Comments on: How To Have a Budget Vacation in High End Santa Barbara

By: Lauren B.

Lauren B. — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 20:29:01 +0000

Wow, all the above comments are all saying the same thing about Santa Barbara-it is not hard to have a budget friendly vacation in an above board expensive town like Santa Barbara. The Sandman Inn and the South Coast but have a lot to offer a traveler depending on what they are looking for in their vacations. One is much nicer and elegant than the other (South Coast) and the Sandman Inn is for quick vacations in a great area that is beyond affordable. I’ve stayed at both and I can’t say bad things about either. So I would have to recommend both!

By: Stephanie

Stephanie — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 06:21:57 +0000

Having a budget vacation in the ultra expensive Santa Barbara isn’t all that hard. There are a ton of great restaurants to choose from as well as family fun activities or if there are no kids involved- adult activities. When I went to UCSB, I had a lot of fun exploring the city and getting acclimated with my surroundings. I’ve stayed at the Days Inn in downtown and I wasn’t too impressed with accommodations as well that the service was shotty. Uncle Rocco’s is a great pizza place right in the heart of SB and has some EXCELLENT pizza! I also recommend Rustys down by the pier. Love that it is in a lighthouse! If you are looking for more elegance at a lower cost I would recommend checking out The South Coast Inn (www.goleta-hotel.com). Right outside of town with much more class then a lousy and expensive hotel right in town.

By: Grace

Grace — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 18:53:14 +0000

I totally agree with Lesly! Rose Cafe is an excellent restaurant to dine at! As well as the South Coast Inn. Best value in Santa Barbara; very elegant and the service is excellent as well!

By: Lesly J.

Lesly J. — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 16:59:42 +0000

These are some great tips! There are plenty of other great budget hotels and restaurants all along Santa Barbara so it makes your trip a whole lot easier to handle and afford. Rose Cafe is a great mexican restaurant that isn’t too expensive and it is right on the mesa. As well as the South Coast Inn. Really elegant and it gives you the ability to escape the noise of downtown but being close enough to be right there whenever you want!

By: Taylor Logan-Smith

Taylor Logan-Smith — Thu, 19 May 2011 04:52:28 +0000

You should add going to Rusty’s Pizza along the beach and hiking Inspiration Point (if you’re up for it!). Also a great place to stay would be The Sandman Inn (www.thesandmaninn.com). The location is great and the price is even greater. The rooms are quaint and their two beautiful pools make any vacation that much better!

By: Nancy Coleman

Nancy Coleman — Sun, 15 May 2011 03:48:30 +0000

The Orange Tree Inn is nice, but I have found from my personal experience the Sandman Inn to be the best value for doing Santa Barbara on a budget! It’s located right on State Street within walking distance of all the prime shopping and restaurants, and is a quaint and comfortable hotel. They have two pools, both with great views of the mountains. Also, check out some of the great hikes in Santa Barbara for free fun!

By: Amanda

Amanda — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 21:16:42 +0000

there are a lot of inexpensive restaurants on State Street in Santa Barbara. The ones you mentioned are good and there are others. It’s because Santa Barbara is also a college town, and college students are always looking for cheap eats.