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Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
East Beach, 0.3 km from East Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"Amazing property and great service."
United States
jelica
The price is €300
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Santa Barbara Inn

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
East Beach, 0.2 km from East Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,393 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 €198
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.4 km from East Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,135 reviews)
"We always love staying here when visiting Santa Barbara!"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is €287
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Marina Beach Hotel

Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from East Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Jill
The price is €288
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Harbor House Inn

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
East Beach, 0.3 km from East 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 €209
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.5 star property
Laguna, 2.5 km from East Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (232 reviews)
"Love this place, always a great stay."
United States
Teresa Gayle Dumas
The price is €254
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Casa Riviera

Casa Yano by The Beach

Casa Yano by The Beach
4.0 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from East Beach
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 €407
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Casa Yano by The Beach

Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina
4.0 star property
2.7 km from East Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (181 reviews)
"The property was clean and the location was great."
United States
Mary
The price is €227
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Casa De La Vina

La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.5 km from East Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location, beautiful clean property, free parking, super nice staff. Would stay here again!"
United States
Gwen
The price is €297
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
La Playa Inn

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
East Beach, 0.3 km from East Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Such a cute property. Friendly staff, clean, comfortable room and very short walk to the water. Would definitely stay here again."
United States
Teri
The price is €178
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Lower State, 2.5 km from East Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,414 reviews)
"Great hotel!!! "
United States
Jamie
The price is €264
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Hotel Santa Barbara

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.4 km from East Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,195 reviews)
"Great location, very nice room, excellent staff."
United States
Thomas
The price is €220
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
The Franciscan Hotel

Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
The Funk Zone, 1.9 km from East Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (968 reviews)
"Loved the location and decoration. Amazing bed and pillows ❤️"
United States
Maria
The price is €446
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Hotel Californian

Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin
3.0 star property
Laguna, 2.9 km from East Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (278 reviews)
"Well appointed and loved the location. Walkable to many shops & restaurants."
United States
Judy
The price is €190
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Casa Jardin

The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.4 km from East 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 €313
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
The Eagle Inn

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
East Beach, 0.2 km from East Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,010 reviews)
"great location!"
United States
Karen
The price is €180
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
The Inn at East Beach

Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
West Beach, 2 km from East 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 €347
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Harbor View Inn

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
2.7 km from East Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (414 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel centrally located! My new favorite hotel in Santa Barbara!"
United States
Margo
The price is €451
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Palihouse Santa Barbara

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
West Beach, 2.6 km from East Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,407 reviews)
"A great place to stay!"
United States
Alison
The price is €300
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Lower State, 2.1 km from East Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (222 reviews)
"Im greatly satisfied on my stay!!"
United States
alan jr
The price is €156
includes taxes & fees
25 Jun - 26 Jun
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
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Compare popular hotels close to East Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view
Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,007 reviews
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Room amenity
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,393 reviews
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Exterior
Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,135 reviews
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Front of property
Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
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Reception
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,001 reviews
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around East Beach?
East Beach is located in Santa Barbara. This welcoming area is known for its beautiful beaches and popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 65 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near East Beach?
Adjacent to East Beach, Santa Barbara Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices within a short distance include Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort and Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt.
How many hotels will I find close to East Beach?
Expedia has 65 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from East Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near East Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near East Beach.
What can I see and do near East Beach?
You'll want to browse the collections at Presidio Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation. Mission Santa Barbara, El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park and Casa Del Herrero are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around East Beach. You can watch performances at Lobero Theater, Santa Barbara Bowl and Granada Theatre if you're interested in local theatre.
How can I get to East Beach?
If you're taking a train into town, Santa Barbara Station is the closest station to Santa Barbara Beach. There may not be many public transport options near to East Beach so consider renting a car to see more of the area.