
Vacation rentals in Santa Barbara
Find and book unique accommodations on Airbnb
Top-rated vacation rentals in Santa Barbara
Guests agree: these stays are highly rated for location, cleanliness, and more.

Mesa Casita | walk to the beach
Discover coastal living at Mesa Casita, steps from the bluffs at Douglas Preserve and the pristine Mesa Lane Beach. This 3-bed, 2-bath home has been recently renovated with an open floor plan, top-grade finishes , and a spacious backyard. Enjoy a detached office studio with high-speed internet, relax on the private patio, or wind down by the backyard fire pit. Additional amenities include an outdoor shower, home gym, laundry, Sonos sound system, large flat-screen TV with Netflix, and EV charger.

Mi Casita- a sweet Mesa Suite-walk to beach!
A bright, comfortable studio with high ceilings, and a full sized kitchen which includes a butcher block counter seating area for working or dining. Gas stove, Fiestaware dishes, Revere ware pans, silverware, microwave, coffee maker, hot water kettle, toaster, microwave, blender, and refrigerator. Fully fenced in yard with private gate, patio, and lawn. The secluded Mesa Lane Beach is 2 blocks away, and the Douglas Family Preserve with beautiful bluff views is a 5 minute walk from the house.

Comfy Bed/Private/Patio/Secure/Smoke Free
Located near the beautiful SB Mission and Botanical Gardens, this quiet comfortable Cottage is suited for adult guest due to safety consideration not suitable for infants/children. The Cottage has no common walls with host main house. Queen bed, Black out Shades, Air Conditioning - Heating Kitchenette - Private Patio Quiet and Safe, off Street Parking. Ultra clean Non Smokers and sorry No Pets No cooking except microwave, toaster, coffee maker and hot pot. Please No shoes to be worn inside.

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.

Panoramic Views, Patio/ BBQ - Endless Summer
Breathe California and immerse yourself in Santa Barbara's majestic beauty at the Cielo Suites. An intimate collection of 2 brand new suites thoughtfully curated for those seeking a quiet retreat in one of California's most sought-after travel destinations. A peaceful and serene reserve for the discerning guest who values tranquility and comfort. Reconnect, relax and rejoice in Santa Barbara. Beautiful sunsets, panoramic views and star-lit nights await you. STVR#: 2024-0177

Private entrance bedroom with private bath & patio
Newly remodeled bedroom (with cal king bed), attached bathroom, patio with private entrance, and self check-in. Across the street there is a nature preserve with a 1.5 mile walking path offering bird watching, Los Carneros Lake, and the historic Stow House. The house is 2-stories with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms above the unit. The bedrooms above are carpeted, and we insulated the ceiling above you in an attempt to mitigate the noise, but the 60 year old floors can squeak.

Quiet &Close to everything &Private Entrance Q bed
Studio, Private Entrance, Medically clean. Private room / Bathroom in the side of our home, we live here. Let us know your needs. Self-check in, great parking, comfy bed, Beach bag/towels/sun screen. Mini fridge, Coffee Keurig, Tea Kettle, Microwave, Study desk! Goleta Beach 6 min. UCSB, Santa Barbara Airport, car rentals, Amtrak train, LAX Airbus, Santa Barbara. 5 to 15 min drive. 5 min. walk to MTD Bus-lines/15 walk to Starbucks, Traders Joe. Lock bikes in your yard.

Cozy Stone Cottage
Our property is a collection of former out-buildings for the Glendessary Manor estate of poet and composer, Robert Cameron Rogers. The Cozy Stone Cottage was originally a pump house for the beautiful water tower which you can see from the front garden. You’ll love its rustic atmosphere and the warm cozy feeling of The Stone Cottage, separate bedroom, small gas fireplace stove, and sweet patio to sit and relax or eat a meal. Come enjoy this wonderful retreat!

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.

Oakview Place
Oakview Place is a quiet, cozy 1-bedroom retreat in the prestigious San Roque neighborhood. After a day of exploring Santa Barbara, relax with a glass of wine on your own private patio, watching the sun set through the 300 year-old oak trees. Or, walk a few blocks to Harry's, our favorite watering hole. If you like to hike, Oakview Place is one block to Steven's Park and the Jesusita Trail. Off street parking. No pets.

Stay in spacious studio in SB Hills
Forget your worries in this spacious and serene space with great mountain views. In this very large private studio, with a king bed, twin bed, living room, bathroom, and kitchenette (fridge, microwave, toaster oven, and 2-burner electric cooktop). We live on the property (separate area from Airbnb) and can assist with any needs. We're on a quiet mountain road, while easy to get downtown and freeway.

Private studio in garden setting
Very small rustic studio has relaxing, peaceful vibe. Super comfortable bed for a good nights sleep. Outdoor brick patio with seating, private enclosed shower. In the foothills above SB Mission, 10 minutes from downtown & beach. Safe, quiet neighborhood.
Popular amenities for Santa Barbara vacation rentals
Stay near Santa Barbara's top sights
Other great vacation rentals in Santa Barbara

A Dreamy Beach Bungalow

Casa Riviera 14 – Boutique Suites

Enchanting Upscale Hideaway - Walk to Everything!

Montecito Luxury Stay (Stay Montecito)

SB Beachside Bungalow, Dog Friendly!

Charming 100-Year-Old Santa Barbara Beach Bungalow

Modern retreat in Santa Barbara

Ocean View Garden Studio
Quick stats about vacation rentals in Santa Barbara
Total vacation rentals
Explore 1,830 vacation rentals in Santa Barbara
Verified guest reviews
Over 108,180 verified reviews to help you choose
Family-friendly vacation rentals
920 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities
Pet-friendly vacation rentals
Find 700 rentals that welcome pets
Vacation rentals with a pool
250 properties feature pools
Rentals with dedicated workspaces
1,020 properties have a dedicated workspace
Wifi availability
1,800 of Santa Barbara vacation rentals include wifi access
Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Pet friendly, Self check-in, and Laptop-friendly workspace across Santa Barbara rentals
4.8 Average rating
Santa Barbara stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
Nearby attractions
Santa Barbara’s top spots, include Santa Barbara Zoo, Santa Barbara Bowl, and Paseo Nuevo
Destinations to explore
- Southern California Vacation rentals
- Los Angeles Vacation rentals
- Stanton Vacation rentals
- Las Vegas Vacation rentals
- Channel Islands of California Vacation rentals
- La Joya Vacation rentals
- San Francisco Bay Area Vacation rentals
- San Diego Vacation rentals
- San Francisco Vacation rentals
- Central California Vacation rentals
- San Francisco Peninsula Vacation rentals
- Palm Springs Vacation rentals
- Condo rentals Santa Barbara
- Rentals with beach access Santa Barbara
- Rentals with a hot tub Santa Barbara
- Townhouse rentals Santa Barbara
- Family-friendly rentals Santa Barbara
- Cottage rentals Santa Barbara
- Villa rentals Santa Barbara
- Rentals with a patio Santa Barbara
- Rentals with a washer and dryer Santa Barbara
- Waterfront rentals Santa Barbara
- Fitness-friendly rentals Santa Barbara
- Rentals with a firepit Santa Barbara
- Rentals with a fireplace Santa Barbara
- Mansion rentals Santa Barbara
- Guesthouse rentals Santa Barbara
- Hotel rentals Santa Barbara
- Private suite rentals Santa Barbara
- Pet-friendly rentals Santa Barbara
- House rentals Santa Barbara
- Rentals with outdoor seating Santa Barbara
- Beachfront rentals Santa Barbara
- Cabin rentals Santa Barbara
- Rentals with pools Santa Barbara
- Rentals with breakfast Santa Barbara
- Apartment rentals Santa Barbara
- Rentals with an EV charger Santa Barbara
- Silver Strand State Beach
- Carpinteria City Beach
- Oxnard State Beach Park
- Hollywood Beach
- Rincon Beach
- Butterfly Beach
- Captain State Beach
- Port Hueneme Beach Park
- La Conchita Beach
- Hollywood Beach
- West Beach
- East Beach
- Point Mugu Beach
- Mesa Lane Beach
- Mondo's Beach
- Miramar Beach
- Gaviota Beach
- Arroyo Quemada Beach
- Sycamore Cove Beach
- Arroyo Burro Beach
- Goleta Beach
- Santa Barbara Zoo
- Leadbetter Beach
- Hendrys Beach
- Things to do Santa Barbara
- Things to do Santa Barbara County
- Nature and outdoors Santa Barbara County
- Sports activities Santa Barbara County
- Art and culture Santa Barbara County
- Things to do California
- Tours California
- Art and culture California
- Sports activities California
- Nature and outdoors California
- Wellness California
- Food and drink California
- Entertainment California
- Sightseeing California
- Things to do United States
- Sports activities United States
- Sightseeing United States
- Wellness United States
- Food and drink United States
- Art and culture United States
- Tours United States
- Nature and outdoors United States
- Entertainment United States