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Some of the best backpacker spots in Santa Barbara

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Situated in Santa Barbara, 400 metres from West Beach, ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel features accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities. Popular points of interest nearby include Santa Barbara City College, Antioch College and Brooks Institute of Photography. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

Amazing location. Super clean. Great bed and shower

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8.9
Fabulous
218 reviews
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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Hostels that guests love in Santa Barbara

  • Avg. price/night: € 332.38
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,098 reviews
    Great location, just few steps to beach area. Secure parking, very friendly stuff.
    EDA
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 205.40
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,372 reviews
    Great location, clean and tidy and breakfast is a bonus.
    Matt
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 335.29
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,567 reviews
    Great location, great rooms and nice pool area
    Annette
    Group
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 287 reviews
    Great location, and lovely looking hotel by the marina. Breakfast was ok but not amazing. Good for a nights stay
    Katie
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 230.19
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,146 reviews
    Very nice staff. Great location. Overall quiet. Simple but sufficient breakfast. Big room. TV OK. Clean. Easy safe parking. Plenty of nearby restaurants within walking distance. I would return.
    Peter
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: € 325.32
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,907 reviews
    Breakfast was varied, for all family members' tastes: fruits, yogurts, cereal, toast, warm breakfast, etc. The rooms were clean and spacious, with very comfortable beds. Great location: close to the beach, to town, to the train station. I felt very safe walking in the streets, even when still dark. Very kind and friendly receptionists and people working in the hotel.
    Castro
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: € 313.64
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 639 reviews
    Great location. Nice choice of breakfast. Nice large double shower. Safe in room. Free water bottle was a nice touch.
    Elaine
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 183.19
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,275 reviews
    location was good if you have a car. Was one of the cheapest options in Santa Barbara, so good if you’re traveling on a budget. also free parking.
    Tom
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 325.32
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,907 reviews
    Great location Good breakfast Safe and secure
    Catherine
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: € 120.27
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 588 reviews
    Clean. Quiet. Safe. Cheapest but still expensive.
    Magnus
    Young couple