
Apartment vacation rentals in Santa Barbara
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Total vacation rentals
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

Popular amenities for guests
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. .

Sweeping ocean views with parking & patio
NO DOGS. Enjoy ocean views from every room in this one-bedroom apartment with a loft. You can comfortably sleep 5–there’s a queen bed in the bedroom, a queen bed that can be curtained off in the living room, and a twin bed in the loft space above. Park in your own spot and walk 0.6 miles to Leadbetter beach or enjoy all of the restaurants at the harbor. Watch the sunset from the private patio while sipping a glass of Santa Barbara Syrah.

Affordable Beach Penthouse #6 •2 Blocks from Beach
Experience the best of Santa Barbara at the Affordable Beach Penthouse #6 — a bright & airy hideaway located in the West Beach area. Soak up Santa Barbara’s dreamy weather, enjoy your morning coffee and bask in the sun on the private patio & terrace. Just steps from the ocean, Stearns Wharf, the Funk Zone, and lovely dining options, wineries and boutiques, this location offers the perfect blend of coastal charm and city convenience.

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.

On the Beach with Private Enclosed Patio
A private, oceanfront ground floor apartment on a peaceful, white sand beach with only one apartment above. Enclosed, private patio with panoramic ocean, mountain and island views plus outdoor gas fire pit & gas BBQ. Steps from the patio are chairs in the sand with a huge sun umbrella. Complimentary beach bikes. Yummy cafe across the street. It's very rare to find a beachfront place at this price.

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.

Goodland Casita Near UCSB
Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. Newly remodeled casita with full kitchen, laundry, A/C! Located in a quiet residential neighborhood, only 5 minutes to UCSB, beaches, shopping, and Santa Barbara airport . 15 minutes to downtown Santa Barbara.

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.

Enchanting Upscale Hideaway - Walk to Everything
Perry Perch is the perfect destination for your California getaway! Located walking distance from West Beach, The Funk Zone, Downtown Santa Barbara and the Harbor, Perry Perch fits right into your Santa Barbara plans.
Popular amenities for Santa Barbara apartment rentals
Apartment rentals with air conditioning

1 Bedroom Beach Bungalow - Near East Beach

Santa Barbara Soul & Sea Guesthouse # 1 East Beach

The Inn At Anatega #1

Beach Getaway | Walk to Downtown & 5 Min to Beach

Coastal Haven in the Heart of Summerland

2 Bedroom Near East Beach

Watermark Suite D, Upstairs

1 bd condo steps from the sand
Family-friendly apartment rentals

Magnificent Ocean View at Malibu 1 Bedroom Getaway

The Library Suite | Steps to Beach & Downtown

Sun, Fun and the Beach Studio with Full Bathroom

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

Heavenly Escape By The Sea

Downtown Garden View Victorian Studio Apartment

Beach to Pool in 5 minutes!

Carpinteria Beach Retreat #2
Weekly apartment rentals

Surf Station #5 | 2BR Walk to Beach & Funk Zone

East Beach Ocean View Apartment

The Village Vista

Modern micro-suite in heart of Santa Barbara

The Well Ocean View Bungalow #5

Downtown Bohemian Hideaway

Private guest house In heart of Montecito

Beach Studio with Sundeck | 2-Minute Walk to Beach
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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