
Family-friendly holiday rentals in Santa Barbara Downtown
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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.

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!

Boho Hacienda with backyard - pet friendly!
This dreamy, boho Spanish-style house is perfectly located just 1 mile from State Street and the beach. The unit is on a duplex with a private entrance, gated backyard with a bbq and gorgeous dining area, full kitchen, and beautifully remodeled bathroom. The bright and airy bedroom features a queen sized bed and dedicated workspace. The couch in the living room can be converted to a full-sized bed. Pet friendly ($20 per pet per night!) 1 off street parking space is available in the driveway.

Beautiful Studio -Beach & Garden
Relax and enjoy beautiful Santa Barbara in this cozy and stylish studio. Surrounded by fruit trees and with comfortable outdoor seating you can unwind in nature or you can enjoy the beautifully designed studio with a plush queen bed and smart tv. The property is perfectly located for an easy walk to the beach, beautiful Shoreline Park, or the famous Santa Barbara harbor in just minutes. This studio is the ideal home base for any type of Santa Barbara visit, from adventure to pure relaxation.

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.

Spanish Bungalow 2 blocks to Beach & Funk Zone
*Featured in Condé Nast as one of best Airbnb's in California!* - an unsolicited review 😊 Welcome to Casa Encanto —a romantic Spanish casita in West Beach. Just 2 blocks from the Wharf, Beach, Funk Zone, and State St., this light-filled, stylish retreat offers modern comforts with a boutique flair. Enjoy peak Riviera views from the living room, luxurious bedding, and thoughtfully curated decor. With meticulous attention to detail, this is one of the finest Airbnb experiences you'll find.

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.

Downtown charmer in the heart of Santa Barbara
A charming house located in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara. The newly remodeled 1,100 square foot house offers a state-of-the-art kitchen, bamboo wood floors and a lush and sunny front and back yard. The house is perfect for all types of travelers that are looking to experience Santa Barbara to the fullest. With State Street and dozens of restaurants, bars, wineries, theaters, shops and museums within 4 blocks, you won’t need a car to get a feel for the city.

Tiny Cottage in the Oaks, Midtown Santa Barbara
Enjoy the natural beauty of Santa Barbara minutes from beaches, attractions and wining/dining. This tiny Cottage offers a peaceful, cozy and private getaway with a lovely mountain view deck shaded by beautiful oaks. Note the Cottage is tiny, 160 sq. feet. It is simply appointed with a "cabin" feel. It is perfect for a solo traveler or cozy couple with a double (not queen) bed, mini kitchen, and tiny living room. Access requires climbing the stone steps pictured.

Ocean/mountain/city views from bath, bed or patio.
Welcoming Homestay Apartment located in the SB foothills with great views of the mountains, ocean, and islands. Semi private as hosts live on property. Has its own entry/patio. About 15 minutes to beaches/town. Close to the Mission, Botanic Garden and trails. Our aim is to provide you with a memorable stay. Guests have commented on the views and peacefulness. Min weekend/holiday stay is two days. All we ask is you abide by the house rules.
Popular amenities for Santa Barbara Downtown family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

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

Casa Alamar: Walkable Location + Max Relaxation!

Shoreline Escape

Ocean Views Beach Hot Tub Summerland/Montecito

The Rosewood by the Sea Two Bed Home Santa Barbara

Chic Boho Retreat | Spa + Sauna + Garden Oasis

Modern Beach House with Spa & Sauna

The Perfect Escape Awaits! Casa at East Beach
Family- and pet-friendly home rentals

Steps to Beach & Downtown | Family Suite + Bunks

Beach retreat for families and dogs, EV charger!

Summerland Nest, Ocean + Canyon Views

Secluded Ocean view Tiny House

Summerland Studio. Steps to downtown and beach.

Stunning House in the Woods!

Bright w/Stunning View & BBQ Patio-Paradise Studio

Private Studio with Ocean Views
Family-friendly home rentals with a pool

Rancho Mesa Escondida adobe home on organic ranch

Goodland Getaway: Home w/ heated pool & hot tub

$249 Jan. Special Sunday-Wednesday w/ Private Deck

Fun Poolside Retreat Steps Away From Beach!

Montecito Mtn View Pool House

Ground floor condo w patio 150 steps to the sand.

Cottage by the Sea steps to beach with heated pool

Cozy serene retreat close to beach & downtown!
When is the best time to visit Santa Barbara Downtown?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $627 NZD | $627 NZD | $627 NZD | $627 NZD | $688 NZD | $709 NZD | $864 NZD | $678 NZD | $626 NZD | $627 NZD | $484 NZD | $363 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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Santa Barbara Downtown holiday rentals start at $259 NZD per night before taxes and fees

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

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

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Santa Barbara Downtown's top spots, include Paseo Nuevo, Santa Barbara Museum of Art, and Fiesta 5 Theatre
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