A rocky shoreline with waves crashing against the rocks and a sandy beach with seals and birds.

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Our top choices for Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary hotels

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1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
2.5 star property
0.8 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Very nice stay."
United States
Grégory
The price is NZ$389
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Property amenity

2. Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 star property
2.6 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,551 reviews)
"Comfortable, clean and helpful staff!"
United States
Sandra
The price is NZ$314
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Free WiFi, bed sheets

3. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
2.0 star property
1 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,512 reviews)
"Very happy to stay at this place"
United States
Sergio
The price is NZ$172
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
Courtyard

4. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
2.0 star property
3.2 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,316 reviews)
"Perfect for driving through. Good stay"
United States
Josiah
The price is NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Ground Floor | Terrace/patio

5. Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
0.8 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
7.0 out of 10, Good, (694 reviews)
"I’ll stay there again!"
United States
Jose
The price is NZ$368
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Casa Del Sol
Exterior

6. Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn
5.0 star property
19.2 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (730 reviews)
"One of the best places we have stayed in."
United States
Victor
The price is NZ$731
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Simpson House Inn
Exterior

7. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
17.5 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,166 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Amy
The price is NZ$429
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Marina Beach Hotel
Front of property – evening/night

8. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
17.6 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,011 reviews)
"great place to stay. Excellent location, very helpful staff, will definitely stay here again"
United States
darryl a
The price is NZ$494
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
La Playa Inn
Design Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Pets allowed, Ocean View | Living area

9. The Big Yellow House Lofts by the beach

The Big Yellow House Lofts by the beach
4.0 star property
9.8 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
The price is NZ$1,033
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
The Big Yellow House Lofts by the beach
Outdoor spa tub

10. Oakridge Inn

Oakridge Inn
2.0 star property
19 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Property is very clean and Ashish was very friendly, helpful and accommodating. The hotel had everything needed for our stay. Was surprisingly quiet in the evening despite being right on Hwy 33. Nice little coffee and grab and go breakfast in the morning. Would stay here again and recommend to others."
United States
LISA
The price is NZ$241
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Oakridge Inn
Outdoor pool

11. Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
6.9 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Stunning view...Shoals Restaurant was great."
United States
James
The price is NZ$363
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Miramar Ocean View Suite | View from room

12. Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach
5.0 star property
11.9 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (332 reviews)
"One of the best hotels Ive ever stayed "
United States
AKOP
The price is NZ$3,798
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Rosewood Miramar Beach
Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | Interior

13. Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.5 star property
18 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (270 reviews)
"Amazing Stay"
United States
Monica
The price is NZ$465
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Casa Riviera
Luxury Apartment | Interior

14. Casa Castillo

Casa Castillo
4.0 star property
18.9 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Amazing property!"
United States
David
The price is NZ$559
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Casa Castillo
Comfort Apartment, 1 King Bed | Exterior

15. Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina
4.0 star property
18 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (197 reviews)
"Great location. Very comfortable room; nice amenities. Within walking distance to many great places. Would definitely stay here again."
United States
Jane Hodges
The price is NZ$475
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Casa De La Vina
Deluxe Apartment | Interior

16. Casa Yano by The Beach

Casa Yano by The Beach
4.0 star property
17.6 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Really nice stay! Modern and very clean. I love how close we were to everything. Walking distance to shops, the harbor and restaurants. The hosts were very nice and the communication was excellent! We will definitely go back."
United States
Kelli
The price is NZ$674
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Casa Yano by The Beach
Superior Loft, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Corner

17. Casa Iglesia

Casa Iglesia
4.5 star property
19.8 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (48 reviews)
"Great location and comfortable rooms."
United States
Rich
The price is NZ$442
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Casa Iglesia
Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view

18. Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
15.7 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay. Conveniently located to the beach"
United States
Mario
The price is NZ$609
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Santa Barbara Inn
Check-in/check-out kiosk

19. Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill
3.0 star property
8.9 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (364 reviews)
"Lovely place. Staff was accommodating. "
United States
Dawn
The price is NZ$589
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Inn on Summer Hill
Apartment (1 Bedroom) | Exterior

20. Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin
3.0 star property
18.3 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (292 reviews)
"Had a great stay, ideal stay and close to Santa Barbara bowl."
United States
Yessica
The price is NZ$413
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Casa Jardin
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Compare popular hotels close to Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,005 reviews
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Property amenity
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,551 reviews
View
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
2.0 star property
8.0
Very good
1,512 reviews
View
Courtyard
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
1,316 reviews
View
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Ground Floor | Terrace/patio
Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
7.0
Good
694 reviews
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Top Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary Hotel Reviews

Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol

10/10 Excellent
"This place is so cute. I enjoyed the quiet and cozy patio w beautiful garden. Thx for sharing this peaceful place to lay your head."
Angelique 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Casa Del Sol

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Tar Pits Park

8.2/10 (83 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Tar Pits Park, a lovely green space in Carpinteria. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary?
Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary is located in a welcoming area of Carpinteria known for its beautiful beaches and surfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 9 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary?
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary. Other good options within a short distance include Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South and Casa Del Sol.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary?
Expedia has 9 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually 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 a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals near Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary.
What can I see and do near Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary?
Get outside and spend some time strolling around Tar Pits Park, Tomol Interpretive Play Area and Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park. Dip your toes in the water at Carpinteria State Beach, La Conchita Beach and Rincon Beach Park. You can enjoy nature at Seaside Gardens, Toro Canyon Off Leash Area or Oil Piers Beach.