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1518 Cheap Hotels in Santa Barbara Beach - Specials, Reviews, & Last Minute Deals

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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, (1848)
"Great location, close to the beach, with a nice park across the street. The room was clean and comfortable and the complimentary breakfast is a nice touch. "
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Montecito Inn
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | View from room

Montecito Inn

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Beautiful and well maintained "
The price is AU$353
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Montecito Inn
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Exterior

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1084)
"Great place to stay."
The price is AU$236
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
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, (1009)
"We had a lovely stay and enjoyed the area very much. "
The price is AU$254
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Property amenity

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1232)
"It is a beutifull place, Spanish style building. "
The price is AU$252
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Marina Beach Motel
Exterior

Marina Beach Motel

3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1011)
"Always a great place to stay, so close to everything "
The price is AU$337
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Marina Beach Motel
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Room, 1 King Bed (Deck) | Terrace/patio

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1007)
"Ok place to stay."
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
The Franciscan Hotel
Front of property

The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1025)
"Great location, nice boutique hotel "
The Franciscan Hotel
Mason Beach Inn
Front of property

Mason Beach Inn

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (984)
"Such a lovely little hotel close to the beach and beautiful. "
The price is AU$461
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Mason Beach Inn
Beachside Inn
View from property

Beachside Inn

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1040)
"Good location and reasonable price."
The price is AU$280
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Beachside Inn
Harbor House Inn
Front of property

Harbor House Inn

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"We super enjoyed our stay! Thanks for keep the place so charming and lovely!"
The price is AU$270
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Harbor House Inn
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Sports facility

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (86)
"Very good hotel with view of the beach and walk across the road to the beach front park and trail."
The price is AU$535
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
The Milo
Exterior detail

The Milo

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1414)
"The Best place to stay in Santa Barbara "
The price is AU$402
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
The Milo
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, (1003)
"Close to the Beach and great food"
The price is AU$591
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Santa Barbara Inn
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, (1071)
"Good place to stay "
The price is AU$417
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Harbor View Inn
Outdoor pool

Harbor View Inn

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Very nice place to stay "
The price is AU$479
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Harbor View Inn
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Front of property

Castillo Inn at the Beach

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1008)
"Love this hotel. Location is great."
The price is AU$281
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Castillo Inn at the Beach
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, (912)
"Great spot, nice room and comfortable beds. "
The price is AU$319
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (928)
"Perfect location for a weekend getaway and the staffs were very friendly. Had a great time and we will definitely be coming back! "
The price is AU$441
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
The Inn at East Beach
Reception

The Inn at East Beach

2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1004)
"Great location, clean and charming"
The Inn at East 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

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 County Courthouse might round out your trip.

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.

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

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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 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.