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Our top choices for Santa Barbara Beach hotels

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,056 reviews)
"We loved this hotel. It was a perfect location very close and walkable to the beach and state street. Staff was very nice and helpful. We would stay again next time in the area."
United States
Janelle
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

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, (1,317 reviews)
"I loved it here!"
United States
Elijah
The price is AU$317
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,849 reviews)
"It was a beautiful place to stay"
United States
Joseph
The price is AU$286
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Inn By The Harbor

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,314 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay very much"
United States
christy
The price is AU$286
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Lavender Inn by the Sea

Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable, and really pleasant stay. "
United States
Paul
Mason Beach Inn

La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Very clean, walkable to the beach/nearby restaurants & pier"
United States
Cassie
The price is AU$303
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
La Playa Inn

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, (1,106 reviews)
"Great complimentary breakfast and location. "
United States
Kristine
The price is AU$259
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (183 reviews)
"Perfect stay "
United States
Nishant
The price is AU$485
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (933 reviews)
"Good size room, friendly staff, and great location."
United States
Jasper
The price is AU$1,223
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Hotel Californian

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, great views , and lovely staff. "
United States
Laura
The price is AU$429
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan
Santa Barbara Inn

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)
" Clean rooms and easy access to beach."
United States
Pradeep
The price is AU$427
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,046 reviews)
"Great brunch, beautiful property and helpful staff"
United States
Kritika
The Franciscan Hotel

Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff very courteous and rooms very nice. Great view and easy access to beach.."
United States
JohnB
The price is AU$418
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Harbor View Inn

Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,112 reviews)
"Everything was good- we’ll come back again and recommend this place to others! "
United States
Jim
The price is AU$188
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Beachside Inn

Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Guillermo
The price is AU$235
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Riviera Beach House

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Perfect location, great value, cute rooms"
United States
Stan
The price is AU$213
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Castillo Inn at the Beach

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (988 reviews)
"A wonderful hotel to stay in very clean very new absolutely loved it and it had a fireplace which was so cute"
United States
Yveta
The price is AU$162
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Very clean room and nice, hospitable staff. The place has about 10 rooms, bungalows with free parking right on property [U-shape, sitting area in the middle and all the bungalows facing the parking lot]. The room had everything I needed: fridge, water bottles, snacks available in the lobby]. I didn't use the free bicycles because of my itinerary, but was a nice amenity. I would stay again for sure."
United States
Otilia
The price is AU$272
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Harbor House Inn

Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Great staffs and excellent location. "
United States
Nick
The price is AU$230
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Marina Beach Motel

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and parking, nice atmosphere, friendly helpful staff, comfortable bed and room"
United States
Irene
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
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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.

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 Carriage and Western Art 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.

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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 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 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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