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A hybrid car is a great way to reduce your carbon footprint while driving through Santa Barbara, but a convertible is a great option when cruising along the coast, especially in the summer, as you can drop the top and enjoy some scenic views. If you're going on a road trip with family or friends, a minivan offers more comfort and space for all the passengers.
The speed limit in Californian cities is usually 25 mph, unless the posted signs say otherwise, particularly in school zones and other residential areas. Two-lane highways have a speed limit of 55 mph, while most highways have a 65 mph limit. However, some highways allow drivers to go a maximum speed of 70 mph.
There are several parking lots in the downtown and waterfront areas. Downtown parking also provides access to State Street and its surroundings, the Old Town, and the Waterfront areas. Parking is paid between 7:30 a.m. and 11 p.m., Sunday to Thursday, and 7:30 a.m. to 2 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. The first 75 minutes are free and the following hours have a $1.50 hourly rate.
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at Avis (S$ 59/day), Dollar (S$ 64/day) and Budget (S$ 90/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest hire car price was found at Avis 305 East Haley Street 93101 (1 kilometres from the city centre).
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire in Santa Barbara is Budget (6.9, 82 reviews).
The average price of fuel in Santa Barbara is S$ 4.91 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between S$ 59 and S$ 78, depending on the car size.
Standard (Ford Edge or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Santa Barbara.
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A Standard car rental in Santa Barbara costs S$ 132 per day, on average.
A Full Size car rental in Santa Barbara costs S$ 160 per day, on average.
A Luxury car rental in Santa Barbara costs S$ 179 per day, on average.
3 locations in Santa Barbara
Locations in Santa Barbara
3210 State St
+1 805 966 3097
500 James Fowler Rd
+1 805 683 3012
601 Chapala St
+1 805 966 3097
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10.0 Wonderful
Robert, Oct 2024
Economy
8.0 Very Good
Tonise, Aug 2024
Economy
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2023
Standard SUV
10.0 Wonderful
Rebecca, Sept 2023
Standard
10.0 Wonderful
Elizabeth, Nov 2020
Pros:
Very helpful staff, pick up and drop-offCons:
Nothing. Really appreciated the savings offered by using Kayak on the catastrophic coverage!8.0 Very Good
Anonymous, Nov 2020
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Staff was really friendly and very accommodating. The pick up and drop off was fast and easy2 locations in Santa Barbara
Locations in Santa Barbara
305 East Haley Street
+1 805 965 1070
500 Fowler Road
+1 805 964 6792
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Aug 2024
Supplier choice
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Aug 2024
Supplier choice
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Aug 2024
Full-size
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jun 2024
Economy
10.0 Wonderful
Eliana, Feb 2024
Intermediate SUV
2.0 Poor
優斗, Nov 2023
Intermediate
2 locations in Santa Barbara
Locations in Santa Barbara
305 East Haley Street
+1 805 965 1079
500 Fowler Road
+1 805 964 4848
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4.0 Mediocre
Ahmed, Oct 2024
Economy
8.0 Very Good
Mike, Sept 2024
Intermediate
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Feb 2024
Intermediate
4.0 Mediocre
Kyle, May 2021
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The staff at pickup in Santa Barbara used deceitful tactics to pressure us into paying for an upgrade.4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Jun 2020
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Staff Sue gave me a car that needed an oil change and didn’t apply insurance to vehicle. Then when I swopped the cars I needed to make a new contract That didn’t honor the daily rate and cut my trip by 2 daysCons:
Honesty and accountability of the staff10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Mar 2023
Intermediate
One location in Santa Barbara
Locations in Santa Barbara
500 Fowler Road
+1 866 434 2226
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Apr 2024
Economy
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, May 2021
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My flight got in at6pm, the desk had closed at 5pm. No car for me!Cons:
Knowing that I cannot get a car from Dollar after 5pm, I would have rented from Budget.10.0 Wonderful
Talitha, May 2021
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The check in and check out was very quick and easy, and they were very helpful when I had questions on the vehicle.10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Mar 2021
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Yes, staff was terrific. Very helpful.Cons:
Nothing it was perfect2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Dec 2020
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i made a reservation only to arrive and be told there are no vehicles. once i made the reservation, the desk could have at least called to let me know. people make plans and rely on companies to have the product they reserve3.6 Poor
Jared, Jul 2020
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Drop off was easy.Cons:
I paid for a full size vehicle at least a week in advance. When I arrived to pick it up they didn't have one. We got stuck in a smaller car and couldn't get ahold of any customer service at priceline or kayak.One location in Santa Barbara
Locations in Santa Barbara
500 James Fowler Rd
+1 805 692 0939
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8.0 Very Good
Anonymous, May 2021
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The woman who helped me with drop off was incredibly helpful2.0 Poor
Rebecca, May 2021
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They did not have my car available and said they tried to call me, but I never got a call. I needed a 12 person van, so it was not easy to find another one. Thankfully AVIS helped me out at the last minute!2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Dec 2020
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Vehicle that I reserved was not available when I went go pick up.10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Nov 2020
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I liked the small airport with car pick up right outside the terminal. Very convenient, quick, and simple. Would probably choose a slightly larger car than a Toyota Corolla for four adults.9.6 Wonderful
Julia, Aug 2020
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Staff was friendly and efficientCons:
Car was a little dirty inside.9.6 Wonderful
Deb, Jun 2020
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Easy, fast, and safe.One location in Santa Barbara
Locations in Santa Barbara
500 James Fowler Rd
+1 805 692 0939
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jun 2024
Intermediate
2.0 Poor
Victor, Nov 2021
One location in Santa Barbara
Locations in Santa Barbara
633 E Cabrillo Blvd
+1 805 962 5305
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8.0 Very Good
Daniel, Aug 2020
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Car had been smoked in. It reeked.9.6 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jul 2020
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Friendly staff, accommodating.Cons:
I chose the wrong pick up location by accident.2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jun 2020
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The facility was closed when I got there.2.8 Poor
Anonymous, Nov 2019
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None, they don’t have any car for me. I have to find Herz office and complaints. I can rent a car after 90. Minutes. I call Herz call center for over 30mins. I can’t trust your system.Cons:
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Most popular car type | Standard |
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Pick-up location | Santa Barbara |
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Car types | Compact, Convertible, Economy, Full-size, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Luxury, Luxury SUV, People carrier, Premium, Standard, Standard SUV |
Hire locations | 12 |
Airport locations | 7 |
Popular agencies | Dollar, Avis, Budget, Alamo |