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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 RM657
RM749 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
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, (1,336 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 RM603
RM689 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

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 RM624
RM712 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

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 RM544
RM621 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
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, (269 reviews)
"Near the beach"
United States
Rolina
The price is RM1,070
RM1,400 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,217 reviews)
"Short walk down to the beach, perfect for a little getaway "
United States
Leslie
The price is RM567
RM678 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 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 RM811
RM924 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
La Playa Inn

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,107 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel perfectly located in downtown Santa Barbara."
United States
Jeff
The price is RM623
RM711 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
The Franciscan Hotel

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Amazing beach view "
United States
Michael
The price is RM1,447
RM1,653 total
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Santa Barbara Inn

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, (1,112 reviews)
"Excellent location in Santa Barbara. Easy walk to restaurants and the beach."
United States
Wayne
The price is RM789
RM900 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

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 RM749
RM856 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Castillo Inn at the Beach

Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great hotel within walking distance of shops, restaurants, and the beach! Highly recommend "
United States
Kate
The price is RM590
RM674 total
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Riviera Beach House

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 RM889
RM1,038 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Mason Beach Inn

Palmoro House

Palmoro House
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
7.4 out of 10, Good, (329 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 RM704
RM922 total
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Palmoro House

Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 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 RM692
RM789 total
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Harbor House Inn

Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,169 reviews)
"Perfect spot for beach access "
United States
Arnold
The price is RM649
RM742 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Beachside Inn

Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,093 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 RM744
RM848 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Marina Beach Motel

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Easy to access beach"
United States
Honglin
The price is RM603
RM688 total
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Casa Del Mar Inn

Casa Del Mar Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Lovely quiet lodgings, steps from the beautiful Santa Barbara beach and boardwalk + restaurants. Staff was courteous and helpful. Generous breakfast and the daily 5-7 wine and cheese was a bonus! Thanks for a great stay in SB!"
Canada
John
The price is RM746
RM850 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Casa Del Mar Inn

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,850 reviews)
"Close to beach. Nice pool. Clean and comfortable."
United States
Lindsay
The price is RM822
RM938 total
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Inn By The Harbor
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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
1,003 reviews
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Exterior
Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,093 reviews
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Front of property – evening/night
La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,003 reviews
View
Interior
Casa Yano by The Beach
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
8 reviews
View
View from property
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,112 reviews
View

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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