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Accommodation near Santa Barbara Zoo

Executive Apartment, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony, Mountain View | Terrace/patio
Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera

4.0 star property
Laguna, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (74)
"love staying here - will return."
United States
Mark
The price is NZ$386
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Casa Riviera
Exterior
Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel

3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1017)
"Nicely remodeled motel with comfortable rooms in a great location near beach and restaurants."
United States
Greg
The price is NZ$259
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Marina Beach Motel
Premier Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View
Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina

3.0 star property
3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (125)
"Beautiful property . Clean and aesthetically appealing . Dog friendly had me sold ! "
United States
Sheryl
Casa De La Vina
Front of property
Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn

3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Everything was perfect "
United States
Andrew
The price is NZ$295
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Harbor House Inn
Front of property – evening/night
La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn

2.5 star property
West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1009)
"Nice room, helpful staff, good breakfast "
United States
chris
The price is NZ$400
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
La Playa Inn
Premium Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette
Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin

2.5 star property
Laguna, 3.2 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (219)
"I will definitely be staying at this place again anytime I visit Santa Barbara."
United States
Stephanie
The price is NZ$309
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Casa Jardin
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara

4.0 star property
3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (368)
"Stellar!! I will definitely be back. Super clean, very friendly, great location, and a very fun vibe."
United States
James
The price is NZ$752
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Palihouse Santa Barbara
Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view
Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn

4.0 star property
East Beach, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1009)
" Beautiful property, the facility was gorgeous and next to the beach, this is a wonderful facility to relax and the gym was adequate and very clean! It is a place that I must return to at some point and time!"
United States
EDWARD
The price is NZ$517
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Santa Barbara Inn
View from property
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1101)
"Great place."
Canada
Mario
The price is NZ$365
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

3.5 star property
West Beach, 3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1308)
"Nice location"
United States
Patricia
The price is NZ$326
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Front of property
The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1007)
"Clean and renovated property with SB charm. Kitchenette was great! "
United States
Madeline
The Franciscan Hotel
Front of property
The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn

3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1009)
"Great location and amazing breakfast."
United States
Kristina
The price is NZ$485
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
The Eagle Inn
Outdoor pool
Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn

3.5 star property
West Beach, 2.5 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Excellent location, view of the ocean, close to varied dining options, relaxing environment."
United States
Carlos
The price is NZ$559
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Harbor View Inn
City view from property
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

2.0 star property
Lower State, 2.6 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (169)
"Fun and friendly atmosphere. Matthew was especially kind in showing me around. Definitely would stay here again."
United States
Jacob
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian

5.0 star property
The Funk Zone, 2.4 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (926)
"Spotless rooms and the beds were AMAZING"
United States
Jill
The price is NZ$1,612
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Hotel Californian
Front of property
Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach

2.5 star property
West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Perfect location, great value, cute rooms"
United States
Stan
The price is NZ$280
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Front of property
Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn

3.0 star property
West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
"Great cute little hotel Lovely pool area Very likable "
United States
MOJGAN
The price is NZ$457
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Mason Beach Inn
Front of property
Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea

3.5 star property
West Beach, 3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1286)
"Pleasant staff, comfortable room, nice shower, safe area."
United States
Bruce
The price is NZ$276
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Exterior
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

2.0 star property
East Beach, 0.6 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1177)
"Clean, friendly staff, convenient location "
United States
Ruomei
The price is NZ$218
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony)
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
West Beach, 3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1979)
"Hotel was nice and location was great."
Canada
Donald
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
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Top Santa Barbara Zoo Hotel Reviews

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Great place, super friendly staff. Oscar was great. He deserves a raise."
Michael 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
The Inn at East Beach

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Barbara Zoo?
Santa Barbara Zoo is located in a walkable area of Santa Barbara known for its beautiful beaches and popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 83 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Santa Barbara Zoo?
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this resort offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Santa Barbara Zoo. Other good choices within a short distance include Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach and Santa Barbara Inn.
How many hotels are there close to Santa Barbara Zoo?
Expedia has 83 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Santa Barbara Zoo.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Barbara Zoo, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Santa Barbara Zoo.
What can I see and do near Santa Barbara Zoo?
You'll want to browse the collections at MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, Presidio Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Museum of Art. Explore notable local landmarks like Mission Santa Barbara, Casa Del Herrero and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park. You can catch a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, Lobero Theater and Arlington Theater.
How can I get to Santa Barbara Zoo?
With so many choices for transport, seeing all of the area near Santa Barbara Zoo is a breeze. If you want to explore the larger area, hop aboard a train at Santa Barbara Station. You can learn about water transport options at the local port.

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