Best Nursing Homes in Santa Barbara, California (2026)
Top 7 facilities ranked by CMS star rating and staffing hours
7 facilities in cityAvg rating: 4.1 / 5
Top 7 Nursing Homes in Santa Barbara
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The Californian
Santa Barbara, CA68 beds
★★★★★
5/52
Valle Verde Health Facility
Santa Barbara, CA80 beds
★★★★★
5/53
Mission Park Healthcare Center
Santa Barbara, CA138 beds
★★★★★
5/54
Samarkand Skilled Nursing Facility
Santa Barbara, CA63 beds
★★★★★
5/55
Channel Islands Post Acute
Santa Barbara, CA156 beds
★★★★☆
4/56
Casa Dorinda
Santa Barbara, CA52 beds
★★★☆☆
3/57
Buena Vista Care Center
Santa Barbara, CA150 beds
★★☆☆☆
2/5Rankings based on CMS Overall Star Rating, then staffing hours. Data updated 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best nursing home in Santa Barbara?
Based on CMS data, The Californian ranks first in Santa Barbara with an overall rating of 5/5 stars. See the full ranked list above.
How many nursing homes are in Santa Barbara, California?
There are 7 Medicare/Medicaid certified nursing homes in Santa Barbara, California, with an average CMS rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.