
Apartment vacation rentals in Santa Barbara
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Explore 340 vacation rentals in Santa Barbara

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Family-friendly vacation rentals
80 properties offer extra space & kid-friendly amenities

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Find 180 rentals that welcome pets

Vacation rentals with a pool
10 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
150 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
330 of Santa Barbara vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool 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
Top-rated apartment rentals in Santa Barbara
Guests agree: these apartments are highly rated for location, cleanliness, and more.

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.

ON THE SAND! Cape Cod Charm
On Silverstrand Beach, Refurbished Apt, w/Fireplace & Queen Bed on the Sand. Full Shower (no tub), Sitting Room w/ Twin Trundle Bed for 1 Adult, OR 1 Child & 1 infant under 2 (at no charge). Licensed by Ventura County. Our Dryer has a Steam Setting and Sanitize Cycle for all Bed Linens & Towels. SORRY we no longer take 2 children over 2, as the place got thrashed. Great Beach for boogy boarding or moonlit walks. View the Channel Islands most days. Hear Waves Crash as they Put You to Sleep. .

Rare Beach Penthouse #5 • West Beach • Funk Zone
Welcome to the Rare Beach Penthouse #5—a serene oasis in the heart of Santa Barbara. Mornings invite coffee on the private sunlit patio, while evenings are best with a complimentary champagne toast after a day at the beach. Blending coastal tranquility with city convenience, the apartment is only steps from the ocean, Stearns Wharf, and the vibrant Funk Zone—home to Santa Barbara’s most acclaimed dining, art galleries, wine tasting rooms, and boutiques.

Private Balcony Luxury Studio Downtown Santa Ynez
Wake up with coffee on your private balcony overlooking downtown Santa Ynez before spending the day exploring wineries, tasting rooms, boutique shops, and local restaurants just steps away. This professionally designed studio by Costera Interiors features a king bed, full kitchen, in-unit laundry, and modern finishes, creating the perfect wine country retreat for couples, anniversary trips, and relaxing weekend escapes.

Mountain view with parking & yard
NO DOGS. Spread out in this newly renovated apartment with gorgeous mountain views from the wall-to-wall windows in the living room. Park in your private spot and walk 0.6 miles to Leadbetter beach or enjoy the restaurants at the harbor. Relax in the private, fully fenced yard or cook a meal in the well—appointed kitchen. Just bring your suitcase—we’ve got everything you need to enjoy beautiful Santa Barbara.

The Inn At Anatega #1
The Inn At Anatega. Newly renovated one-bedroom in downtown Santa Barbara's Presidio district. Features a separate bedroom, full bath, in-unit washer/dryer, and striking arched windows that fill the space with light. Frame TVs in both rooms, plus a kitchenette with microwave, mini fridge, toaster, and kettle. Pottery Barn finishes and Quince linens throughout. Steps from Dune, Handlebar, La Paloma, and Gala.

Mesa Cottage~Nearby Beach Access
Discover serenity in our Mesa Beach Front Cottage, a hidden gem just 2 blocks away from Mesa Lane Beach. This thoughtfully designed Front Cottage offers a blend of modern comforts and coastal charm, featuring a sunlit living space, a fully equipped kitchen, and a tranquil Flagstone Patio with fire pit. This is a perfect retreat for those seeking relaxation on the Coast of California.

Private guest house In heart of Montecito
This one-bedroom apartment is situated on top of the garage building and has a separate entrance and a private yard. Its walking distance to down town Montecito's famous Coast Village Road and Butterfly Beach is a nice walking distance away. It has a light living room a bright kitchen with breakfast bar and bathroom with washer/ dryer and separate bedroom with a queen bed.

1 Bd Bungalow 1/2 Block to Beach
Explore Santa Barbara from this charming Bungalow located near the lively Funk Zone and only a half block away from the beautiful West Beach. This newly remodeled 1 bedroom apartment offers comfort and charm making it an ideal getaway for beach lovers and adventurers alike.

1 bedroom cottage near Cabrillo Park!
Newly renovated studio near East Beach and Cabrillo Park, where the Rainbow Arch is. Relaxing at the beach is a quick walk from the property, lower state street and funk zone area would be about a 30 minute walk along the beach but would be a quick drive.

Mesa Studio
The studio is located in the Mesa and is only one mile from downtown and the beach. Studio includes: Queen bed Bathroom with shower & tub Kitchenette: sink, fridge, microwave Linens & towels Iron Parking is available on the street

The XL Family Suite | Steps to Beach & Downtown
Ground-floor bungalow-style suite with a king-size bed and twin bunk beds—perfect for kids near Santa Barbara's Waterfront. Enjoy indoor-outdoor living, a full kitchen, and vintage coastal charm at this boutique beach retreat.
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The Vista Suite | Steps to Beach & Downtown

Zen 1BR Retreat Near Santa Barbara & Montecito

Santa Barbara ~ East Beach Retreat Soul & Sea #7

Luxury Villa in West Beach, by Pier & Funk Zone

Lux Coastal Retreat • Steps to Sand• Heated Pool

East Beach Bungalow!

Sun, Fun and the Beach Studio with Full Bathroom

Santa Ynez Wine Valley Get Away
Private apartment rentals

Playa One Bedroom (255)

Downtown Garden View Victorian Studio Apartment

Iconic, Unique Home in the Heart of Downtown SB!

Neptunes Retreat 2 BD On The Sand

Downtown Bohemian Hideaway

The Well Ocean View Bungalow #5

The Village Vista

La Casita close to the beach
Apartment rentals with a hot tub

1 bd condo steps from the sand

Charming Cottage Walkable to Butterfly Beach

1 Bedroom Beach Bungalow - Near East Beach

Newly Renovated by East Beach

2 Bedroom Near East Beach

Carpinteria Beach Retreat #2

Architect's 2 Bed Beach House 1 block to beach!

Vacation Condo, Carpinteria
When is the best time to visit Santa Barbara?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ 804 | ﺩ.ﺇ 823 | ﺩ.ﺇ 837 | ﺩ.ﺇ 896 | ﺩ.ﺇ 867 | ﺩ.ﺇ 922 | ﺩ.ﺇ 962 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,028 | ﺩ.ﺇ 859 | ﺩ.ﺇ 863 | ﺩ.ﺇ 874 | ﺩ.ﺇ 815 |
| 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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