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1535 Cheap Hotels in Santa Barbara Beach - Specials, Reviews, & Last Minute Deals

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Property amenity

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1183)
"Nice location clean rooms quiet. Would stay there again"
The price is NZ$274
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
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, (1008)
"We had a lovely stay and enjoyed the area very much. "
The price is NZ$290
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Outdoor pool

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1008)
"Enjoyed the quick easy check in, ocean view room, the big, clean, relaxing pool and the grounds. "
The price is NZ$313
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Exterior

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1026)
"Fantastic motel, great location and extremly friendly staff. "
The price is NZ$312
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - 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, (1003)
"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
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
View from property

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1035)
"Wonderful stay. Loved how close it was to everything. "
The price is NZ$507
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
The Inn at East Beach
Reception

The Inn at East Beach

2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1014)
"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
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Sports facility

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

4.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (39)
"Great hotel! Right on the beach! Best hotel in the area"
The price is NZ$628
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
The Milo
Exterior detail

The Milo

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1399)
"Really nice place in a beautiful location.. Staff was super friendly as well. "
The price is NZ$473
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
The Milo
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Front of property

Lavender Inn by the Sea

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1235)
"Great comfortable room. Will stay here again. "
The price is NZ$491
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Marina Beach Motel
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Marina Beach Motel

3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1007)
"We love this hotel "
The price is NZ$490
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July
Marina Beach Motel
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, (885)
"Love this place and would stay again!"
The price is NZ$386
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 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, (1008)
"Elegant boutique hotel with a great location. "
The price is NZ$716
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July
Santa Barbara Inn
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony)

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1805)
"Very nice location and stay "
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Inn By The Harbor
Exterior

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1647)
"amazing stay "
The price is NZ$492
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Inn By The Harbor
Mason Beach Inn
Front of property

Mason Beach Inn

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (940)
"Such a lovely little hotel close to the beach and beautiful. "
The price is NZ$642
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Mason Beach Inn
Harbor View Inn
Outdoor pool

Harbor View Inn

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
"Great location, great value."
The price is NZ$635
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Harbor View Inn
Beachside Inn
View from property

Beachside Inn

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1018)
"Good place basic breakfast great location lived the hotel decor highly recommend "
The price is NZ$414
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Beachside Inn
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1262)
"Fantastic staff, nice breakfast and happy hour, cute facilities, great location"
The price is NZ$504
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
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, (896)
"They were very friendly! And the valet service was exceptional "
The price is NZ$578
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
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Our guide on where to stay in Santa Barbara Beach

Find the best Santa Barbara Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Santa Barbara Beach
Learn more about Santa Barbara 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 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.

East Beach map

East Beach

East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

West Beach map

West Beach

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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 Santa Barbara Beach Hotel Reviews

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

10/10 Excellent
"We only stayed one night, but the hotel delivered on everything we needed. The experience from check-in to check-out was stellar. It actually felt more like home than a hotel!"
Sam 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Barbara Beach like?

Santa Barbara Beach is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its beautiful beaches and popular zoo. Make sure that you visit Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation as part of your Santa Barbara Beach travel plans.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Santa Barbara Beach?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, La Playa Inn is the highest ranked property in Santa Barbara Beach. This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Santa Barbara Harbor, and it offers free parking and free WiFi. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Marina Beach Motel and Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach.

How many hotels are there in Santa Barbara Beach?

If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Barbara, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 161 Santa Barbara Beach hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

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

Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals in Santa Barbara Beach.

What are the top things to see and do in Santa Barbara Beach?

Santa Barbara Zoo, Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center and Santa Barbara Maritime Museum are fun stops for the whole family while you're in Santa Barbara Beach. Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Santa Barbara Deep Sea, Santa Barbara Art Foundry and Reagan Ranch Center are just a few of the places to visit in and around Santa Barbara Beach. When you're sightseeing in Santa Barbara, East Beach and Moreton Bay Fig Tree are also worth a stop.

How can I get around Santa Barbara Beach and the greater Santa Barbara area?

If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at Santa Barbara Station. You can enquire about options for water travel at the port.