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

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! (1,878 reviews)
Location, location, location.
"Comfortable hotel with a perfect location. Good breakfast sele. Nice pool and hot tub. Would stay again and recommend."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
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$564 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
NZ$564
1 Oct - 2 Oct
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! (104 reviews)
"Clean rooms. Walking distance to shops and so close to beach! Perfect getaway!"

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 out of 5
433 W Montecito St, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$466 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
NZ$466
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,727 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful. Beds were comfortable. The AC had a slightly moldy smell to it and our room never was cleaned in the four nights but it was fine. Super convenient location. We walked to the beach, food and shopping."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Inn By The Harbor
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

3 out of 5
336 W. Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$321 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
NZ$321
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,055 reviews)
"No"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Beachside Inn
Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn

4 out of 5
901 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$659 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
NZ$659
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
"Great vibe"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Santa Barbara Inn
The Milo

The Milo

3.5 out of 5
202 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$394 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
NZ$394
29 Sept - 30 Sept
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! (1,420 reviews)
"I loved the hotel. It was clean, quiet, and in a great location. There were tables and fire pits in various spots around the hotel, allowing you to enjoy unforgettable evenings by the sea. Plus, all the staff were very friendly."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

The Milo
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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