A coastal town with a pier extending into the ocean, a beach, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.

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Our top choices for Santa Barbara Beach beach hotels

A spacious kitchen with granite countertops, wooden chairs, and a large island. There are multiple dining tables with chairs, a refrigerator, and a TV mounted on the wall.

1. Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
2.0 star property
6 km from Santa Barbara Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,806 reviews)
"Loved it here!"
United States
Monique
The price is AU$183
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Sandpiper Lodge
A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

2. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Lower State, 1.5 km from Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,562 reviews)
"We loved it here!"
United States
Morgan
The price is AU$501
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Hotel Santa Barbara
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand.

3. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,441 reviews)
"Excellent location, clean and comfortable room."
United States
Anne
The price is AU$209
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
An outdoor patio area with stone walls, a fire pit, and seating arrangements.

4. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
7.8 km from Santa Barbara Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,213 reviews)
"Good breakfast, nice place and not far from stuff"
United States
keivn
The price is AU$298
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
A beach with a pier extending into calm waters, surrounded by mountains.

5. Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,970 reviews)
"Really enjoyed my stay. Lovely helpful staff. Great location to walk to the Beach and restaurants."
United Kingdom
Tricia
The price is AU$354
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Inn By The Harbor
A beach with houses and palm trees in the background.

6. The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,618 reviews)
"Beautiful Santa Barbara West Beach location"
United States
Katherine
The price is AU$368
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
The Milo
A beachside path with palm trees and a clear sky.

7. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,472 reviews)
"Very clean , staff was great.loved the room. We would stay there again."
United States
David
The price is AU$397
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
An aerial view of a coastal city with a beach, residential areas, and a mountainous backdrop.

8. Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (497 reviews)
"Its location"
United States
Veronica
The price is AU$421
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
An outdoor patio area with stone flooring, wooden chairs, and tables. There are palm trees and a decorative stone wall with a statue.

9. The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,327 reviews)
"It was a super cute and spacious hotel room felt like a mini apartment I loved it"
United States
Carlos
The price is AU$222
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Franciscan Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the marina through a glass door.

10. Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,319 reviews)
"Would stay again"
United States
Jose
The price is AU$221
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Beachside Inn
A bright kitchen with large windows, wicker furniture, and a wooden countertop.

11. The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, 2.8 km from Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Super cute place!"
United States
Luan
The price is AU$414
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
The Upham Hotel
A beachside path with bicycles, palm trees, and a clear sky.

12. Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,353 reviews)
"Great location, close to beach, grounds well kept and very clean rooms. Stayed here multiple times and will continue."
United States
Brandon
The price is AU$253
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Lavender Inn by the Sea
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a refrigerator.

13. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
2.0 star property
15.9 km from Santa Barbara Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,812 reviews)
"Good parking, centrally located, walking distance to Carpinteria State Park."
United States
Stephen
The price is AU$130
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through a glass door to the outdoors.

14. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
4.5 star property
Laguna, 1.6 km from Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (357 reviews)
"Great place to stay in Santa Barbara!"
United States
Melissa
The price is AU$339
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.

15. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,201 reviews)
"Lovely quiet hotel in a wonderful location! Will definitely stay there again"
United States
Ingrid
The price is AU$272
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Marina Beach Hotel
A serene pond surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees, with a building in the background.

16. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
10.3 km from Santa Barbara Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,490 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Kaitlin
The price is AU$312
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
A beach view with palm trees and a clear sky.

17. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,521 reviews)
"Good parking options, simple room which was all we needed!"
Australia
Jess
The price is AU$194
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
A coastal hotel with a beach view, multiple buildings, and a prominent tower.

18. Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Love this hotel and the staff was amazing!"
United States
Alyse
The price is AU$340
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
A covered outdoor area with a pergola, steps leading to a door labeled "Office," and lush greenery including large plants and flowering bushes.

19. Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"We had a great stay!"
Canada
Sandy Lyne
The price is AU$317
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Mason Beach Inn
A coastal view with a beach, palm trees, and a white building with a red roof.

20. Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Very nice and friendly staff"
United States
Anzhela
The price is AU$452
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Santa Barbara Inn
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Top Santa Barbara Beach Hotel Reviews

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful amazing hotel, very clean, very pretty, everyone was very sweet. It’s a good price hotel for the location. Will be coming back to this hotel next time in santa barbara"
Brooke 4-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Barbara Beach like for travellers who love the beach?
Known for its beaches and sunsets, Santa Barbara Beach offers a lot for the traveller booking a beach holiday.
What's the best accommodation option for a beach holiday in Santa Barbara Beach?
The Milo is a top beach hotel with 2 outdoor pools and free WiFi, and it's located on West Beach . Other good choices for your beach trip include Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort and Hotel Californian.
How many beach hotels should I expect to find in Santa Barbara Beach?
Choose from one of Expedia's 26 hotels in Santa Barbara Beach for your beachside break.
What is there to see and do around Santa Barbara Beach?
After getting settled at your accommodation of choice, you'll likely want to venture out and explore. If you can't wait to check out the beaches, head to East Beach or Leadbetter Beach for a relaxing day by the water. Take advantage of the area's boating and cycling trails, and make time for local attractions such as Stearns Wharf and West Beach. For more things to see and do, consider visiting Santa Barbara Harbor or Santa Barbara Zoo.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Santa Barbara Beach?
This travel information can help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Santa Barbara Beach with ease. To get to Santa Barbara Beach, you can fly into Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal), the closest major airport, which is located 8.9 mi (14.3 km) away. You can learn about water transport options at the port.

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