Colony of Harbor seals (phoca vitulina richardsii) True seals without external ear lobes relaxing on the beach of Carpinteria, California (USA) in a protected wildlife sanctuary. Gulls and pelicans.

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Our top choices for Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary hotels

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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, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location and clean"
United States
Natalie
The price is NZ$460
includes taxes & fees
24 June - 25 June
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
2.0 star property
1 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,340 reviews)
"Great location and wonderful staff"
United States
Stephen
The price is NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Ground Floor | Terrace/patio

Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
0.8 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
7.0 out of 10, Good, (678 reviews)
"Sick vibes"
United States
Alex
The price is NZ$377
includes taxes & fees
23 June - 24 June
Casa Del Sol
Property amenity

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, (1,530 reviews)
"Clean and well located hotel. Close to the beach. We really enjoyed our stay"
United States
Paulina
The price is NZ$340
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Courtyard

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, (1,200 reviews)
"Great place for staying. "
United States
Yanchao
The price is NZ$158
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
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Tide Pool Villas

Tide Pool Villas
4.5 star property
17.3 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
6.2 out of 10, (85 reviews)
"Great location. Walking distance to the pier, many eateries, Moxi museum. "
United States
Cynthia
The price is NZ$672
includes taxes & fees
23 June - 24 June
Tide Pool Villas
Front of property

Ala Mar by the Sea

Ala Mar by the Sea
3.0 star property
17.2 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
6.0 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"Surprised at older poor reviews; stayed here w elderly parents and enjoyed relaxed quiet peaceful stay, so close to beach and wharf."
United States
James
The price is NZ$420
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
Ala Mar by the Sea
Outdoor pool

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, (1,003 reviews)
"Cant wait to return. Very charming and perfect for a romantic getaway"
United States
Megan
The price is NZ$370
includes taxes & fees
23 June - 24 June
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Check-in/check-out kiosk

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, (360 reviews)
"Lovely place. Staff was accommodating. "
United States
Dawn
The price is NZ$726
includes taxes & fees
22 June - 23 June
Inn on Summer Hill
Miramar Ocean View Suite | View from room

Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach
5.0 star property
11.9 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (325 reviews)
"One of the best hotels Ive ever stayed "
United States
AKOP
The price is NZ$3,341
includes taxes & fees
22 June - 23 June
Rosewood Miramar Beach
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | View from room

Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
4.0 star property
13 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Wonderful stay!"
United States
Anthony
The price is NZ$516
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June
Montecito Inn
Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
15.7 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Amazing property and great service."
United States
jelica
The price is NZ$509
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June
Santa Barbara Inn
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Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
15.6 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,389 reviews)
"A great spot just a stones throw to the beach. Very clean and tidy, just what we needed for a couple of nights."
United Kingdom
Angus
The price is NZ$383
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
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Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
15.7 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room and super convenient location. The staff are quite friendly as well."
United States
Jamil
The price is NZ$447
includes taxes & fees
30 June - 1 July
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Grand Suite | Private kitchen

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
15.6 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Such a cute property. Friendly staff, clean, comfortable room and very short walk to the water. Would definitely stay here again."
United States
Teri
The price is NZ$354
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Reception

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
15.5 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"great location!"
United States
Karen
The price is NZ$270
includes taxes & fees
24 June - 25 June
The Inn at East Beach
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Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4.0 star property
15.5 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Very nice stay. Great location."
United States
brian
The price is NZ$609
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
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Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
17.5 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Jill
The price is NZ$507
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
Harbor House Inn
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Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
17.5 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,132 reviews)
"We always love staying here when visiting Santa Barbara!"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is NZ$443
includes taxes & fees
22 June - 23 June
Marina Beach Hotel
Deluxe Apartment | Interior

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, (13 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$693
includes taxes & fees
23 June - 24 June
Casa Yano by The Beach
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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
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,004 reviews
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Free WiFi, bed sheets
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
2.0 star property
8.2
Very good
1,340 reviews
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Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Ground Floor | Terrace/patio
Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
7.0
Good
678 reviews
View
Property amenity
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,530 reviews
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Courtyard
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
1,200 reviews
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Top Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

10/10 Excellent
"Met our family needs for a one night stay. Nice and quiet."
Maria J 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Hotels near other Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary attractions

Coastline scenery at Tar Pits Park, Carpinteria, California, includes tar covered rocks and driftwood scattered along the shore. A pier stretches into the sea, set against a backdrop of coastal cliffs

Tar Pits Park

8.2/5 (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 Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park, Tar Pits Park and Tomol Interpretive Play Area. Dip your toes in the water at Carpinteria State Beach, Rincon Beach Park and La Conchita Beach. You can enjoy nature at Seaside Gardens, Toro Canyon Off Leash Area or Oil Piers Beach.