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1531 Cheap Hotels in East Beach - Specials, Reviews, & Last Minute Deals

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Exterior

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1039)
"Fantastic motel, great location and extremly friendly staff. "
The price is NZ$313
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
The Inn at East Beach
Reception

The Inn at East Beach

2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1019)
"We like cuz the beach is near and we can walk to the pier , nice the hotel , the staff very friendly "
The Inn at East Beach
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Room, 1 King Bed (Deck) | Terrace/patio

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
"The staff were very friendly and helpful. Great location right by the beach and restaurants. The room was nice with lots of room and a kitchenette. Would stay again "
Pacific Crest Hotel 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, (887)
"Love this place. Will definitely come back!"
The price is NZ$402
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Santa Barbara Inn
Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view

Santa Barbara Inn

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1009)
"Elegant boutique hotel with a great location. "
The price is NZ$719
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July
Santa Barbara Inn
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Sports facility

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (42)
"Great hotel! Right on the beach! Best hotel in the area"
The price is NZ$629
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Palmoro House
Exterior

Palmoro House

3.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (298)
"Having access to the main hotel and restaurants was ideal. The Palmoro house itself was clean however we easily heard guests in other rooms and the ac unit struggled to keep unit cool. "
The price is NZ$427
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Palmoro House
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (898)
"A great place to stay in SB. Great service and care from the whole staff."
The price is NZ$580
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Outdoor pool

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1011)
"Enjoyed the quick easy check in, ocean view room, the big, clean, relaxing pool and the grounds. "
The price is NZ$321
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Free daily buffet breakfast

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1012)
"We had a lovely stay and enjoyed the area very much. "
The price is NZ$291
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South
Beach

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (190)
"Great stay ! "
The price is NZ$239
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South
Casa Del Sol
Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Ground Floor | Terrace/patio

Casa Del Sol

2.5 star property
6.8 out of 10, (586)
"We had a wonderful stay at Casa del Sol, a boutique-like small motel. It was our first time there. The staff was responsive to our needs and provided a quiet, charming environment. We look forward to our next visit! "
Casa Del Sol
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1183)
"Easy location.. plenty of parking.. safe area.."
The price is NZ$209
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Property amenity

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1193)
"Nice location clean rooms quiet. Would stay there again"
The price is NZ$275
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Beautiful 2 Bed Beach Condo #201 2 Bedroom Condo by Sunset Shores Condominiums
Condo, 2 Bedrooms | Outdoor dining

Beautiful 2 Bed Beach Condo #201 2 Bedroom Condo by Sunset Shores Condominiums

3.0 star property
The price is NZ$1,376
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Beautiful 2 Bed Beach Condo #201 2 Bedroom Condo by Sunset Shores Condominiums
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
Courtyard

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1023)
"Clean safe nice stay"
The price is NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
31 July - 1 Aug
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
Inn on Summer Hill
Lobby

Inn on Summer Hill

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (322)
"Wonderful place staff was great will definitely stay again. Just a few minutes from Santa Barbara. "
The price is NZ$566
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July
Inn on Summer Hill
Rosewood Miramar Beach
1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Rosewood Miramar Beach

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (278)
"Excellent property."
The price is NZ$3,428
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July
Rosewood Miramar Beach
Montecito Inn
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | View from room

Montecito Inn

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"The property is thoughtfully designed. I love the walkability of the area. I always enjoy staying here."
The price is NZ$516
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Montecito Inn
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Beach nearby

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"This is a lovely, discreet hotel. Location is excellent and staff are welcoming and accommodating. I’ve stayed here before and will continue to do so as you get your money’s worth. "
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
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Our guide on where to stay in East Beach

Find the best East Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about East Beach
Learn more about East Beach
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 Beach map

Santa Barbara Beach

6 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

Santa Barbara showing 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 Lobero Theater or Santa Barbara County Courthouse might round out your trip.

West Beach map

West Beach

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

The Mesa map

The Mesa

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

Top East Beach Hotel Reviews

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"We would definitely stay there on our next visit to Santa Barbara. "
Michelle 1-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Sandpiper Lodge

Frequently asked questions

What is East Beach like?

Travellers love the East Beach neighbourhood for its beautiful beaches, array of dining options and cycling. Make sure that you visit East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo as part of your East Beach travel plans.

What's the best accommodation in East Beach?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Santa Barbara Inn is the highest ranked property in East Beach. This hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Santa Barbara Zoo, and it offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other favourite options in the area include Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach and Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel.

How many hotels will I be able to find in the East Beach area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Barbara, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 43 East Beach hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in East Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in East Beach.

What can I see and do in this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?

Spend some time exploring the natural setting of East Beach with a visit to Chase Palm Park and Andree Clark Bird Refuge. East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around East Beach include Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, Santa Barbara Art Foundry and Santa Barbara Deep Sea. While you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara, make sure that you visit other sights such as Stearns Wharf or Municipal Tennis Center.