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1524 Cheap Hotels in Santa Barbara Beach - Specials, Reviews, & Last Minute Deals

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The Milo
The Milo
3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1450)
"great stay"
The price is AU$333
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
The Milo
Exterior
Inn By The Harbor
Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1742)
"Great location and very hotel."
The price is AU$350
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Inn By The Harbor
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony)
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1931)
"Had a great stay would go back, breakfast was great "
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Front of property
Mason Beach Inn
Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
"Quiet great staff clean comfortable beds great service great location"
The price is AU$733
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Mason Beach Inn
View from property
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1088)
"Great hotel!"
The price is AU$346
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
View from property
Beachside Inn
Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1072)
"Clean, quiet, fun little boutique inn. "
The price is AU$245
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Beachside Inn
Front of property
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1008)
"Very clean and quiet and convenient to restaurant and pier"
The price is AU$236
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Front of property – evening/night
La Playa Inn
La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1013)
"Great location and stay here!"
The price is AU$353
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
La Playa Inn
Front of property
The Franciscan Hotel
The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1015)
"Loved the location!"
The Franciscan Hotel
Front of property
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1255)
"This was a very quaint inn. "
The price is AU$365
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Outdoor wedding area
Villa Rosa Inn
Villa Rosa Inn
2.5 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (998)
"Great location, easy to walk everywhere. "
The price is AU$279
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Villa Rosa Inn
Outdoor pool
Harbor View Inn
Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1008)
"It was a perfect spot for vacation."
The price is AU$483
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Harbor View Inn
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
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1305)
"Great placevto stay, and a great staff...."
The price is AU$379
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Exterior
Marina Beach Motel
Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1017)
"Nicely remodeled motel with comfortable rooms in a great location near beach and restaurants."
The price is AU$321
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Marina Beach Motel
Lobby lounge
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (340)
"Thanks this amazing place and caring team for a lovely stay. Brand new, nicely designed rooms, breakfast (included) cooked specially for you. Ideal location - 5 min walk to the beach or to the downtown. Close to 101. Looking forward for next occasion to explore Santa Barbara from Headaway."
The price is AU$330
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Front of property
Ala Mar by the Sea
Ala Mar by the Sea
2.0 star property
6.0 out of 10, (963)
"Cozy vintage hotel next to the ocean, nice walk bun. Definitely five stars!"
Ala Mar by the Sea
Sports facility
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (120)
"Must stay place beautiful pool, shopping and great ocean view "
The price is AU$479
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (966)
"I like that it's a boutique hotel."
The price is AU$486
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Exterior
Casa Del Mar Inn
Casa Del Mar Inn
3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Perfect location for a nice romantic get away for a weekend stay. "
The price is AU$253
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Casa Del Mar Inn
Front of property
Harbor House Inn
Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"The free bike rental made our day trip perfect. "
The price is AU$279
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Harbor House Inn
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Our guide on where to stay in Santa Barbara Beach

Find the best Santa Barbara Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Santa Barbara Beach
Learn more about Santa Barbara Beach

Montecito

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.

Santa Barbara showing a coastal town
Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair
Open Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair

Downtown Santa Barbara

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Santa Barbara Historical Museum might round out your trip.

West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum are top sights worth seeing.

East Beach

East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

The Mesa

While visiting The Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.

Top Santa Barbara Beach Hotel Reviews

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Clean rooms. Close to beach"
Ronald 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Barbara Beach like?
Santa Barbara Beach is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its beautiful beaches and popular zoo. Make sure that you visit Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation as part of your Santa Barbara Beach travel plans.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Santa Barbara Beach?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, La Playa Inn is the highest ranked property in Santa Barbara Beach. This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Santa Barbara Harbor, and it offers free parking and free WiFi. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Marina Beach Motel and The Franciscan Hotel.
How many hotels are there in Santa Barbara Beach?
If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Barbara, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 158 Santa Barbara Beach hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Santa Barbara Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals in Santa Barbara Beach.
What are the top things to see and do in Santa Barbara Beach?
Santa Barbara Zoo, Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center and Santa Barbara Maritime Museum are fun stops for the whole family while you're in Santa Barbara Beach. Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Santa Barbara Deep Sea, Santa Barbara Art Foundry and Reagan Ranch Center are just a few of the places to visit in and around Santa Barbara Beach. When you're sightseeing in Santa Barbara, East Beach and Moreton Bay Fig Tree are also worth a stop.
How can I get around Santa Barbara Beach and the greater Santa Barbara area?
If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at Santa Barbara Station. You can enquire about options for water travel at the port.

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