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Our top choices for El Capitan State Beach hotels

Lobby lounge

Circle Bar B Guest Ranch

Circle Bar B Guest Ranch
3.0 star property
6.9 km from El Capitan State Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"The breakfast and dinners served are awesome."
United States
Kyle
Circle Bar B Guest Ranch
View from property

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
9.6 km from El Capitan State Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel/resort on a beautiful property. Great staff and service "
Canada
craig
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Sports facility

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
3.0 star property
14.3 km from El Capitan State Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Room was super clean, easy check in and friendly staff!"
United States
Jeanette
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
Property amenity

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
3.0 star property
14.3 km from El Capitan State Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (870 reviews)
"Nice room and staff, plenty of parking."
United States
Christine
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
Dining

Chumash Casino Resort

Chumash Casino Resort
4.0 star property
17.6 km from El Capitan State Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,987 reviews)
"Really enjoyed our stay and the restaurants."
United States
Jesenia
Chumash Casino Resort
Lobby

Corque Hotel, Solvang, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Corque Hotel, Solvang, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
18.3 km from El Capitan State Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,246 reviews)
"Nice hotel"
United States
Bryn
Corque Hotel, Solvang, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Front of property

Royal Copenhagen Inn

Royal Copenhagen Inn
2.5 star property
18.8 km from El Capitan State Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,960 reviews)
"nice place and close to everything"
United States
Fernando
Royal Copenhagen Inn
Front of property

New Haven Inn

New Haven Inn
2.5 star property
18.2 km from El Capitan State Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay! "
United States
Shalini
New Haven Inn
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ForFriends Inn Bed and Breakfast

ForFriends Inn Bed and Breakfast
3.5 star property
17.9 km from El Capitan State Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (53 reviews)
"Friendly staff, great breakfast and happy hour, comfortable rooms and wonderful location. We will stay here again "
United States
KIRSTEN
ForFriends Inn Bed and Breakfast
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Wine Valley Inn

Wine Valley Inn
3.0 star property
18.7 km from El Capitan State Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,327 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Manuel
Wine Valley Inn
Terrace/patio

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
3.0 star property
16.4 km from El Capitan State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (508 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Thomas
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
Fireplace

Hotel Ynez

Hotel Ynez
2.5 star property
18 km from El Capitan State Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (368 reviews)
"Always a pleasure to stay at Hotel Ynez. Staff are friendly and helpful, the rooms are comfortable and beautifully decorated. "
United States
Annalisa
Hotel Ynez
Front of property

King Frederik Inn

King Frederik Inn
2.5 star property
18.7 km from El Capitan State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,869 reviews)
"Clean room, comfy beds, great location."
United States
charlene
King Frederik Inn
Exterior

Solvang Inn and Cottages

Solvang Inn and Cottages
2.0 star property
18.9 km from El Capitan State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"This is a great place to stay!"
United States
Lorena
Solvang Inn and Cottages
Front of property

Vinland Hotel and Lounge

Vinland Hotel and Lounge
3.5 star property
18.9 km from El Capitan State Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,119 reviews)
"Great room, incredible location, staff was very friendly "
United States
Karapet
Vinland Hotel and Lounge
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

The Genevieve

The Genevieve
4.0 star property
17.8 km from El Capitan State Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (507 reviews)
"Great stay in Santa Ynez. Large room and baths. Great outdoor social section for large or smal groups. Enjoyed their wine and dessert hour. New restaurant opened with very delicious menu. "
United States
Elia
The Genevieve
Terrace/patio

The Winston Solvang

The Winston Solvang
3.5 star property
18.5 km from El Capitan State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (562 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff was friendly"
United States
Darrell
The Winston Solvang
Terrace/patio

The Hadsten Solvang, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Hadsten Solvang, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
18.9 km from El Capitan State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"Good location and helpful staff"
United States
rahul
The Hadsten Solvang, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Garden

The Landsby

The Landsby
3.5 star property
18.7 km from El Capitan State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (848 reviews)
"Great place to stay "
United States
Jerald
The Landsby
Outdoor pool

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
2.5 star property
18.4 km from El Capitan State Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Room was spotless and good breakfast"
United States
Shilpa
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
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Top El Capitan State Beach Hotel Reviews

Royal Copenhagen Inn

Royal Copenhagen Inn

10/10 Excellent
"I felt safe on the 1st floor. I appreciate the parking proximity. The bed was comfortable. I liked that I could open the windows and the proximity to activities and restaurants was great. "
ELIZABETH 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Royal Copenhagen Inn

Hotels near other El Capitan State Beach attractions

Refugio State Beach

4.3/5 (22 reviews)
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Refugio State Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Goleta. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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Haskell's Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Haskell's Beach during your trip to Goleta? Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around El Capitan State Beach?
El Capitan State Beach is located in Goleta. This family-friendly area is known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 11 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near El Capitan State Beach?
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. You'll find it 6 mi (9.6 km) from El Capitan State Beach. Other good options in the area include Wine Valley Inn and Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta.
How many hotels can I expect to find near El Capitan State Beach?
Expedia has 11 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from El Capitan State Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near El Capitan State Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near El Capitan State Beach.