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1527 Cheap Hotels in Santa Barbara Beach - Specials, Reviews, & Last Minute Deals

Exterior
Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
Santa Barbara 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 detail
The Milo

The Milo

4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1493)
"Great location, friendly staff and valet, pretty room. "
United States
Asha
The price is AU$268
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
The Milo
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony)
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1993)
"Hotel was nice and location was great."
Canada
Donald
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Front of property
Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn

3.0 star property
Santa Barbara 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
View from property
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1092)
"Room was clean and big,location was great"
United States
Daniel
The price is AU$219
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Beachside Inn
View from property
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

3.0 star property
Santa Barbara 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
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1011)
"Clean and renovated property with SB charm. Kitchenette was great! "
United States
Madeline
The Franciscan Hotel
Front of property
Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea

3.5 star property
Santa Barbara 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
Front of property – evening/night
La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn

2.5 star property
Santa Barbara 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
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Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel

3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1025)
"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
Outdoor pool
Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn

3.5 star property
Santa Barbara 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
Front of property
Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach

2.5 star property
Santa Barbara 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
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
Santa Barbara 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
Lobby lounge
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (353)
"The room was perfect and spotless "
United States
Liz
The price is AU$241
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Outdoor wedding area
Villa Rosa Inn

Villa Rosa Inn

2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1005)
"Good location, good hotel."
United States
EMIN
The price is AU$230
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Villa Rosa Inn
Front of property
Ala Mar by the Sea

Ala Mar by the Sea

2.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
6.0 out of 10, (968)
"Cozy vintage hotel next to the ocean, nice walk bun. Definitely five stars!"
United States
Mikhail
Ala Mar by the Sea
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
Santa Barbara Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (985)
"I like that it's a boutique hotel."
United States
Jacquelyne
The price is AU$434
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Exterior
Casa Del Mar Inn

Casa Del Mar Inn

3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"The room was clean, area very quiet even though close to the ocean less than 5 min walk, felt like a very safe place, friendly helpful staff"
United States
Inna
The price is AU$254
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Casa Del Mar Inn
Sports facility
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (151)
"Great place"
United States
James
The price is AU$466
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Front of property
Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn

3.0 star property
Santa Barbara 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
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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 Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.

West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach 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

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, excellent staff, convenient location and access to the beach, restaurants, & shops!"
Michelle 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

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 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, West Beach and East Beach 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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