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Our top choices for East Beach hotels

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
East Beach, 0.3 km from East Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"Great property, perfect location, staff is very nice and warm"
United States
wandi
The price is AU$431
includes taxes & fees
7 June - 8 June
Santa Barbara Inn
Room amenity

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
East Beach, 0.2 km from East Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,380 reviews)
"One of the best motels and super close to the beach, zoo, and everything else."
United States
Olga
The price is AU$265
includes taxes & fees
30 June - 1 July
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Deluxe Apartment | Interior

Casa Yano by The Beach

Casa Yano by The Beach
4.0 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from East Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Really nice stay! Modern and very clean. I love how close we were to everything. Walking distance to shops, the harbor and restaurants. The hosts were very nice and the communication was excellent! We will definitely go back."
United States
Kelli
The price is AU$464
includes taxes & fees
16 June - 17 June
Casa Yano by The Beach
Front of property

Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from East Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"The staff was amazing! We had a quiet and very clean room. Walking distance to great breakfast places and the beach. Highly recommend this property!"
United States
Diana
The price is AU$311
includes taxes & fees
7 June - 8 June
Harbor House Inn
Exterior

Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.4 km from East Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,136 reviews)
"We always love staying here when visiting Santa Barbara!"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is AU$443
includes taxes & fees
9 June - 10 June
Marina Beach Hotel
Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | Living area

Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.5 star property
Laguna, 2.5 km from East Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (212 reviews)
"One of my favorite hotels in Santa Barbara"
United States
Alex
The price is AU$407
includes taxes & fees
7 June - 8 June
Casa Riviera
Comfort Apartment, 1 King Bed | Exterior

Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina
4.0 star property
2.7 km from East Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (178 reviews)
"Beautiful clean property, quiet neighborhood and close to Main Street/beaches. We enjoyed the stay!"
United States
Tatyana
The price is AU$345
includes taxes & fees
7 June - 8 June
Casa De La Vina
Reception

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
East Beach, 0.3 km from East Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean room and super convenient location. The staff are quite friendly as well."
United States
Jamil
The price is AU$280
includes taxes & fees
8 June - 9 June
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Front of property – evening/night

La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.5 km from East Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location, lots of restaurants nearby and the room and amenities were great."
United States
Elena
The price is AU$406
includes taxes & fees
7 June - 8 June
La Playa Inn
Grand Suite | Private kitchen

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
East Beach, 0.3 km from East Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean room and perfect location to the beach "
United States
Gilbert
The price is AU$282
includes taxes & fees
15 June - 16 June
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
View from property

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from East Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,119 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and accommodating, location is close to the beach"
United States
Ricardo
The price is AU$398
includes taxes & fees
7 June - 8 June
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Fountain

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.4 km from East Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,160 reviews)
"Great location and great staff"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is AU$347
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June
The Franciscan Hotel
Reception

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
East Beach, 0.2 km from East Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,008 reviews)
"Friendly staff, comfy bed, roomy shower, and good selection of TV channels."
United States
Deserie
The price is AU$234
includes taxes & fees
15 June - 16 June
The Inn at East Beach
Exterior

Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin
3.0 star property
Laguna, 2.9 km from East Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (273 reviews)
"Well appointed and loved the location. Walkable to many shops & restaurants."
United States
Judy
The price is AU$278
includes taxes & fees
8 June - 9 June
Casa Jardin
Exterior

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
West Beach, 2.6 km from East Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,406 reviews)
"A great place to stay!"
United States
Alison
The price is AU$411
includes taxes & fees
9 June - 10 June
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Outdoor pool

Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
West Beach, 2 km from East Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Excellent location, great places for breakfast and dinner options within walking distance."
United States
Andrea
The price is AU$553
includes taxes & fees
8 June - 9 June
Harbor View Inn
Front of property

The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.4 km from East Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room and its location to the beach was great. Many restaurants within walking distance."
United States
John
The price is AU$418
includes taxes & fees
7 June - 8 June
The Eagle Inn
Superior Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (The Grand Studio Double)

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
2.7 km from East Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (411 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel centrally located! My new favorite hotel in Santa Barbara!"
United States
Margo
The price is AU$756
includes taxes & fees
8 June - 9 June
Palihouse Santa Barbara
Restaurant

Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
The Funk Zone, 1.9 km from East Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (963 reviews)
"We had an awesome time at hotel Californian there rooftop pool is great. All the restaurants which are all walking distance were delicious. Very friendly staff and great rooms with balcony views of the ocean."
United States
Oscar
The price is AU$968
includes taxes & fees
7 June - 8 June
Hotel Californian
City view from property

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Lower State, 2.1 km from East Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (211 reviews)
"Im greatly satisfied on my stay!!"
United States
alan jr
The price is AU$270
includes taxes & fees
7 June - 8 June
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
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Compare popular hotels close to East Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view
Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,007 reviews
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Room amenity
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,380 reviews
View
Deluxe Apartment | Interior
Casa Yano by The Beach
4.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
11 reviews
View
Front of property
Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,004 reviews
View
Exterior
Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,136 reviews
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Top East Beach Hotel Reviews

The Milo

The Milo

6/10 Okay
"Ceiling fan wasn’t working in newly remodeled room"
Blake 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
The Milo

Hotels near other East Beach attractions

Giraffe

Santa Barbara Zoo

4.5/5 (1,101 reviews)
Why not meet the animals who call Santa Barbara Zoo home during your holiday in Santa Barbara? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around East Beach?
East Beach is located in Santa Barbara. This welcoming area is known for its beautiful beaches and popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 54 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near East Beach?
Adjacent to East Beach, Santa Barbara Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices within a short distance include Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort and Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt.
How many hotels will I find close to East Beach?
Expedia has 54 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from East Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near East Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near East Beach.
What can I see and do near East Beach?
You'll want to browse the collections at MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center and Reagan Ranch Center. Mission Santa Barbara, El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park and Presidio Santa Barbara are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around East Beach. You can watch performances at Lobero Theater, Santa Barbara Bowl and Granada Theatre if you're interested in local theatre.
How can I get to East Beach?
If you're taking a train into town, Santa Barbara Station is the closest station to Santa Barbara Beach. There may not be many public transport options near to East Beach so consider renting a car to see more of the area.