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Our top choices for Tar Pits Park hotels

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1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
2.5 star property
0.6 km from Tar Pits Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Very nice stay."
United States
Grégory
The price is AU$332
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Property amenity

2. Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 star property
2.2 km from Tar Pits Park
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,550 reviews)
"Room was clean and service was great"
United States
Peter
The price is AU$293
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Free WiFi, bed sheets

3. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
2.0 star property
0.7 km from Tar Pits Park
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,442 reviews)
"Great location, easy parking. Staff was very friendly. Great motel to take the dogs."
United States
Teresa
The price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
Courtyard

4. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
2.0 star property
2.8 km from Tar Pits Park
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,272 reviews)
"Staff was amazing!"
United States
Gerald
The price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Ground Floor | Terrace/patio

5. Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
0.6 km from Tar Pits Park
7.0 out of 10, Good, (690 reviews)
"My sister said the coffee was delicious! Nice selection of tea and bagels for me."
United States
Jacqueline
The price is AU$293
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July
Casa Del Sol
Front of property

6. Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
17.1 km from Tar Pits Park
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Jill
The price is AU$462
includes taxes & fees
22 July - 23 July
Harbor House Inn
Exterior

7. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
17.1 km from Tar Pits Park
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,152 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
James
The price is AU$456
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Marina Beach Hotel
Exterior

8. Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn
5.0 star property
18.8 km from Tar Pits Park
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (729 reviews)
"One of the best places we have stayed in."
United States
Victor
The price is AU$509
includes taxes & fees
22 July - 23 July
Simpson House Inn
Outdoor spa tub

9. Oakridge Inn

Oakridge Inn
2.0 star property
19.4 km from Tar Pits Park
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Clean room, convenient parking, very close drive to downtown Ojai"
United States
Joseph
The price is AU$202
includes taxes & fees
22 July - 23 July
Oakridge Inn
Outdoor pool

10. Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
7.3 km from Tar Pits Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Beautiful location."
United States
Patricia
The price is AU$319
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Miramar Ocean View Suite | View from room

11. Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach
5.0 star property
11.5 km from Tar Pits Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (329 reviews)
"One of the best hotels Ive ever stayed "
United States
AKOP
The price is AU$3,254
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Rosewood Miramar Beach
Check-in/check-out kiosk

12. Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill
3.0 star property
8.5 km from Tar Pits Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (362 reviews)
"Lovely place. Staff was accommodating. "
United States
Dawn
The price is AU$422
includes taxes & fees
22 July - 23 July
Inn on Summer Hill
Luxury Apartment | Interior

13. Casa Castillo

Casa Castillo
4.0 star property
18.6 km from Tar Pits Park
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Amazing property!"
United States
David
The price is AU$472
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
Casa Castillo
Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view

14. Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
15.3 km from Tar Pits Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel! Our second stay and definitely not our last!"
United States
Logan J
The price is AU$458
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
Santa Barbara Inn
Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | Interior

15. Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.5 star property
17.6 km from Tar Pits Park
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (250 reviews)
"Amazing stay! We stayed at the Casa De La Vina previously, and this stay was just as good! Communication was smooth, and the stay is always clean!"
United States
John Christopher
The price is AU$467
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
Casa Riviera
Comfort Apartment, 1 King Bed | Exterior

16. Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina
4.0 star property
17.6 km from Tar Pits Park
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (192 reviews)
"Great location. Very comfortable room; nice amenities. Within walking distance to many great places. Would definitely stay here again."
United States
Jane Hodges
The price is AU$432
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
Casa De La Vina
Deluxe Apartment | Interior

17. Casa Yano by The Beach

Casa Yano by The Beach
4.0 star property
17.2 km from Tar Pits Park
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Really nice stay! Modern and very clean. I love how close we were to everything. Walking distance to shops, the harbor and restaurants. The hosts were very nice and the communication was excellent! We will definitely go back."
United States
Kelli
The price is AU$707
includes taxes & fees
22 July - 23 July
Casa Yano by The Beach
Front of property – evening/night

18. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
17.2 km from Tar Pits Park
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,013 reviews)
"great place to stay. Excellent location, very helpful staff, will definitely stay here again"
United States
darryl a
The price is AU$498
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
La Playa Inn
Superior Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (The Grand Studio Double)

19. Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
17.7 km from Tar Pits Park
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (424 reviews)
"Wonderful stay - the hotel is unique and centrally located, just a quick walk to the main drag. Room was spacious and very well appointed."
United States
Mary
The price is AU$645
includes taxes & fees
30 July - 31 July
Palihouse Santa Barbara
Exterior

20. Casa Iglesia

Casa Iglesia
4.5 star property
19.4 km from Tar Pits Park
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (39 reviews)
"Great place to stay had a wonderful stay and met a lot of great people"
United States
Derrick
The price is AU$441
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Casa Iglesia
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Compare popular hotels close to Tar Pits Park

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,005 reviews
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Property amenity
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,550 reviews
View
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
2.0 star property
8.2
Very good
1,442 reviews
View
Courtyard
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
1,272 reviews
View
Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Ground Floor | Terrace/patio
Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
7.0
Good
690 reviews
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Top Tar Pits Park Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

10/10 Excellent
"From booking it on the Expedia app to even calling and having to make an adjustment where I was happily helped and accommodated to the warm welcome and making sure we had everything we needed"
Kimberley 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

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A rocky shoreline with waves crashing against the rocks and a sandy beach with seals and birds.

Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary

8.6/10 (124 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary, a lovely green space in Carpinteria. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Tar Pits Park?
Tar Pits Park is located in a welcoming area of Carpinteria known for its beautiful beaches and surfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 34 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Tar Pits Park?
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Tar Pits Park. Other good options close by include Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South and Casa Del Sol.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to Tar Pits Park?
Expedia has 34 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Tar Pits Park.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Tar Pits Park, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Tar Pits Park.
What can I see and do near Tar Pits Park?
You can wander around Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary, Tomol Interpretive Play Area or Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park if you want a dose of fresh air. Dip your toes in the water at Carpinteria State Beach, Rincon Beach Park and La Conchita Beach. Explore nature at Seaside Gardens and Toro Canyon Off Leash Area.