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Accommodation near East Beach

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

Casa Riviera

4.0 star property
Laguna, 2.5 km from East Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (75)
"love staying here - will return."
United States
Mark
The price is AU$327
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Casa Riviera
Exterior
Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel

3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.4 km from East Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1026)
"The best utility and quality you can get from a motel."
United States
DANAIL IVANOV
The price is AU$220
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Marina Beach Motel
Premier Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View
Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina

3.0 star property
2.7 km from East Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (126)
"Beautiful property . Clean and aesthetically appealing . Dog friendly had me sold ! "
United States
Sheryl
Casa De La Vina
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, (1019)
"Clean room, kind and helpful staff, great parking, great location, very good breakfast "
United States
Luciana Adgemian Menani
The price is AU$278
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
La Playa Inn
Front of property
Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn

3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from East Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Everything was perfect "
United States
Andrew
The price is AU$252
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Harbor House Inn
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara

4.0 star property
2.7 km from East Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (373)
"Everything was so top-notch. However, little things like telling us we need to request room cleaning service, what the internet network/password is, text that our room is ready for us, etc. would push this to a five star."
United States
Henry
The price is AU$572
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Palihouse Santa Barbara
Premium Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette
Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin

2.5 star property
Laguna, 2.9 km from East Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (220)
"I will definitely be staying at this place again anytime I visit Santa Barbara."
United States
Stephanie
The price is AU$268
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Casa Jardin
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, (1012)
" 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 AU$447
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 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, 2.3 km from East Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1108)
"Great place."
Canada
Mario
The price is AU$260
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Front of property
The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.4 km from East Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1011)
"Clean and renovated property with SB charm. Kitchenette was great! "
United States
Madeline
The Franciscan 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, 2.6 km from East Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1315)
"Nice location"
United States
Patricia
The price is AU$278
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Front of property
The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn

3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from East Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Great location and amazing breakfast."
United States
Kristina
The price is AU$395
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
The Eagle Inn
Outdoor pool
Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn

3.5 star property
West Beach, 1.9 km from East Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
"Excellent location, view of the ocean, close to varied dining options, relaxing environment."
United States
Carlos
The price is AU$477
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Harbor View Inn
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian

5.0 star property
The Funk Zone, 1.9 km from East Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (927)
"Spotless rooms and the beds were AMAZING"
United States
Jill
The price is AU$1,346
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Hotel Californian
Reception
Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
Lower State, 2.5 km from East Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1036)
"The staff was lovely, and the hotel was in a great location. The rooms were super cute and comfortable too. Would definitely stay here again. "
United States
Leala
The price is AU$281
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Hotel Santa Barbara
Front of property
Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn

3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.4 km from East Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Great cute little hotel Lovely pool area Very likable "
United States
MOJGAN
The price is AU$392
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Mason Beach Inn
Front of property
Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach

2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.5 km from East Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Perfect location, great value, cute rooms"
United States
Stan
The price is AU$229
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Front of property
Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea

3.5 star property
West Beach, 2.6 km from East Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1294)
"The room was maintained clean, staff were kind, and parking was easy. Super close to the beach and piers (walkable), so as to downtown and old mission. "
United States
Jin
The price is AU$231
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Exterior
Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
West Beach, 2.7 km from East Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1803)
"Everything was great, clean, good staff, great breakfast and good location "
United States
Maria
The price is AU$255
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Inn By The Harbor
Exterior
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, (1186)
"Clean room and friendly staff. We enjoyed our stay. "
United States
Colleen
The price is AU$172
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
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Top East Beach Hotel Reviews

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful and charming hotel Best location "
sheila 1-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotels near other East Beach attractions

Giraffe

Santa Barbara Zoo

4.4/5 (660 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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Museum of Natural History Sea Center on Stearns Wharf in Santa Barbara, California, USA

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center during your trip to Santa Barbara. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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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 67 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, Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and 2 bars. Other good choices within a short distance include Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort and Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach.
How many hotels will I find close to East Beach?
Expedia has 67 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, Presidio Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Museum of Art. Mission Santa Barbara, Casa de la Guerra and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park 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.