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A traditional building with a white facade, arched windows, and a balcony with a railing.
A modern entrance with a glass door, a potted plant, and a number '8' on the wall.
A modern hotel bathroom with a large mirror, vanity, and a vase of flowers.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with stools, a grey sofa, and a painting of a wave on the wall.

1. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel
3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Jhoana
RM611
RM1,000 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel
A compact kitchen with a white countertop, a stainless steel sink, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a shelf with glassware and a framed picture.
A neatly made bed with white and gray bedding, a wooden headboard, a framed abstract artwork, a modern floor lamp, and a glass side table with a black chair.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a microwave.
A laundry room with two stacked washing machines and a mirror on the wall.

2. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
Laguna, 3.2 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Maria
RM411
RM771 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.
A hotel with a patio area, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden with flowers and palm trees.
A hotel room with a bed, a round table with a pair of sunglasses and a book, a chair with a denim jacket, and a window with white blinds.
An aerial view of a swimming pool surrounded by white umbrellas and lounge chairs, with palm trees and a tiled deck.

3. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Lori
RM670
RM763 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Marina Beach Hotel
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through a glass door to the outdoors.
A spacious living area with a modern staircase, a dining table, and a sofa.
A hallway leading to a living area with a sofa, a small table, and a view of greenery outside.
A modern bedroom with a large window, a bedside table, a chair, and a built-in kitchen area.

4. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
Laguna, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Matthew
RM711
RM1,113 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
A coastal house with a red roof, surrounded by palm trees and a mountain backdrop.
A coastal road with palm trees, a beach, and a parking lot with vehicles.
A bathroom with white tiled walls, a showerhead, and a shelf with toiletries.
A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small round table, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

5. Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
James
RM718
RM818 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Harbor House Inn
A beige sofa with multiple cushions, a white vase with greenery, and a window with blinds.
A staircase leading to a living area with a sofa and a coffee table.
A hallway leading to a dining area with a wooden floor, white walls, and a black railing.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a vase with flowers, and a view of the outdoors through the windows.

6. Casa Yano by The Beach

Casa Yano by The Beach
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Jacob
RM754
RM1,278 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Casa Yano by The Beach
A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".
A hotel corridor with a view of mountains, a palm tree, and a lantern-lit staircase.
A corridor with a central staircase, outdoor seating, and lanterns.
A dining room with a fireplace, a chandelier, and a kitchen area with cabinets and a microwave.

7. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Nick
RM809
RM922 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
La Playa Inn
A sunlit balcony with a curved sofa, a small round table, and a potted plant. The balcony features arched windows with a view of palm trees and the sea.
A coastal view with a beach, palm trees, and a white building with a red roof.
A spacious room with two sofas facing a glass table, a vase with flowers, and large windows offering a view of the ocean.
A large, historic building with arched windows and a central tower, surrounded by palm trees.

8. Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
East Beach, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
melanie
RM1,180
RM1,348 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Santa Barbara Inn
A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, and a window with curtains.
A white building with a red roof, a stone wall, and a staircase leading to a door.
A hallway with a checkered curtain, a framed artwork, a bench, a potted plant, and a wooden cabinet with handles.
A cozy living room with a bar area, comfortable seating, and a large window with plants.

9. Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Maria
RM1,633
RM1,865 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Palihouse Santa Barbara
A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.
A room with a wooden floor, two brown armchairs, a round table with a book and a plant, a framed painting on the wall, and a wooden door with intricate carvings.
A spacious dining area with a central island, round tables, and comfortable seating.

10. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
Lower State, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Morgan
RM989
RM1,150 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel Santa Barbara
An outdoor patio area with stone flooring, wooden chairs, and tables. There are palm trees and a decorative stone wall with a statue.
A dining area with a wooden table, grey chairs, a black floor lamp, and a cityscape painting on the wall.
A hotel reception area with a granite reception desk, black leather chairs, a large flat-screen TV, and a potted orchid.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining table with chairs. There is a kitchen in the background with white cabinets and a television mounted on the wall.

11. The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Bob
RM566
RM645 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
The Franciscan Hotel
A white building with a sign reading "Mason Beach Inn" and a balcony with a railing.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building with arches and palm trees.
A living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned armchair.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a framed quote on the wall, and a large potted plant.

12. Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Rachita
RM952
RM1,111 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Mason Beach Inn
A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A swimming pool with a tiled border, a potted plant, and a staircase with colorful tiles.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a view of the outdoors.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a covered walkway, and a view of the street.

13. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
West Beach, 3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Richard
RM1,022
RM1,167 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."
A hot tub area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a pool, and palm trees in the background.
A reception desk with a wooden wall and a sign that reads "West Beach Inn".
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV. There is a view of palm trees and a marina through the windows.

14. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Amanda
RM927
RM1,057 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Two Adirondack chairs facing a small table on a balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.
A beach view with palm trees and a clear sky.
A motel sign with a large number '6' and the word 'Motel' on a wooden board.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, two surfboards, a 'Welcome' sign, and an orange sofa.

15. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
East Beach, 0.6 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Tammy
RM487
RM556 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Front of property
A beach with clear blue water, a sandy shore, and a backdrop of buildings and trees.
A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.
A room with two leather chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a balcony with a table and chairs.

16. The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Brian
RM898
RM1,024 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
The Eagle Inn
A bright kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a view through glass doors to an outdoor patio.
A spacious living area with a fireplace, white cabinetry, wicker furniture, and a large window.
A table with a pitcher of dark liquid, a clear pitcher, and glasses, along with small bowls of pretzels and nuts.
A hotel with a red roof, multiple balconies, and a parking lot.

17. Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
West Beach, 3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Brandon
RM852
RM972 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Lavender Inn by the Sea
A two-story building with a balcony, palm trees, and a sign that reads "Castillo Inn."
A building with a sign reading "Castillo Inn at the Beach" indicating a hotel.
A hotel reception desk with a computer monitor, a newspaper, and a sign stating "NO PETS - NO CHECKS - NO LATE CHECK-OUTS".
A living room with a TV, a painting, and a red chair with a patterned pillow.

18. Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Wesley
RM608
RM695 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Castillo Inn at the Beach
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand.
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden flooring, and a dining area with orange chairs and a table.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a large window with a view of palm trees and a balcony.
A lobby with a wooden floor, two patterned armchairs, a small table, and a wall with three framed pictures.

19. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Anne
RM584
RM698 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
A resort with a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees, a beach view, and a well-maintained lawn.
A bridge leading to a row of white buildings with balconies, a palm tree, and a brick pathway.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with two armchairs and a small table, a patterned wall, and a wooden floor.
A seaside patio with wicker chairs, a view of the marina, and palm trees.

20. Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
West Beach, 2.5 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Mario
RM1,265
RM1,442 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Harbor View Inn
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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Barbara Zoo

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A traditional building with a white facade, arched windows, and a balcony with a railing.
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel
9.8
Exceptional
223 reviews
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A compact kitchen with a white countertop, a stainless steel sink, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a shelf with glassware and a framed picture.
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
9.8
Exceptional
317 reviews
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A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.
Marina Beach Hotel
9.8
Exceptional
1,193 reviews
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A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through a glass door to the outdoors.
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
9.8
Exceptional
341 reviews
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A coastal house with a red roof, surrounded by palm trees and a mountain backdrop.
Harbor House Inn
9.8
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
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Top Santa Barbara Zoo Hotel Reviews

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

8/10 Good
"Great location and cute decor"
Kellie 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The staff was helpful and very friendly. They kept the property in great condition. Our room was clean and the bed was very comfortable. I loved the amenities including the hot tub/pool and the food for breakfast and happy hour was great. I would definitely come back here again to stay."
Allison 5-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

8/10 Good
"Excellent location, clean and comfortable room."
Anne 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
The Milo

The Milo

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful Santa Barbara West Beach location"
Katherine 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
The Milo
The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Delightful little hotel, room was really spacious. Complimentary breakfast was nice, get there early as a little cramped. Highlight of the stay were the receptionists, so friendly and helpful. Great location for harbour and downtown in Santa Barbara."
Philip 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
The Franciscan Hotel
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

8/10 Good
"Great location, easy parking, delightful staff & clean comfortable rooms. Somehow mosquitos got in our room and had a great feast. Other than the sky vampires, an absolutely great hotel."
JEREMY 2-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Palmoro House

Palmoro House

10/10 Excellent
"It’s cool annex spot w access to all amenities in main hotel. Would recommend"
Rolando 1-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Palmoro House

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Barbara Zoo?
Santa Barbara Zoo is located in a walkable area of Santa Barbara known for its beautiful beaches and popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 85 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Santa Barbara Zoo?
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this resort offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Santa Barbara Zoo. Other good choices within a short distance include Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach and Santa Barbara Inn.
How many hotels are there close to Santa Barbara Zoo?
Expedia has 85 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Santa Barbara Zoo.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Barbara Zoo, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Santa Barbara Zoo.
What can I see and do near Santa Barbara Zoo?
You'll want to browse the collections at Presidio Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation. Explore notable local landmarks like Mission Santa Barbara, Casa Del Herrero and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park. You can catch a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, Lobero Theater and Arlington Theater.
How can I get to Santa Barbara Zoo?
With so many choices for transport, seeing all of the area near Santa Barbara Zoo is a breeze. If you want to explore the larger area, hop aboard a train at Santa Barbara Station. You can learn about water transport options at the local port.