Santa Barbara Hotel Guide. Hotels in Santa Barbara Beach, Santa Barbara, United States of America

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Top Trending Hotels Near Santa Barbara Beach, Santa Barbara

Exterior
Ojai Valley Inn
5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Our stay was 5/9 -5/10. We were very disappointed that we were not informed when we booked our room and made our spa appointments, that we would not be allowed on property until noon. This was a Mother's Day celebration for my daughters. They both took time off work and made childcare arrangements so we could take full advantage of the spa when it opened at 8:30. I received a call the day before our arrival confirming our appointments and that is when I was informed of the spa's reduced...
The price is €789
per night
19 May - 20 May
Ojai Valley Inn
Beach nearby, beach towels
Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (849)
"This place was amazing. So friendly and peaceful and close to everything. Came for our honeymoon but definitely bringing our kids and fur babies back 🥰❤️"
The price is €203
per night
15 May - 16 May
Marina Beach Motel
Front of property
Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1040)
"Loved the hotel and location. Very nice staff. Unfortunately we had people in next room that were beyond noisy from the time they arrived at 2:15 am."
The price is €185
per night
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Castillo Inn at the Beach
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Outdoor spa tub
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1010)
"Wonderful place to stay!"
The price is €228
per night
19 May - 20 May
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (485)
"The staff was absolutely exceptional and made the experience so great. Can't wait to go back again! "
The price is €875
per night
15 May - 16 May
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view
Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Wonderful view from our ocean facing room and very quiet and peaceful. Pool area was great and very clean. "
The price is €323
per night
21 May - 22 May
Santa Barbara Inn
Front of property – evening/night
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (862)
"Great location. On property parking. Walkable to beach and boardwalk area. No issues with stay."
The price is €152
per night
27 May - 28 May
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Front of property
Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1279)
"Nice and clean inn. Friendly and attentive staff. The only negative thing was that our room was next to the office and each morning we were waken up at 6 am by the staff making noise behind the wall."
The price is €238
per night
28 May - 29 May
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Front of property – evening/night
Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1592)
"not this time"
The price is €228
per night
27 May - 28 May
Inn By The Harbor
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (822)
"Property was gorgeous and staff were amazing! Lots of great dining options within walking distance as well."
The price is €657
per night
27 May - 28 May
Hotel Californian
Front of property
The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1006)
"Great location, nice rooms and great staff."
The price is €210
per night
15 May - 16 May
The Franciscan Hotel
Beach nearby, white sand
ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel
1.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (31)
"Convenient location, spotless facilities, awesome vibe and extremely helpful and friendly staff. "
The price is €210
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1275)
"The room was very modern and clean, but the room smelled a little musty. There was no where to hang towels, which was odd. Breakfast was great! The employees were friendly and helpful! Thank you!!! The location was also great! "
The price is €187
per night
20 May - 21 May
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool
Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1008)
"The view of the ocean from the pool was awesome . Will be staying here again"
The price is €291
per night
19 May - 20 May
Harbor View Inn
3 outdoor pools
Residence Inn By Marriott Oxnard At River Ridge
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Loved the rooms"
The price is €168
per night
30 May - 31 May
Residence Inn By Marriott Oxnard At River Ridge
Lobby
Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1008)
"Great place. Love it. "
The price is €285
per night
27 May - 28 May
Hotel Santa Barbara
Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Amanzi Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1908)
"The hotel is very nice and clean inside. The rooms are very roomy. The staff is friendly and helpful. They have a very good free breakfast every morning. Parking is free. Currently the hotel is under going renovation on the outside. Hotel surrounded by scaffoling but are is clean around the hotel. Only thing affected is parking outside but they have a parking garage and parking at end of hotel. I found no issues with finding a place to park. Dining and shopping walking distance from hotel. "
The price is €168
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Amanzi Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
Front of property
Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (596)
"MB was very quiet, comfortable and convenient. "
The price is €354
per night
23 May - 24 May
Mason Beach Inn
Outdoor pool
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (82)
"Enjoyed this property in downtown Santa Barbara. The staff was excellent, they went out of the way to be helpful!! We loved all the communal spaces as we were a large family group in town for a graduation. "
The price is €256
per night
27 May - 28 May
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
Tasting room
Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (433)
"Let me say that I really really like this hotel. The outdoor space is so fun, the location is one block off of State Street, the rooms are nicely done, and I can bring my dog! There is easy parking right next door (you have to pay, but cheap for Santa Barbara). I like using my phone as a room key. The room is well appointed and has little touches like a wine bottle opener. The fire place in each room is nice, too! My only downside is that they require you to upload a picture of your...
The price is €220
per night
20 May - 21 May
Haley Hotel
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Montecito

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
5/5(4 area reviews)

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.

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Santa Barbara Beach hotels information

Number of reviews
19,179
Accommodation
1,480 hotels
Lowest Price
€152
Highest Price
€875

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 Castillo Inn at the Beach and Marina Beach Motel.

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 152 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. Chase Palm Park, Santa Barbara Deep Sea and Santa Barbara Art Foundry 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.

Recent Reviews in Santa Barbara Beach

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

5/5 Excellent
Must stay in Santa Barbara
"This hotel was amazing. Cozy, intimate and perfectly located. The staff was so friendly and the valet gentlemen were so kind and professional. I would stay here again and again. "
A verified traveller stayed at Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
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Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt