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Our top choices for Santa Barbara Beach hotels

1. 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, (1,123 reviews)
"Wonderful stay!"
United States
Melanie
The price is AU$379
includes taxes & fees
30 June - 1 July
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

2. Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Amazing property and great service."
United States
jelica
The price is AU$418
includes taxes & fees
30 June - 1 July
Santa Barbara Inn

3. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,395 reviews)
"A great spot just a stones throw to the beach. Very clean and tidy, just what we needed for a couple of nights."
United Kingdom
Angus
The price is AU$305
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

4. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, beautiful clean property, free parking, super nice staff. Would stay here again!"
United States
Gwen
The price is AU$448
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June
La Playa Inn

5. Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (333 reviews)
"Great stay! Use the fire pits at night."
United States
Salina
The price is AU$608
includes taxes & fees
30 June - 1 July
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

6. Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,865 reviews)
"Nice location, friendly staff"
United States
Constantin
The price is AU$441
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June
Inn By The Harbor

7. 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, (1,398 reviews)
"A great place to stay!"
United States
Alison
The price is AU$495
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

8. Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,343 reviews)
"Very nice stay with a great location"
United States
Brian
The price is AU$435
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July
Lavender Inn by the Sea

9. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room and super convenient location. The staff are quite friendly as well."
United States
Jamil
The price is AU$322
includes taxes & fees
30 June - 1 July
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

10. Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel. Clean, cheerful environment, spacious room, comfortable beds, walking distance to restaurants, the pier and the beach. Would definitely stay there again."
United States
Ireny
The price is AU$533
includes taxes & fees
23 July - 24 July
Mason Beach Inn

11. 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, (443 reviews)
"Great place to stay!!"
United States
Viviano
The price is AU$439
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

12. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,285 reviews)
"3 blocks from the beach with an awesome staff and spotless rooms."
United States
Daneka
The price is AU$315
includes taxes & fees
30 June - 1 July
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

13. Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,223 reviews)
"Great property! Great location!"
United States
James
The price is AU$311
includes taxes & fees
30 June - 1 July
Beachside Inn

14. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,129 reviews)
"We always love staying here when visiting Santa Barbara!"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is AU$436
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June
Marina Beach Hotel

15. Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (969 reviews)
"Loved the location and decoration. Amazing bed and pillows ❤️"
United States
Maria
The price is AU$720
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Hotel Californian

16. Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Excellent location, great places for breakfast and dinner options within walking distance."
United States
Andrea
The price is AU$575
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
Harbor View Inn

17. Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Jill
The price is AU$422
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
Harbor House Inn

18. The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room and its location to the beach was great. Many restaurants within walking distance."
United States
John
The price is AU$470
includes taxes & fees
30 June - 1 July
The Eagle Inn

19. The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,585 reviews)
"Great location, nice room and pool!"
United States
Natasha
The price is AU$527
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
The Milo

20. The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"great location!"
United States
Karen
The price is AU$248
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June
The Inn at East Beach
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Compare popular hotels in Santa Barbara Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Front of property
Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
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Exterior
Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,129 reviews
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Front of property – evening/night
La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
View
Deluxe Apartment | Interior
Casa Yano by The Beach
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
14 reviews
View
Fountain
The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,198 reviews
View

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 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.

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

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

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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 West Beach as part of your Santa Barbara Beach travel plans.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Santa Barbara Beach?
Based on our traveller data, Beachside Inn is one of the top choices for your stay in Santa Barbara Beach. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Santa Barbara Harbor, and it offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Avania Inn of Santa Barbara 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 174 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 West Beach are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Santa Barbara Deep Sea, Santa Barbara Art Foundry and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation are just a few of the places to visit in and around Santa Barbara Beach. When you're sightseeing in Santa Barbara, Reagan Ranch Center 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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