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The Inn at East Beach

2.5 star property
Motel with an outdoor pool, a short walk to Santa Barbara Zoo

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Welcome to our lobby, featuring a reception desk, coffee station, and lush greenery.
Two single beds with light-colored bedding, a nightstand, and a large window with a view.
Enjoy a warm gathering space with a fireplace, kitchen, and seating area.
Enjoy a refreshing dip in the pool surrounded by lounge chairs and take in the views from the hotel's multiple balconies.
Experience the charm of The Inn at East Beach, where a modern design meets a serene outdoor setting.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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

Relax in this stylish room with two single beds, a flat-screen TV, and a cozy fireplace.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Relax in a stylish room with a made bed, flat-screen TV, and desk area.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Relax in a stylish room with a made bed, flat-screen TV, and desk area.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Relax in a stylish room with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and cozy seating area.

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 Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Fireplace

Two single beds with light-colored bedding, a nightstand, and a large window with a view.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Fireplace

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Two single beds with light-colored bedding, a nightstand, and a large window with a view.

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, Kitchen (Terrace)

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and comfortable seating area.

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 Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Two beds with white linens and blue accents, a nightstand with a lamp and phone, and a mosaic tile design adorn the walls.

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Relax in a stylish room with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and cozy seating area.

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

Sink, mirror, and window in a bathroom with a ceiling featuring wooden paneling and three lights.

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
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
  • 30 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Sink, mirror, and window in a bathroom with a ceiling featuring wooden paneling and three lights.

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
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

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
Portable 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

  • Cabrillo Pavillion - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 4 min drive - 3.7 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 - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Shellfish Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪East Beach Tacos - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Moby Dick Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

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 with sunloungers
  • Self-parking (surcharge), outdoor furniture and beach towels
  • A water dispenser 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

Languages

English, Spanish

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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. 485 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 273 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 137 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 1000 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view and quick walk to the beach !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very convenient location, great price, comfortable rooms. Really helpful and nice staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and spacious room. Quick walk to the beach and close to any restaurant. Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well priced, close to the beach
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous service, good location, would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are very nice. Retro feel, but comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 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

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

8/10 Good

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find, and the beach is right across the street. Beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jannika

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was absolutely fantastic! I went to a wedding across the street at the community center on East Beach and it was so much fun to stay there. The whole wedding party was there and it was just a great time!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of this hotel is perfect, especially for the price. Great location, a block from the beach. This is an older hotel (set up like a Motel) but is pretty well updated. However it’s still clearly an older property. The bed needs an update and the pillows were very lumpy and uncomfortable. However I would definitely stay here again. The staff were really nice and accommodating and you really can’t beat the location.
Stayed 2 nights 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

Elisabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here many times. The staff and the manager are very friendly in the rooms are very neatly kept. I look forward to coming back
Stayed 2 nights in May 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

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner was super nice and the location was excellent! We will definitely return. Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location for the price!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice staff, great location at East Beach. 10 min bike ride to the down town area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We needed an inexpensive option and this ended up being so much better than expected! We even had an ocean view! Clean room and friendly staff. It was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I were in the area for a birthday party. The check-in process was easy, and we loved the free coffee provided in the lobby. The room was very spacious, clean, and comfortable. The only area that needed more care was the shower- the bottom of the shower curtain was a little dirty and there was something stained on the shower wall. Overall, I would highly recommend this property due to excellent service and nice facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Carlos David

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location is great. The staff could of been nice, and place could be cleaner. Needs upgrade indoors.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Disliked: Amenities
It definitely felt like an Inn. Your room is out in the open so you can hear EVERYTHING (the street traffic, the pool, people walking around) and they don't have AC so you'll need to keep windows open if you're hot. So not luxurious at all. But the room we had was well kept and seemed super clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Weve been coming here for about 15 yrs. and we love how mello the vibe is. I would have given 5 stars except for the new parking fee. It was unexpected and pretty high for how unassuming the property is. Charging $15 per night is a bit much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025