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Our top choices for Santa Barbara Beach hotels

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"My family and I took a trip to Santa Barbara and stayed at the blue sands inn and we loved it. The location was perfect we were able to do a short walk to the Santa Barbara zoo, we were able to walk to the beach. The amenities included were great, and it was Also very clean. We enjoyed our time so much and would definitely come back!"
United States
Ashley
The price is RM588
RM670 total
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,346 reviews)
"This was our fifth stay at Motel 6 Santa Barbara. It’s a great property within easy access of the beach, Funk Zone, and SB attractions. "
United States
Philip
The price is RM604
RM690 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,225 reviews)
"Short walk down to the beach, perfect for a little getaway "
United States
Leslie
The price is RM601
RM716 total
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Good location.Close to beach and could walk to restaurants"
United States
Marsha
The price is RM670
RM764 total
includes taxes & fees
7 May - 8 May
The Inn at East Beach

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (273 reviews)
"Near the beach"
United States
Rolina
The price is RM1,111
RM1,447 total
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Amazing beach view "
United States
Michael
The price is RM1,450
RM1,656 total
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Santa Barbara Inn

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (414 reviews)
"A great “hideaway” in Santa Barbara. Close to the harbor, State Street, and restaurants."
United States
Charles
The price is RM710
RM810 total
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great service, clean rooms, pleasant property and well situated to beaches and state st. We'd stay here again for the price. They also added great value with free breakfast, free water, toothbrush, and beach loaners (towels, chairs)."
United States
Danilo
The price is RM778
RM887 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
La Playa Inn

Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"This is a fantastic property in Santa Barbara. Location is great, beautiful room, beach gear likes chairs etc are on site as well as bikes. Staff was excellent. We will def be back soon!"
United States
Roger
The price is RM694
RM791 total
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Harbor House Inn

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,116 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel perfectly located in downtown Santa Barbara."
United States
Jeff
The price is RM663
RM756 total
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
The Franciscan Hotel

Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,172 reviews)
"Perfect spot for beach access "
United States
Arnold
The price is RM558
RM637 total
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Beachside Inn

The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,536 reviews)
"Awesome place to stay in Santa Barbara. Ocean view by the beach. Bikes use for free. Nice people and very helpful."
United States
David
The price is RM1,148
RM1,311 total
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
The Milo

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,109 reviews)
"Excellent location in Santa Barbara. Easy walk to restaurants and the beach."
United States
Wayne
The price is RM874
RM997 total
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Easy to access beach"
United States
Honglin
The price is RM586
RM669 total
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"The location is perfect. We were walking distance to a lot of great local restaurants and shops. Loved the peaceful atmosphere and amazing views. We would absolutely stay here again."
United States
Monica
The price is RM648
RM740 total
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Castillo Inn at the Beach

Palmoro House

Palmoro House
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (330 reviews)
"Beach is 1 block away the zoo is only 7 min away walking rooms are super comfortable and clean "
United States
Reyna
The price is RM702
RM919 total
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Palmoro House

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,342 reviews)
"Good location to beach "
United States
Jennifer
The price is RM736
RM840 total
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Lavender Inn by the Sea

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,834 reviews)
"Close to beach. Nice pool. Clean and comfortable."
United States
Lindsay
The price is RM769
RM878 total
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Inn By The Harbor

Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Quick stop to visit marina in Santa Barbara. Hotel staff very friendly and had a wonderful room - clean and quiet location. "
United States
SARNDRA
The price is RM817
RM956 total
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Mason Beach Inn

Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,099 reviews)
"The Marina Beach Motel was excellent! We stayed with our dogs and it was a great experience. The room was clean and comfortable, the service was fantastic, and the location was perfect. Would definitely stay again next time I'm in Santa Barbara. "
United States
Diane
The price is RM710
RM809 total
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Marina Beach Motel
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Compare popular hotels in Santa Barbara Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Front of property
Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
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Exterior
Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,099 reviews
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Interior
Casa Yano by The Beach
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
8 reviews
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Front of property – evening/night
La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,002 reviews
View
Fountain
The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,116 reviews
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Where to stay in Santa Barbara Beach

Find the best Santa Barbara Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Montecito

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.

Downtown Santa Barbara

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.

West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.

East Beach

East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Arlington Theater might round out your trip.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Barbara Beach like?
Santa Barbara Beach is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its beautiful beaches and popular zoo. Make sure that you visit Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation as part of your Santa Barbara Beach travel plans.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Santa Barbara Beach?
Based on our traveller data, Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort is one of the top choices for your stay in Santa Barbara Beach. This resort offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Avania Inn of Santa Barbara and The Milo.
How many hotels are there in Santa Barbara Beach?
If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Barbara, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 160 Santa Barbara Beach hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Santa Barbara Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals in Santa Barbara Beach.
What are the top things to see and do in Santa Barbara Beach?
Santa Barbara Zoo, Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center and Santa Barbara Maritime Museum are fun stops for the whole family while you're in Santa Barbara Beach. Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Santa Barbara Deep Sea, Santa Barbara Art Foundry and Reagan Ranch Center are just a few of the places to visit in and around Santa Barbara Beach. When you're sightseeing in Santa Barbara, West Beach and East Beach are also worth a stop.
How can I get around Santa Barbara Beach and the greater Santa Barbara area?
If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at Santa Barbara Station. You can enquire about options for water travel at the port.

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