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Our top choices for Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center hotels

Exterior

Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.8 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,015 reviews)
"Great staffs and excellent location. "
United States
Nick
The price is RM584
RM666 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Marina Beach Motel
Exterior

Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina
4.0 star property
1.3 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (137 reviews)
"Beautiful place. Highly recommend. Everything was just perfect!"
United States
Jaime
Casa De La Vina
Front of property – evening/night

La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 0.9 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
" The hotel is very clean, and the staff are friendly and helpful"
United States
Jun
The price is RM686
RM782 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
La Playa Inn
Front of property

Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Very clean room and nice, hospitable staff. The place has about 10 rooms, bungalows with free parking right on property [U-shape, sitting area in the middle and all the bungalows facing the parking lot]. The room had everything I needed: fridge, water bottles, snacks available in the lobby]. I didn't use the free bicycles because of my itinerary, but was a nice amenity. I would stay again for sure."
United States
Otilia
The price is RM565
RM644 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Harbor House Inn
View from property

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,109 reviews)
"Great complimentary breakfast and location. "
United States
Kristine
The price is RM645
RM735 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Living area

Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.0 star property
Laguna, 1.7 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (102 reviews)
"Absolutely phenomenal stay check in and check out was so easy. The room was always clean in a great area with plenty of things to do with 100% recommend staying in this beautiful place."
United States
Luis
The price is RM554
RM931 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Casa Riviera
Exterior

Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin
3.0 star property
Laguna, 2.1 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (237 reviews)
"Great room in a quiet area in walking distance to many restaurants and bars. The kitchenette was outfitted well which made my stay very comfortable with a night in with take out food. "
United States
Jeff
The price is RM418
RM776 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Casa Jardin
Fountain

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 0.8 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,048 reviews)
"Great brunch, beautiful property and helpful staff"
United States
Kritika
The Franciscan Hotel
Exterior

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,326 reviews)
"Clean, friendly staff and great amenities."
United States
Tania
The price is RM808
RM922 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Front of property

The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.8 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay at Eagle Inn! The location is awesome and the place is clean and comfortable. The staff were the highlight—super friendly, helpful, and always happy to assist with anything we needed. Would definitely stay here again when visiting Santa Barbara"
United States
Ricardo
The price is RM968
RM1,104 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
The Eagle Inn
Outdoor pool

Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
West Beach, 0.4 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay "
United States
Omar
The price is RM993
RM1,133 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Harbor View Inn
Front of property

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
West Beach, 0.9 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Perfect location, great value, cute rooms"
United States
Stan
The price is RM507
RM579 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
1.9 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (376 reviews)
"Loved our room and property. Bed was comfortable!"
United States
Kathaleen and Trevor
The price is RM1,075
RM1,227 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Palihouse Santa Barbara
Beach/ocean view

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
East Beach, 1.5 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, great views , and lovely staff. "
United States
Laura
The price is RM1,212
RM1,384 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jan - 31 Jan
Santa Barbara Inn
Front of property

Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.8 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable, and really pleasant stay. "
United States
Paul
Mason Beach Inn
Free daily continental breakfast

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,320 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay very much"
United States
christy
The price is RM678
RM774 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Garden

Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn
5.0 star property
Upper East, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (699 reviews)
"Spotless room as always; however what really sets this property apart from every single place you could ever stay at is the front desk staff greets you at your car, shows you to your room, and much much more. Cannot say enough good things about this property. "
United States
Jon
Simpson House Inn
City view from property

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Lower State, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (183 reviews)
"Highly recommended "
United States
Naya
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
Terrace/patio

Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
The Funk Zone, 0.5 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (934 reviews)
"Good size room, friendly staff, and great location."
United States
Jasper
The price is RM2,685
RM3,321 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Hotel Californian
Lobby sitting area

Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.8 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,117 reviews)
"Place is clean, spacious and good breakfast plus walking distance to the beach was a big plus!"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is RM451
RM515 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan
Beachside Inn
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Top Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center Hotel Reviews

The Milo

The Milo

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent staff that was very responsive and anticipated our needs. Fun S’mores night, responsive valet, and lovely area. Walk to everything you need including restaurants, yoga, workouts, bicycles, and more. "
kate 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
The Milo

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West Beach

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center?
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center is located in a walkable area of Santa Barbara known for its beautiful beaches and bird watching. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 203 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center?
Adjacent to Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, Harbor View Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and private balconies. Other good options close by include Hotel Santa Barbara and Riviera Beach House.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center?
Expedia has 203 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center.
What can I see and do near Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center?
You'll want to browse the collections at MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, Presidio Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum. Mission Santa Barbara, El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park and Casa Del Herrero are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can watch performances at Lobero Theater, Arlington Theater and Santa Barbara Bowl if you're interested in local theatre.
How can I get to Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center?
With so many transport options, seeing the area around Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center is easy. If you want to venture outside of the area, ride aboard one of the trains from Santa Barbara Station. You can explore your water travel options at the port.