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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

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, (1002)
"Great customer service and large, comfortable rooms!"
United States
Barry
The price is NZ$254
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
2.0 star property
1 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1203)
"A lovely motel in a great area. I had easy access to everything I wanted to see and do as well as a stunning beach. "
United States
Gareth
The price is NZ$176
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
Surfing/boogie boarding
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South
2.0 star property
0.9 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (227)
"Clean and comfortable beds "
United States
Kelly
The price is NZ$224
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South
Property amenity
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

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, (1360)
"Great value and location. "
United States
Maryam
The price is NZ$219
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Ground Floor | Terrace/patio
Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
0.8 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
6.8 out of 10, (631)
"Nice atmosphere and garden seating area on property. "
United States
Ben
Casa Del Sol
Courtyard
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
2.0 star property
3.2 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1010)
"good hotel good services "
United States
Eduard
The price is NZ$143
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
Outdoor pool
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
6.8 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Everything was amazing. The views were breathtaking- the staff was all lovely and accommodating. "
United States
Samantha
The price is NZ$269
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Front of property
Ala Mar by the Sea

Ala Mar by the Sea

Ala Mar by the Sea
2.0 star property
17.2 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
6.0 out of 10, (969)
"Cozy vintage hotel next to the ocean, nice walk bun. Definitely five stars!"
United States
Mikhail
Ala Mar by the Sea
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Tide Pool Villas

Tide Pool Villas

Tide Pool Villas
4.5 star property
17.3 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
6.0 out of 10, (74)
"Perfect location!!"
United States
sarah
The price is NZ$572
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Tide Pool Villas
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill
3.0 star property
8.9 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (336)
"Fantastic place to stay! Great staff, great location, beautiful memories!"
United States
Christopher
The price is NZ$495
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
Inn on Summer Hill
Miramar Ocean View Suite | View from room
Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach
5.0 star property
11.9 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (293)
"One of the best properties I’ve stayed at. Beautiful and clean . Service is excellent. "
United States
Karina
The price is NZ$2,813
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
Rosewood Miramar Beach
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | View from room
Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
4.0 star property
13 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Wonderful stay. Beautiful facility and location. "
United States
Abbylin
The price is NZ$461
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026
Montecito Inn
Beach nearby
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
13.4 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Great place to stay! Clean rooms, nice staff."
United States
KIMBERLY
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Luxury Apartment | Private kitchen
Casa Castillo

Casa Castillo

Casa Castillo
4.0 star property
18.9 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
The price is NZ$516
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Casa Castillo
Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view
Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
15.7 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"A wonderful place & an amazing staff"
United States
Ann
The price is NZ$482
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Santa Barbara Inn
Room amenity
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

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, (1197)
"Great location,very nice staff!"
United States
Patricia
The price is NZ$205
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Grand Suite | Private kitchen
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
15.6 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Excellent Stay"
United States
Mario
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Reception
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

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
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (967)
"Great hotel, super clean and modern. Awesome little kitchen and a fantastic bathroom."
United States
James
The price is NZ$214
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Reception
The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
15.5 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"We enjoyed our stay!!"
United States
Matthew
The Inn at East Beach
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Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
17.5 km from Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1006)
"Helpful staff and a charming room with a kitchen. "
United States
Steven
The price is NZ$268
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
Marina Beach Motel
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Top Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"A second coffee machine would be helpful. The one coffee machine that they had would always be out. Overall experience was comfortable, clean, and relaxing."
Brenda 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

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

4.5/5 (25 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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Calm sea waves splash on empty beach at sunset. Wide shot background

Carpinteria State Beach

4.5/5 (709 reviews)
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Carpinteria State Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Carpinteria. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly 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 11 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 Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South and Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary?
Expedia has 11 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, Rincon Beach Park and La Conchita Beach. You can enjoy nature at Seaside Gardens, Toro Canyon Off Leash Area or Oil Piers Beach.