission Canyon area of Santa Barbara, this Hobbit habitat is as cozy and comfortable as can be. The bed is full sized.
Popular amenities for Santa Barbara Downtown family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Luxury Cottage w/ Ocean/Island View, Jacuzzi & A/C

Mountain Cottage - Santa Barbara/Santa Ynez - w/Spa

Casa Alamar: Walkable Location + Max Relaxation!

Beach House Near Shoreline Park- 3 blocks to ocean

Zen Retreat

Shoreline Escape

Walkable wine, beach, cafes, downtown, & dolphins

Newly Renovated by East Beach
Family- and pet-friendly home rentals

The XL Family Suite | Steps to Beach & Downtown

Beach retreat for families and dogs, EV charger!

Cozy Stone Cottage

Steps to Beach & Town | Family-Friendly 2BR

Canyon Escape close to UCSB, the beach & golf.

Location, Location, Location

Beach Heaven

Beautiful and Bright Pet Friendly Cottage
Family-friendly home rentals with a pool

Poolside Escape w/Curated Style

Rancho Mesa Escondida adobe home on organic ranch

FairView Lavender Estate

Cois Dara (Cush Dara) Under the Oak Permit

Goodland Getaway: Home w/ heated pool & hot tub

Ojai Oasis

Condo with patio across the street from the beach

Cottage by the Sea steps to beach with heated pool
When is the best time to visit Santa Barbara Downtown?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $493 NZD | $458 NZD | $458 NZD | $640 NZD | $701 NZD | $723 NZD | $881 NZD | $691 NZD | $638 NZD | $590 NZD | $508 NZD | $441 NZD |
| Avg. temp | 13°C | 13°C | 14°C | 14°C | 15°C | 17°C | 19°C | 19°C | 18°C | 18°C | 15°C | 13°C |
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