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The Inn at East Beach

2.5 star property
Motel with an outdoor pool, 7-minute walk to Santa Barbara Zoo

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The Inn at East Beach is right on Santa Barbara Beach, with a cozy fireplace in the lobby. Guests can relax by the outdoor pool on sun loungers or borrow beach towels for seaside adventures. Visitors praise the prime beachfront location and exceptionally helpful staff.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Kitchen (Terrace)

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Kitchen (Terrace)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Fireplace

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Fireplace

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Terrace)

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Terrace)

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Terrace)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace

Shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Terrace
Fireplace
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Partial Ocean View

Shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Partial Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
  • 30 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Terrace
Fireplace
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
1029 Orilla Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • West Beach - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 8 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪El Sitio - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪East Beach Tacos - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Reunion Kitchen + Drink - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Inn at East Beach

Motel remodelled in 2021 and located near Santa Barbara Zoo
The Inn at East Beach provides a fireplace in reception and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Self-parking (surcharge), outdoor furniture and a water dispenser
  • Beach towels and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The Inn at East Beach include amenities, such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 15 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - March 2021
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 15.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

East Beach Inn
Inn East Beach
Inn East Beach Santa Barbara
The Inn at East Beach Motel
The Inn at East Beach Santa Barbara
The Inn at East Beach Motel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

Does The Inn at East Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Is The Inn at East Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 50.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Inn at East Beach?

Self-parking is available for USD 15.00 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Inn at East Beach?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Inn at East Beach?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Inn at East Beach located?

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo. Chase Palm Park and Cabrillo Pavillion are also within 5 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 29 minutes by foot.

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The Inn at East Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 496 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 266 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 139 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 1009 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Cedric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stayed here because it was a good value and
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rohankumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the beach. Well maintained!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super awesome! Clean room. Close to everything!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge and Esther

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We like cuz the beach is near and we can walk to the pier , nice the hotel , the staff very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a great location. Easy walk to the beach and local restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cleve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and clean, perfect for a great stay in Santa Barbara.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good coffee in the morning and friendly staff They even let us check in early since we arrived ahead of schedule. Clean and nice pool and loved walking distance to the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing, quiet little place just a few steps from thr beach.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, super staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very polite nice and professional. The rooms were decent size and clean. I would recommend them.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Inn.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness
All good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute older hotel in very convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

tonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Fair deal

Manager was very kind and the room was nicely remodeled. Walls a bit thin so noise travels but all round good value
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

S

If you stay downstairs you will hear everyone walking upstairs. Nice area. Street parking is available. Breakfast was package pastries, ,apples, tea and coffee
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, very safe, beds were really comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Retro feel like what the 70's probably felt like in SB. Clean. Unique layout. Sheets and bed were very comfy. Perfectly located across from the wedding venue I was attending. Would visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious room. Close to beach! Wonderful attentive staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and service is good. Property can use updating, but at this price it’s hard to be displeased. Air conditioning sure would be nice, but with the door open, it cooled quickly.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margarita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was clean. It was really nice staying here right across the street. You can go to a restaurant. You cross one more street. There’s another restaurant. Everything is nearby. You can walk to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great location

Maybe a bit frayed at the edges, but overall good value for the money. Comfortable room and the location is excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A+

Very clean and fantastic location. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the ambiance of the hotel. It had a quaint beachy decor. Room was spacious. Staff friendly and helpful when I asked about dining and shopping options. Just a couple blocks from East Beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Windows without screens, general upkeep poor.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed there before. Had a fireplace on another visit. The pool was very nice. Outside heater wasn't available on the cool evening.That would have been great, but they don't light them in the summer. The breakfast is just small pastries and tea or coffee. I would cal it a mini continental breakfast. bed was comfortable. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025