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Top 10 Hotels in Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Inn
Beach/ocean view

Santa Barbara Inn

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1007)
"Fantastic stay and the staff were amazing,"
The price is S$532
includes taxes & fees
10 Jul - 11 Jul
Santa Barbara Inn
La Playa Inn
Front of property – evening/night

La Playa Inn

2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Great property!"
The price is S$393
includes taxes & fees
10 Jul - 11 Jul
La Playa Inn
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Terrace/patio

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Great location! "
Pacific Crest Hotel 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, (1761)
"Very nice location and stay "
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
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, (868)
"Love this place and would stay again!"
The price is S$333
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Beachside Inn
View from room

Beachside Inn

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1008)
"Good place basic breakfast great location lived the hotel decor highly recommend "
The price is S$317
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Beachside Inn
The Eagle Inn
Terrace/patio

The Eagle Inn

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Excellent and attentive staff. The breakfast was so good too!"
The price is S$334
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
The Eagle Inn
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, (1242)
"Beautiful place to stay"
The price is S$402
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Room amenity

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1009)
"Would stay here again!"
The price is S$235
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
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
Riviera Beach House
Sun deck

Riviera Beach House

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1004)
"Great location"
The price is S$402
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Riviera Beach House
Inn By The Harbor
Front of property – evening/night

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1630)
"Close to a lot of places and restaurants "
The price is S$380
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Inn By The Harbor
Marina Beach Motel
Exterior

Marina Beach Motel

3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1007)
"Staff was amazing and wonderful location"
The price is S$390
includes taxes & fees
10 Jul - 11 Jul
Marina Beach Motel
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Front of property

Lavender Inn by the Sea

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1236)
"Great comfortable room. Will stay here again. "
The price is S$367
includes taxes & fees
10 Jul - 11 Jul
Lavender Inn by the Sea
The Milo
Exterior detail

The Milo

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1383)
"Great location, facilities and surroundings. A perfect place to relax and explore the area. "
The price is S$452
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
The Milo
ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel
City view from property

ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (119)
"Awesome place to stay. Good breakfast, friendly staff, good vibes."
ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Outdoor spa tub

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1015)
"Close to the harbor and beach Clean and quiet Great Breakfast Friendly and helpful staff each and every time "
The price is S$378
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Casa Del Mar Inn
Exterior

Casa Del Mar Inn

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Very pet friendly, amazing location, friendly staff!"
The price is S$307
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Casa Del Mar 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 S$409
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Harbor House Inn
Harbor View Inn
Outdoor pool

Harbor View Inn

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Very nice place to stay "
The price is S$490
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Harbor View Inn
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Where to stay in Santa Barbara Beach

Find the best Santa Barbara Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Montecito map

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.

Santa Barbara which includes a coastal town
Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair
Open Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair
Downtown Santa Barbara map

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 Presidio Santa Barbara or Paseo Nuevo Mall might round out your trip.

West Beach map

West Beach

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum are top sights worth seeing.

East Beach map

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.

The Mesa map

The Mesa

While visiting The Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.

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 Expedia customer reviews, La Playa Inn is the highest ranked property in Santa Barbara Beach. This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Santa Barbara Harbor, and it offers free parking and free WiFi. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Marina Beach Motel and Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach.

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 159 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, East Beach and Moreton Bay Fig Tree 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.