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Our top choices for East Beach hotels

1. Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin
Laguna, 2.9 km from East Beach
United States
Yessica
NZ$405
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Casa Jardin

2. Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina
2.7 km from East Beach
United States
Richard
NZ$491
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Casa De La Vina

3. Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
Laguna, 2.5 km from East Beach
United States
Monica
NZ$532
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Casa Riviera

4. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
West Beach, 2.4 km from East Beach
United States
Amy
NZ$411
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Marina Beach Hotel

5. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
West Beach, 2.5 km from East Beach
United States
Greer
NZ$460
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
La Playa Inn

6. Casa Yano by The Beach

Casa Yano by The Beach
West Beach, 2.3 km from East Beach
United States
Brynn
NZ$674
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Casa Yano by The Beach

7. Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
2.7 km from East Beach
United States
sonia
NZ$777
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Palihouse Santa Barbara

8. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
West Beach, 2.3 km from East Beach
United Kingdom
Richard
NZ$407
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

9. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
Lower State, 2.5 km from East Beach
United States
Mark
NZ$449
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Hotel Santa Barbara

10. The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
West Beach, 2.4 km from East Beach
United States
Naomi
NZ$348
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
The Franciscan Hotel

11. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
West Beach, 2.6 km from East Beach
United States
Liad
NZ$483
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

12. Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
The Funk Zone, 1.9 km from East Beach
United States
Tricia
NZ$1,346
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Hotel Californian

13. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
West Beach, 2.5 km from East Beach
Canada
Julia
NZ$296
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

14. Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
West Beach, 2.4 km from East Beach
United States
Rosslyn
NZ$295
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Beachside Inn

15. ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
Lower State, 2.1 km from East Beach
United States
Prahlad
NZ$237
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

16. Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
Lower State, 2.3 km from East Beach
United States
Diana
NZ$300
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Haley Hotel

17. Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
East Beach, 0.3 km from East Beach
United States
Reiko
NZ$288
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

18. Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
2.7 km from East Beach
United States
Seema
NZ$400
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Montecito Inn

19. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Downtown Santa Barbara, 3.1 km from East Beach
United States
Paul
NZ$763
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

20. Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Santa Barbara Beach, 2.7 km from East Beach
United States
Elliott
NZ$314
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
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Compare popular hotels close to East Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A hotel room with two beds, a glass table, and a framed picture on the wall.
Casa Jardin
9.8
Exceptional
301 reviews
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A traditional building with a white facade, arched windows, and a balcony with a railing.
Casa De La Vina
9.8
Exceptional
210 reviews
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A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through a glass door to the outdoors.
Casa Riviera
9.8
Exceptional
303 reviews
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A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.
Marina Beach Hotel
9.8
Exceptional
1,177 reviews
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A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".
La Playa Inn
9.6
Exceptional
1,003 reviews
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Top East Beach Hotel Reviews

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

8/10 Good
"The room was clean for the most part but I did find hair in the shower and some stains on a towel. There was also a large crack on the shower wall but overall everything seemed clean. I did wipe down surfaces on my own to double check. I did think the TV was a bit odd as it lists Netflix, YouTube and Chromecast but upon asking Front Desk they said they are not accessible. Not a huge deal but just odd. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful though and the AC was fantastic during the heat wave."
Kaitlyn 3-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
The Milo

The Milo

8/10 Good
"The hotel has an amazing history, great location, cool amenities. The rooms are in need of some maintenance, the pool deck could use a good pressure washing of the loose gravel, but overall it was a fun trip."
Gregory D 3-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
The Milo
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"parking for guests, clean room, and staff were very friendly"
Reiko 2-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing staff, location, and amenities. Breakfast was ok. Who needs that when you are so close to so many amazing restaurants and eateries in the area. I can’t wait to stay here again!"
David 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
The Franciscan Hotel
Steps to the Sand: Enjoy beach views & a private fenced yard. Great for families

Steps to the Sand: Enjoy beach views & a private fenced yard. Great for families

10/10 Excellent
"The location was perfect and the home was cozy and charming. Having dedicated parking was a huge bonus. We were there in a heatwave and David, the host, made sure we had fans to cool the back bedrooms where the AC could not reach. No controlling weather, but he did go out of his way to keep us comfortable. We would definitely come back."
Lisa & Bob B. 7-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Steps to the Sand: Enjoy beach views & a private fenced yard. Great for families
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

10/10 Excellent
"This motel 6 is a dream! It’s clean, gorgeous, close to the beach, the staff is lovely and it’s quiet and tucked away in a lovely area of town. Will definitely be back since everything was truly perfect!"
Ian 2-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful hotel. Room 3301 - large room with a great partial ocean view. You can hear the waves crashing. Eclectic offerings at the restaurant. Clean room. Liked the 12:00 check out. Great value for the money. Great staff. Highly recommend."
Barry 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Santa Barbara Inn
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

10/10 Excellent
"I got great service since first showing up. The valet was very friendly and helpful. When going to the front desk, they gave my wife and I a free room upgrade for free. They ask gave great service and Kathleen took care of the 3rd party issues that I got the hotel from. They have a great and comfortable place. My wife loved the bed and the view from the balcony. It was also nice that the valet rented out the bikes for free. I highly recommend this hotel."
scott 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

8/10 Good
"The property was maintained appropriately. We had an issue with maid service because the card indicating service fell off the door. We were able to get additional towels from the front desk. Unfortunately, there were very active dwellers in the room above us that made it difficult to sleep with constant pounding coming from the ceiling, but that is not the hotel's fault. We parked in the front disabled parking. There is a blue striped island next to the disabled space that is supposed to be free of vehicles, but vehicles were allowed to park there. That is not correct."
Susan 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Other attractions near East Beach

A giraffe with a patterned coat and a brown mane, set against a backdrop of lush greenery and a clear blue sky.

Santa Barbara Zoo

9.0/10 (1,101 reviews)
Why not meet the animals who call Santa Barbara Zoo home during your holiday in Santa Barbara? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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A pier extending into calm waters, palm trees, and a mountainous backdrop.

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

9.6/10 (8 reviews)
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center during your trip to Santa Barbara. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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A pier with lights reflecting on the water, a flag, and buildings in the background.

Stearns Wharf

9.0/10 (4,143 reviews)
Explore the waterfront of Stearns Wharf and enjoy other activities such as cycling in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
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Cabrillo Bike Path

9.6/10 (11 reviews)
You can take time to visit Cabrillo Bike Path during your travels to Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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Cabrillo Pavillion

10.0/10 (1 review)
Cabrillo Pavillion is just one of the places to see in Santa Barbara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside or seek out the cycling trails.
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Municipal Tennis Center

Catch an event at Municipal Tennis Center during your trip to Santa Barbara. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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Andree Clark Bird Refuge

10.0/10 (1 review)
You can take time to visit Andree Clark Bird Refuge during your travels to Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
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Chase Palm Park

9.6/10 (5 reviews)
Chase Palm Park is just one of the places to see in Santa Barbara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around East Beach?
East Beach is located in Santa Barbara. This welcoming area is known for its beautiful beaches and popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 66 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near East Beach?
Adjacent to East Beach, Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and 2 bars. Other good choices within a short distance include Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort and The Inn at East Beach.
How many hotels will I find close to East Beach?
Expedia has 66 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from East Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near East Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near East Beach.
What can I see and do near East Beach?
You'll want to browse the collections at MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center and Reagan Ranch Center. Mission Santa Barbara, El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park and Presidio Santa Barbara are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around East Beach. You can watch performances at Lobero Theater, Santa Barbara Bowl and Arlington Theater if you're interested in local theatre.
How can I get to East Beach?
If you're taking a train into town, Santa Barbara Station is the closest station to Santa Barbara Beach. There may not be many public transport options near to East Beach so consider renting a car to see more of the area.