Private suite holiday rentals in Santa Barbara

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Quick stats about private suite rentals in Santa Barbara

  • Total holiday rentals

    Explore 120 holiday rentals in Santa Barbara

  • Nightly prices starting at

    Santa Barbara holiday rentals start at £37 per night before taxes and fees

  • Verified guest reviews

    Over 21,200 verified reviews to help you choose

  • Family-friendly holiday rentals

    10 properties offer extra space & child-friendly amenities

  • Pet-friendly holiday rentals

    Find 30 rentals that welcome pets

  • Holiday rentals with a pool

    10 properties feature pools

  • Rentals with dedicated workspaces

    70 properties have a dedicated workspace

  • Wifi availability

    120 of Santa Barbara holiday rentals include wifi access

  • Popular amenities for guests

    Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Santa Barbara rentals

  • 4.9 Average rating

    Santa Barbara stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.9 out of 5!

  • Nearby attractions

    Santa Barbara’s top spots include Santa Barbara Zoo, Santa Barbara Bowl and Paseo Nuevo

Top-rated private suite rentals in Santa Barbara

Guests agree: these private suite rentals are highly rated for location, cleanliness and more.

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Top guest favourite
A modern living area showcases a mounted flat-screen TV above a contemporary fireplace. Shelving displays decorative items against a dark backdrop. A sturdy coffee table, adorned with a decorative bowl and remote controls, complements the cozy seating provided by a brown leather couch.
Guest suite in Santa Barbara
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 162 reviews

Luxury Getaway with Ocean/Island Views & Big Deck

This modern farmhouse-style luxury suite boasts a stunning outdoor deck with cozy seating around a fire pit. Inside you'll find a bright, open-plan kitchen & living area with chic decor and state-of-the-art appliances. Enjoy meals in the elegant dining space or unwind in the spacious living room with a large TV and fireplace. The bedrooms offer plush beds & ample storage. Immaculate bathrooms feature stylish fixtures. Nestled in a picturesque setting, this retreat promises comfort & tranquility.

Guest favourite
A private yard is shown, featuring a lush green lawn and vibrant flower beds. A meandering path leads through the garden, bordered by a low fence. Garden decorations and seating can be seen in the background, creating a serene outdoor space.
Guest suite in Santa Barbara
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 486 reviews

Mi Casita- a sweet Mesa Suite-walk to beach!

A bright, comfortable studio with high ceilings, and a full sized kitchen which includes a butcher block counter seating area for working or dining. Gas stove, Fiestaware dishes, Revere ware pans, silverware, microwave, coffee maker, hot water kettle, toaster, microwave, blender, and refrigerator. Fully fenced in yard with private gate, patio, and lawn. The secluded Mesa Lane Beach is 2 blocks away, and the Douglas Family Preserve with beautiful bluff views is a 5 minute walk from the house.

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Guest suite in Santa Barbara
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 966 reviews

Downtown Treehouse-Vibe, Mountain Views, Bikes

This 1 bedroom, 1 bath place has a full kitchen and the Interior Designer owner has created a unique, artistic treehouse vibe. Enjoy the balcony with a mountain view, delightful gardens, and outdoor seating area. Walk to restaurants and downtown. Free bikes and coffee/tea! EV charging available. Legal Airbnb/includes taxes. The City has started aggressively enforcing on 1,000+ illegal operators, look it up. See details at the bottom to avoid the risk of booking a place that may cancel on you!

Guest favourite
A well-lit studio space features a spacious bed covered with white linens, situated beside a large mirror. A small wooden table with a chair and a nightstand are included. Natural light filters through the windows, illuminating the light wood flooring and simple decor.
Guest suite in Carpinteria
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 193 reviews

Cozy studio with sunny backyard

Experience beautiful Santa Barbara, Carpinteria, and Summerland while staying at this cozy studio. This small space is the perfect place to rest your head after a long day of exploring the surrounding area, after a wedding, or just as a quick stop while road tripping along the coast. There’s a peaceful outdoor space to enjoy your morning coffee or evening wine, away from the hustle and bustle. Uniquely located 1-mile from Santa Claus beach and a 13 minute drive to downtown Santa Barbara.

Top guest favourite
A cozy main room features a black sofa adorned with cushions and a throw blanket. A black coffee table holds a vase of fresh flowers. Natural light filters through the plantation shutters, illuminating the space that includes a small dining area with a round table and gray chairs.
Guest suite in Santa Barbara
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 178 reviews

Edgewater Escape: Private Guest Suite by the Beach

Enjoy the best of Santa Barbara from this beautiful 1-bedroom guest suite (attached to our house) in the Mesa neighborhood. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac, this unit is perfect for a nice getaway retreat. We are a short distance (3.5 blocks) from the beach stairs (241 steps); a beautiful bluff-front park (Douglas Family Preserve); Shoreline Park; close to great restaurants; a lovely organic market; and just a short drive (~7 minutes) to State Street and Santa Barbara's famed Funk Zone.

Guest favourite
A secluded outdoor area is shown, featuring a private entrance with french doors that lead to the unit. Comfortable seating is arranged on a wooden deck under shade from trees, with natural landscaping and gravel pathways surrounding the space.
Guest suite in Santa Barbara
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 594 reviews

Beach/ Natural Preserve, Multi-Room

Newly renovated rear unit of house. Separate entrance, bedroom, living room/2d bedroom, secluded yard. Spacious, high-ceilings, sparkling clean. Upscale bathroom, 55”-Smart-TV, hi-speed WiFi, new bed, new full-size futon. Located 100 yards from 75-acre Kirk and Michael Douglas Preserve, 1-mile of beach. Very safe, quiet "Mesa" neighborhood, two shopping centers. Downtown is 2.5 miles. Backyard now features sunny sitting area. Concrete floors now restaurant-style polished.

Top guest favourite
A spacious bedroom is presented with natural light flowing through large sliding doors leading to the patio. A comfortable bed is centered in the room, surrounded by neutral decor and a decorative area rug. A small dining area with a round table is visible, enhancing functionality.
Guest suite in Goleta
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 440 reviews

Private entrance bedroom with private bath & patio

Newly remodeled bedroom (with cal king bed), attached bathroom, patio with private entrance, and self check-in. Across the street there is a nature preserve with a 1.5 mile walking path offering bird watching, Los Carneros Lake, and the historic Stow House. The house is 2-stories with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms above the unit. The bedrooms above are carpeted, and we insulated the ceiling above you in an attempt to mitigate the noise, but the 60 year old floors can squeak.

Guest favourite
A spacious sleeping area features a king size bed dressed in a textured grey coverlet. Soft lighting from two bedside lamps enhances the calming atmosphere. A wooden bench sits at the foot of the bed, and the floor is adorned with a colorful area rug.
Guest suite in Goleta
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 555 reviews

Cozy Studio w/Private entrance & parking. KING BED

Recently remodeled studio. Studio has private entrance and one private parking space. King size bed makes a great place to relax, only 5 minute drive to UCSB, Cottage Hospital and Goleta pier/beach. We have the fastest WIFI internet available in the area so working from the studio is not a problem. Studio shares a wall with the main house but we are a quiet family so noise should not be an issue. New appliances and smart TV. Water softener and filter system throughout.

Top guest favourite
A private wooden deck features two white chairs and a small table, surrounded by lush greenery and a large tree. The area is illuminated by natural light, with views of the landscape and distant hills visible in the background.
Guest suite in Summerland
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 215 reviews

Summerland Nest, Ocean + Canyon Views

Amazing romantic getaway! Walk to the Beach and Hiking Trails from The Summerland Nest. Our beautifully remodeled studio is a 5-10 minute walk to restaurants, coffee, shops and the beach! A short drive North to Montecito's Coast Village road shops and eateries. Or South to the quaint town of Carpinteria. Or, just stay in and enjoy the views and sunsets from your own private deck! The Nest has a Queen Size bed and we are pet friendly but we only allow dogs.

Top guest favourite
A cozy living area features a light-colored sofa and a coffee table with a woven basket on top. A flat-screen TV is mounted above a decorative fireplace. Natural light enters through a large window, with views of the garden outside visible through white blinds.
Guest suite in Santa Barbara
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 203 reviews

Beautiful 1 Bedroom - Beach Side Guest Suite

Enjoy the ocean breeze and sunshine at this beautiful 1 bedroom guest suite, located only 1 block from the beach and Shoreline Park. As you walk through the private entrance, you escape into a lush gardened yard with outdoor seating, fruit trees and peaceful sunshine; it's the perfect place to relax and unwind. You're a quick walk to the beach and a 5min drive into the downtown area, this is the perfect home base to enjoy all that Santa Barbara has to offer.

Guest favourite
The studio's exterior is framed by trees, showcasing a wooden deck with stairs leading up to the entrance. A stone path curves through the landscape, while the façade features multiple windows and a pitched roof, blending with the natural surroundings.
Guest suite in Santa Barbara
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 193 reviews

Mountain View - Serenity Minutes from Downtown

Amazing view of mountains and undeveloped coastal hills. This quiet studio situated in natural setting, was once the master suite for the original house. It is separated from the house by a breezeway with looked doors at both ends. Unit has private parking and entrance. Floor to ceiling window take advantage of the view, but design of the structure and the landscaping maintain your privacy. Unit has separate kitchen, bathtub, shower, washer and dryer.

Guest favourite
Guest suite in Santa Barbara
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 691 reviews

Ocean/mountain/city views from bath, bed or patio.

Welcoming Homestay Apartment located in the SB foothills with great views of the mountains, ocean, and islands. Semi private as hosts live on property. Has its own entry/patio. About 15 minutes to beaches/town. Close to the Mission, Botanic Garden and trails. Our aim is to provide you with a memorable stay. Guests have commented on the views and peacefulness. Min weekend/holiday stay is two days. All we ask is you abide by the house rules.

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