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Top 10 Hotels Near Santa Barbara Zoo

Santa Barbara Inn
Beach/ocean view

Santa Barbara Inn

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1006)
"staff was lovely and the hotel is in an amazing location "
The price is RM1,608
RM1,836 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Santa Barbara Inn
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Exterior

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1018)
"Fantastic motel, great location and extremly friendly staff. "
The price is RM755
RM861 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Terrace/patio

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"It was our first time visiting Santa Barbara and first stay at Pacific Crest Hotel. This was a last minute trip and we were pleasantly surprised on how nice and welcoming this hotel was to our family and how close it was to the beach. We will definitely visit again with more time to spend. "
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Casa Riviera
Terrace/patio

Casa Riviera

4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5)
"The best place to stay in SB!!!"
The price is RM663
RM1,388 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Casa Riviera
Marina Beach Motel
Exterior

Marina Beach Motel

3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1006)
"Staff was amazing and wonderful location"
The price is RM991
RM1,130 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Marina Beach Motel
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Reception

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (883)
"Love this place and would stay again!"
The price is RM866
RM987 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
La Playa Inn
Front of property – evening/night

La Playa Inn

2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1008)
" Friendly staff and clean rooms. "
The price is RM1,187
RM1,353 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
La Playa Inn
Harbor House Inn
Front of property

Harbor House Inn

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Have stayed there many times and always enjoyed."
The price is RM1,239
RM1,413 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Harbor House Inn
Casa Jardin
1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Casa Jardin

2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (188)
"Great property!"
Casa Jardin
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1252)
"Beautiful place to stay"
The price is RM1,239
RM1,415 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jul - 25 Jul
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
View from property

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1029)
"Wonderful stay. Loved how close it was to everything. "
The price is RM1,139
RM1,298 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
The Inn at East Beach
Reception

The Inn at East Beach

2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1009)
"We like cuz the beach is near and we can walk to the pier , nice the hotel , the staff very friendly "
The Inn at East Beach
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Front of property

Castillo Inn at the Beach

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1005)
"Love this hotel. Location is great."
The price is RM1,063
RM1,214 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Harbor View Inn
Outdoor pool

Harbor View Inn

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Great location, great value."
The price is RM1,426
RM1,625 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Harbor View Inn
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Beach nearby

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"This is a lovely, discreet hotel. Location is excellent and staff are welcoming and accommodating. I’ve stayed here before and will continue to do so as you get your money’s worth. "
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Front of property

Lavender Inn by the Sea

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1233)
"Great comfortable room. Will stay here again. "
The price is RM1,142
RM1,304 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Lavender Inn by the Sea
The Franciscan Hotel
Front of property

The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1019)
"Location was great and room was clean. "
The Franciscan Hotel
Palihouse Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Palihouse Santa Barbara

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (325)
" Great hotel with an even greater staff. "
The price is RM2,244
RM2,729 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Palihouse Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1798)
"Very nice location and stay "
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Hotel Californian
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Hotel Californian

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (894)
"It was a lovely hotel "
The price is RM3,964
RM4,745 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Hotel Californian
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Top Santa Barbara Zoo Hotel Reviews

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Nice property. Jamie at the bar is amazing. The entire staff was friendly. Food was good and location was perfect. "
Kristin 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

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?

Santa Barbara Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Santa Barbara Zoo. Other good choices within a short distance include Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach and Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt.

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 MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, Santa Barbara Historical Museum and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum. Explore notable local landmarks like Santa Barbara County Courthouse, Mission Santa Barbara 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.