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1535 Cheap Hotels in Santa Barbara Beach - Specials, Reviews, & Last Minute Deals

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
Courtyard

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1024)
"Clean safe nice stay"
The price is AU$148
includes taxes & fees
30 July - 31 July
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Property amenity

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1193)
"Nice location clean rooms quiet. Would stay there again"
The price is AU$254
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Free daily buffet breakfast

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1013)
"We had a lovely stay and enjoyed the area very much. "
The price is AU$268
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Exterior

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1042)
"Really enjoyed the stay. "
The price is AU$289
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Room, 1 King Bed (Deck) | Terrace/patio

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1008)
"Very friendly staff, good location for exploring Santa Barbara. Breakfast basket was a nice add on although it is very small."
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
The Inn at East Beach
Reception

The Inn at East Beach

2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1019)
"We like cuz the beach is near and we can walk to the pier , nice the hotel , the staff very friendly "
The Inn at East Beach
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
View from property

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1043)
"Wonderful stay. Loved how close it was to everything. "
The price is AU$470
includes taxes & fees
30 July - 31 July
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Marina Beach Motel
Exterior

Marina Beach Motel

3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1009)
"We love this hotel "
The price is AU$450
includes taxes & fees
30 July - 31 July
Marina Beach Motel
The Milo
Exterior detail

The Milo

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1407)
"It is very conveniently located to the beach, the restaurants and tasting rooms. "
The price is AU$463
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
The Milo
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Sports facility

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (42)
"Great hotel! Right on the beach! Best hotel in the area"
The price is AU$580
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony)

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1814)
"Very nice location and stay "
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Inn
Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view

Santa Barbara Inn

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1009)
"Elegant boutique hotel with a great location. "
The price is AU$831
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Santa Barbara Inn
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Reception

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (888)
"Love this place. Will definitely come back!"
The price is AU$370
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Front of property

Lavender Inn by the Sea

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1241)
"Easy parking. Nice breakfast."
The price is AU$452
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Mason Beach Inn
Front of property

Mason Beach Inn

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (943)
"Such a lovely little hotel close to the beach and beautiful. "
The price is AU$546
includes taxes & fees
30 July - 31 July
Mason Beach Inn
Inn By The Harbor
Exterior

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1660)
"Really great fun and friendly place. "
The price is AU$452
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Inn By The Harbor
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Lobby lounge

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (329)
"It was a great place to stay. The staff was amazing! We can't wait to stay there again. "
The price is AU$461
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Harbor View Inn
Outdoor pool

Harbor View Inn

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1009)
"Very nice place to stay "
The price is AU$587
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Harbor View Inn
Beachside Inn
View from property

Beachside Inn

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1022)
"Good place basic breakfast great location lived the hotel decor highly recommend "
The price is AU$411
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Beachside Inn
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1269)
"Fantastic staff, nice breakfast and happy hour, cute facilities, great location"
The price is AU$466
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
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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 map

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 map

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 County Courthouse might round out your trip.

East Beach map

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.

West Beach map

West Beach

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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

The Mesa map

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

Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian

10/10 Excellent
"The staff was super friendly and exceptional and the rooms gorgeous! Big and spacious, white marble bathrooms, the most comfy bed and bedding. Loved everything about it!!!"
Patrice 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Hotel Californian

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 Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach.

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 161 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.