Find Cheap Hostels in Santa Barbara

Compare 14 Hostels in Santa Barbara with updated reviews, rates, and availability.

Bicycling
The River Hostel
2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (232)
"Friendly and helpful staff. Good common areas. Breakfast buffet was very good. "
The River Hostel
Front of property
Red Nest Hostel
2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (86)
"Was incredibly cheap and as such the facilities were great for the price point. Clean, but cheap! "
The price is $61
$68 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Red Nest Hostel
Superior Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Purple Nest Hostel
1.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (134)
"We had a very comfortable stay of 3 nights at Purple Nest Hostal. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The facilities were great. "
The price is $56
$62 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Purple Nest Hostel
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Exterior
Micampus Galileo Galilei
2.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (96)
"confusing, overpriced"
The price is $94
$103 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Micampus Galileo Galilei
Shared Dormitory, Women only, Private Bathroom (La Higuera - 1 bed in 4 Bed Dorm) | In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Cantagua Hostel
2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (18)
"A lovely friendly hostel with a great shared area and vibe. "
Cantagua Hostel
View from room
Home Youth Hostel
2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (48)
"Really friendly staff always ready to help. Overall, it was very clean, neat, and comfortable!"
The price is $94
$104 total
includes taxes & fees
May 26 - May 27
Home Youth Hostel
Lobby sitting area
Residencia Universitaria Damià Bonet - Campus Accommodation
2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (54)
"Great location to work at the university"
The price is $99
$109 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Residencia Universitaria Damià Bonet - Campus Accommodation
Bar (on property)
Up Station Hostel
2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (64)
"The hostel felt a juvenile center. I would never stay there again."
Up Station Hostel
Basic Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Living area
Quart Youth Hostel
2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (48)
"The building is modern and the common area is nice and inviting! It was great for my quick stay with friends on our road trip! The front desk staff are very helpful when you ask for local suggestions. "
Quart Youth Hostel
Terrace/patio
Hostal Garden Rous
Hostal Garden Rous
Property grounds
Youth Hostel Center Valencia
2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2)
"Buen sitio para descansar. Personal agradable y conocí gente muy simpática. Aprovechamos para charlar y hasta hacer un poco de música"
Youth Hostel Center Valencia
Interior detail
Urban Youth Hostel
2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (24)
"Cute hostel close to the metro and beach, nice beds in the dorm room."
Urban Youth Hostel
Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Valencia Lounge Hostel
2.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (49)
"The check-in started exactly at 2 PM which was the announced time. The check-in was quick and we were shown to our room in no time. They are also responsive on WhatsApp as they contacted me in advance to confirm our arrival time. Room was nice, place was quiet "
Valencia Lounge Hostel
Food court
Home Backpackers Valencia by Feetup Hostels
2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (6)
"Nice hostel, great kitchen, helpful staff. Very enjoyable stay."
Home Backpackers Valencia by Feetup Hostels
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Other property types in Santa Barbara

Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 9 per person)
Apartamentos Plaza Picasso
3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (547)
"Great property to stay and very convenient location."
The price is $110
$121 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 9 - Jun 10
Apartamentos Plaza Picasso
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Parker The Urban Flats
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (411)
"Folks at reception (Alejandro, Daniela, Valentina) are outstanding. Kitchen, bedroom, living room are great. Bathroom has a few issues: faucet is very short, showerhead waterpressure low, and the hot water tank is tiny. More than two people can’t shower in a row, you’ll run out of hot water."
The price is $158
$174 total
includes taxes & fees
May 26 - May 27
Parker The Urban Flats
Bar (on property)
Valenciaflats Ciudad de las Ciencias
3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (252)
"This was such a fun and easy place to stay! The staff were extremely friendly, and happy to talk in English or help me work on my Spanish :) The breakfast was relaxing and delicious. The apartment was perfect - clean, quiet, spacious, etc. We will absolutely stay here again!"
The price is $168
$185 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22
Valenciaflats Ciudad de las Ciencias
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Santa Barbara Hostels information

Number of reviews
845
Accommodation
14 Hostels
Lowest Price
$56
Highest Price
$99

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Santa Barbara?
Our travelers like these places to stay in the area, and they may offer reasonable nightly rates: Hotel Turia - 4.9 mi (7.8 km) from the heart of Santa Barbara. Located steps from Plaza del Ayuntamiento. Property features at this hostal include free WiFi, a bar, and a 24-hour front desk. Hotel Primus Valencia - 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from the heart of Santa Barbara. Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Pl. Espanya Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and multilingual staff at this capsule hotel. SH Colon Valencia Hotel - 6 mi (9.6 km) from the heart of Santa Barbara. 2-minute walk from Rosas Station for easy access to public transit. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a restaurant, and a bar at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Santa Barbara?
Good weather’s definitely a plus when you’re discovering new places, so here’s some information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 77°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 53°F. Average annual precipitation for Santa Barbara is 18 inches.
What is there to see and do in Santa Barbara?
Major attractions include City of Arts and Sciences, Malvarrosa Beach, and Oceanogràfic Aquarium. Get out into nature with places like Valencia Botanical Gardens, Royal Gardens, and Turia Gardens. Locals like to shop at Nuevo Centro and Central Market.
What's the best way to get to and around Santa Barbara while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Santa Barbara in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Valencia Airport (VLC), located 4.4 mi (7 km) from the city center.

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Hotel Las Arenas Balneario Resort

Hotel Las Arenas Balneario Resort

5/5 Excellent
"Luxuous property near the beach, great in summer. I loved the promenade, the pool. Bus close to the property to go to city center."
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Hotel Las Arenas Balneario Resort