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Our top choices for El Capitan State Beach hotels

1. Chumash Casino Resort

Chumash Casino Resort
17.6 km from El Capitan State Beach
United States
Jennifer
RM511
RM595 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Chumash Casino Resort

2. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
Old Town, 14.3 km from El Capitan State Beach
United States
Shana
RM969
RM1,107 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

3. Royal Copenhagen Inn

Royal Copenhagen Inn
18.8 km from El Capitan State Beach
United States
Flavio
RM445
RM520 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Royal Copenhagen Inn

4. King Frederik Inn

King Frederik Inn
18.7 km from El Capitan State Beach
United States
Carlos
RM473
RM552 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
King Frederik Inn

5. Circle Bar B Guest Ranch

Circle Bar B Guest Ranch
6.9 km from El Capitan State Beach
United States
Kyle
RM2,300
RM2,668 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Circle Bar B Guest Ranch

6. Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
Old Town, 16.4 km from El Capitan State Beach
United States
Daniel
RM1,161
RM1,327 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

7. The Hadsten Solvang, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Hadsten Solvang, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
18.9 km from El Capitan State Beach
United States
Cruz
RM552
RM642 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
The Hadsten Solvang, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

8. Polo House and Bungalows

Polo House and Bungalows
17.9 km from El Capitan State Beach
United States
Derek
RM1,313
RM2,008 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Polo House and Bungalows

9. Corque Hotel, Solvang, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Corque Hotel, Solvang, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
18.3 km from El Capitan State Beach
United States
Victoria
RM658
RM762 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Corque Hotel, Solvang, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10. Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Fairview, 18.4 km from El Capitan State Beach
Canada
Sukhpreet
RM813
RM928 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

11. Solvang Inn and Cottages

Solvang Inn and Cottages
18.9 km from El Capitan State Beach
United States
Iliana
RM461
RM538 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Solvang Inn and Cottages

12. Hamlet Inn

Hamlet Inn
18.8 km from El Capitan State Beach
United States
Andy
RM405
RM473 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Hamlet Inn

13. The Winston Solvang

The Winston Solvang
18.5 km from El Capitan State Beach
United States
Gonzalo
RM592
RM687 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
The Winston Solvang

14. The Marlo

The Marlo
18.2 km from El Capitan State Beach
United States
Samantha
RM418
RM559 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
The Marlo

15. Kronborg Inn

Kronborg Inn
18.9 km from El Capitan State Beach
United States
David
RM379
RM444 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Kronborg Inn

16. Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
Old Town, 18.3 km from El Capitan State Beach
United States
Mark
RM691
RM790 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

17. The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Fairview, 18.3 km from El Capitan State Beach
United States
Debra
RM801
RM918 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

18. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
Fairview, 17.7 km from El Capitan State Beach
United States
Arturo
RM409
RM478 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

19. The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Ellwood, 9.6 km from El Capitan State Beach
United States
Khachatur
RM2,755
RM3,503 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

20. Atterdag Inn

Atterdag Inn
18.6 km from El Capitan State Beach
United States
Bernie
RM496
RM578 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Atterdag Inn
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Compare popular hotels close to El Capitan State Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Dining
Chumash Casino Resort
9.4
Exceptional
2,306 reviews
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Bar (on property)
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
9.0
Wonderful
1,005 reviews
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Front of property
Royal Copenhagen Inn
9.4
Exceptional
1,997 reviews
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Front of property
King Frederik Inn
9.2
Wonderful
2,081 reviews
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BBQ/picnic Area
Circle Bar B Guest Ranch
9.6
Exceptional
12 reviews
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Top El Capitan State Beach Hotel Reviews

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Everything is fantastic"
Theresa 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Chumash Casino Resort

Chumash Casino Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean. But sections of the parking lot smelled like urine."
Mayra 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Chumash Casino Resort
King Frederik Inn

King Frederik Inn

10/10 Excellent
"We had a wonderful stay here. All of the staff was friendly. The location was absolute perfection, right in the heart of Solvang and an easy walk no matter where you wanted to go. My daughter really enjoyed the pool which was wonderfully maintained. Parking was easy. The rooms were very clean. We will definitely stay here again on our next trip to Solvang."
Leah 4-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
King Frederik Inn
Wine Valley Inn

Wine Valley Inn

10/10 Excellent
"It was in a great, central location. The room was very clean & staff very helpful! The breakfast was good, they had enough & decent food. Parking was easy & convenient. The evening wine was a nice touch as well! Would highly recommend!"
Philip 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Wine Valley Inn
Solvang Inn and Cottages

Solvang Inn and Cottages

10/10 Excellent
"The room was exceptionally clean, the linen was fresh, the room smelled fresh, it was quiet, breakfast across the street was good and the front desk also gave us some delicious cookies."
PRITPAL 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Solvang Inn and Cottages
Corque Hotel, Solvang, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Corque Hotel, Solvang, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Awesome boutique hotel experience! Staff friendly. The hotel restaurant was also convenient and delicious. Pool nice. Great location. Good option for big families with toddlers and seniors who need multiple rooms making it easier stay close together."
Cassandra 2-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Corque Hotel, Solvang, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Clean"
Josue 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely hotel, great food and drink. Staff were lovely. Would definitely recommend and I would certainly stay again if I ever travelled to Santa Barbara again."
John 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Great little staycation with a family of 3 kids. Pool was great. The beach was a fun adventure but it took a minute to get all the tar off from the beach. The food at all the restaurants was excellent they have an amazing amount of options for the kids. Overall wonderful stay."
Khachatur 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

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Refugio State Beach

9.0/10 (40 reviews)
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Sandpiper Golf Club

8.6/10 (70 reviews)
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Haskell's Beach

8.2/10 (11 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Haskell's Beach during your trip to Goleta?
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Goleta Butterfly Grove

8.8/10 (59 reviews)
Explore the lovely green spaces of Goleta Butterfly Grove and enjoy the cycling trails in Goleta. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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Ellings Performing Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to Ellings Performing Arts Center during your stay in Goleta.
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Glen Annie Golf Club

8.0/10 (20 reviews)
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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 resort 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 Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta and Vinland Hotel and Lounge.
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.