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Local Hotel Options
Low-cost on-campus options
These may be some on-campus options for short-term stays, such as the Faculty Club. Availability is limited, so reservations need to be made early.
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Notes: Prices and terms are subject to change without notice. It is usually best to call the local (805) number for these hotels, rather than use an (800) number or a reservation website. Calling the local number will enable you to get more accurate information about UCSB/KITP discounts, and about availability for your dates. N.B.: With nearly all local motels, there are some dates during the year (such as UCSB graduation weekend in June or during Old Spanish Days festival in August) when rates may be substantially higher.
The Best Western Southcoast Inn is located about 3 miles from the KITP. KITP visitors get a discounted rate as follows (rates are per night/week, plus 10% tax):
These rates are for single or double occupancy, and are guaranteed on weekends and holidays. The rooms have either one king bed or two queen beds. You may not get as low a rate online, in which case, you will need to call or e-mail the motel directly and request the KITP rate. It is necessary to secure your reservation at The Southcoast Inn with a credit card. You must cancel by 4:00PM on the date of arrival to avoid being charged. The KITP rate is not available online or through travel agents, but you may either call or email your reservation request to sales at santa-barbara-hotel.com. You must identify yourself as a KITP visitor to get the discounted rate.
[TOP] Extended StayAmericaThe Extended StayAmerica is located about 3.5 miles from KITP. It is 1/2 mile from the #11 city bus line to campus or downtown SB. There is nearby an off-road bike path to campus. Gold Cab offers a 10% discount on taxi service to their guests.
[TOP] Best Western Peppertree InnLocated on upper State Street with easy access to highway 101, the Peppertree Inn is near the La Cumbre Plaza shopping center, within walking distance of many other restaurants and shops, and a short bus ride from downtown Santa Barbara. It is located 7 miles from KITP and takes about 10 minutes by car.
The hotel offers complimentary shuttle service to the Santa Barbara airport, the Amtrak station, and to/from UCSB. All rooms are non-smoking rooms. This is a "business class" motel, offering free high-speed wireless internet, a guest laundry facility as well as valet laundry service, and an exercise facility. Breakfast is not complimentary, but coffee and fruit are available in the lobby 24 hours a day. The Treehouse Restaurant and Lounge is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Please be sure to mention UCSB to receive the discounted rate (rates are per night/week, plus 12% tax).
[TOP] Holiday InnThe Holiday Inn is located next to the Southcoast Inn. Rates are higher during the summer months, May 1 through Labor Day. No extra charge for double occupancy, up to 4 people per room. Request UCSB rate. If there are any questions about qualifying for the UCSB rate, ask to speak to "Daniel," the front desk manager. There is a restaurant on the premises. Free high-speed wireless internet access and expanded cable service is available in all rooms. A coin-operated laundry is provided, and there is a complimentary shuttle to the airport (6:15am to 10:00pm). Another amenity is access to the Goleta Valley Athletic Club.
Hampton InnThe recently-opened Hampton Inn is located only 2.5 miles from KITP, about 1.5 miles from the airport. No extra charge for double occupancy, up to 4 people per room. Rooms start around $150; 7-day discount. Rates vary; check online. No shuttle service, but very conveniently located if you have a car. They are also on the #11 bus line, with service every 1/2 hour to campus during the daytime. Rate includes complimentary breakfast. Free high speed internet access; free local phone calls. Swimming pool, fitness room. Near Old Town Goleta shops, but not convenient to bike/foot paths.
Pacifica SuitesThe Pacifica Suites Hotel is an "all-suites" hotel about 2 miles from KITP. Suites have separate bedrooms, C.D. Player and DVD Player. Also have refrigerator and bath with separate dressing area. Rates are higher on weekends and in summer. No shuttle service, but they are on the #11 bus line, running every 1/2 hour to campus during the daytime. They offer a discount to our visitors; enter UCSB for the "Corporate Code."
[TOP] Motel 6Motel 6 is a budget motel located 1/2 mile from the Southcoast Inn, much cheaper than the others above. Getting from there to KITP requires use of a car or taxi. Rates change frequently; check their website for details.
Super 8Super Eight is another budget motel located 1 and 1/2 miles from UCSB. (Although their address is on Hollister, the entrance is from Fairview.) Rates change periodically and are generally higher than Motel 6. To be certain of getting the UCSB rate (a "10% discount rate"), ask for the front desk manager (Darryl) or the general manager (Van). They are conveniently located on the #11 bus line, with service every 1/2 hour to campus during the daytime.
El PradoThe El Prado Inn has been recommended by recent visitors as a good option for housing midway between campus and downtown Santa Barbara. It is located a short walk away from the stop for the express bus to UCSB.
[TOP] Holiday Inn ExpressHoliday Inn Express (Hotel Virginia) is a 61-room hotel in the downtown Santa Barbara area, near the beach and downtown sightseeing and shopping. It features classic 1920's art decor furnishings with modern amenities, such as free WiFi access. It is fully air-conditioned and has a private parking lot (there is a $7 per day parking fee). Because of location, prices are more like a regular Holiday Inn than Express. Rate includes a continental breakfast, and no extra charge for double occupancy (when available). To get the KITP special rate, let them know you are with "Theoretical Physics" at UCSB. The manager is Kay Mortar.
HostelThere is 'hostel' in Santa Barbara, the Santa Barbara Tourist Hotel. This is a low-cost alternative located in the downtown Santa Barbara area.
Complete Guide to Area Hotels
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Hotels that Allow Pets
Some useful websites for visitors who must travel with a pet are: Pet Friendly Hotels, Pets on the Go, Pets Welcome, Bring Your Pet. A guide to Vacation Rentals and Rental Listings on the WebThese tend to be longer term, by the week, month, or even longer. [TOP] last modified9/15/09 me |
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