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Our top choices for Santa Barbara Beach hotels

Casa Yano by The Beach

Casa Yano by The Beach
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay! Everything was spotless, the bed was very comfortable and location was excellent! Would definitely"
United States
Emilie
The price is NZ$521
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
Casa Yano by The Beach

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,111 reviews)
"Clean rooms, great location"
United States
Oscar
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,866 reviews)
"Convenient location and beautiful area. "
United States
Agnieszka
The price is NZ$406
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Inn By The Harbor

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,335 reviews)
"Nice staff, great breakfast and lovely room. "
United States
Toni
The price is NZ$468
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable, and really pleasant stay. "
United States
Paul
Mason Beach Inn

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,322 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay very much"
United States
christy
The price is NZ$391
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Lavender Inn by the Sea

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,130 reviews)
"Perfect stay!!! "
United States
Nicholas
The price is NZ$357
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (936 reviews)
"Good size room, friendly staff, and great location."
United States
Jasper
The price is NZ$1,283
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
Hotel Californian

La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"This hotel is so cute, super friendly staffs and location is perfect. "
United States
Vivian
The price is NZ$356
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
La Playa Inn

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Great room, great location, loved this spot. "
United States
Susan
The price is NZ$476
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
Santa Barbara Inn

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (207 reviews)
"Great room and staff"
United States
JEFFREY
The price is NZ$537
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,137 reviews)
"Very clean room, great staff, and location is fantastic."
United States
David
The price is NZ$267
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Beachside Inn

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,055 reviews)
"Great brunch, beautiful property and helpful staff"
United States
Kritika
The Franciscan Hotel

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"The staff was wonderful and the room was spacious with a great view. Excellent location. We can’t wait to go back. "
United States
Sarah
The price is NZ$538
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"The location is great. Just steps from sterns wharf, restaurants and beach trails. Hotel is very pleasant. "
United States
evan
The price is NZ$261
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Riviera Beach House

The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,525 reviews)
"Staff was fantastic, lots of great amenities."
United States
Seth
The price is NZ$418
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
The Milo

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,249 reviews)
"Nice Rooms great location "
United States
Erika
The price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay "
United States
Omar
The price is NZ$520
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Harbor View Inn

Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,033 reviews)
"Room are clean and the staff helpful and friendly "
United States
Katie
The price is NZ$279
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
Marina Beach Motel

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice place."
Canada
Thomas
The price is NZ$218
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Castillo Inn at the Beach
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Compare popular hotels in Santa Barbara Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Exterior
Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,033 reviews
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Terrace/patio
La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,003 reviews
View
Beach nearby, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
View
Fountain
The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,055 reviews
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Front of property
The Eagle Inn
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,002 reviews
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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

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.

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 Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.

West Beach

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

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.

The Mesa

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

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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 a highly ranked property in Santa Barbara Beach. This hotel is a short 4-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 149 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, West Beach and East Beach 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.

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