Santa Barbara Beach Travel Guide

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Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Barbara Beach
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Our pick of the best Santa Barbara Beach Hotel Deals

The Milo

The Milo

3.5 out of 5
202 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$473 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$473
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,397 reviews)
"Really superb service. I am glad they are doing a full renovation of the rooms and think it will vastly improve once complete. the fire pits are lovely and the staff really looks after their guests."

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

The Milo
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

3 out of 5
306 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$507 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$507
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,032 reviews)
great place to stay
"the location was great. walking distance to just about everywhere. Upon arrival we were about an hour early for check in, but thought to inquire anyway. We were greeted by the nicest staff, who not only allowed us to check in but also had our room ready. The room was very clean and had a balcony ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 out of 5
128 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,800 reviews)
"Happy with the room but the phone did not work😞"

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

2 out of 5
443 Corona Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$312 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$312
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,022 reviews)
Clean, compact, basic. Not worth the money though.
"The room was clean and compact. My question would be, what is the difference between the deluxe and standard as I couldn’t find one. The room isn’t really suitable for 4 people and I’m not a fan of the sink outside the bathroom. Air con was very noisy but effective. Check in staff weren’t particularly ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

4 out of 5
633 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$628 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
NZ$628
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 6 outdoor pickleball courts. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (37 reviews)
Perfect
"Nice property. Jamie at the bar is amazing. The entire staff was friendly. Food was good and location was perfect."

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn

4 out of 5
901 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$716 per night from 29 July to 30 July
NZ$716
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Santa Barbara Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Santa Barbara Beach

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Waterfront

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

Waterfront
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East Beach

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

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

East Beach
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The Funk Zone

5/5(2 area reviews)

Travellers come to The Funk Zone for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Art Foundry while you're in town.

The Funk Zone
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Lower State

While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Moreton Bay Fig Tree.

Lower State
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Eastside

While Eastside isn't home to many top sights, Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Eastside
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West Beach

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

West Beach

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