A rocky beach with large boulders, waves crashing onto the shore, and distant hills under a clear sky.

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Our top choices for El Capitan State Beach hotels

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
Ellwood, 9.6 km from El Capitan State Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Rebecca
The price is €865
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
3.0 star property
Ellwood, 14.3 km from El Capitan State Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (905 reviews)
"Comfortable and clean stay!"
United States
jelica
The price is €284
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
3.0 star property
Old Town, 14.3 km from El Capitan State Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Amazing location and great staff"
United States
Rabee
The price is €259
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Chumash Casino Resort

Chumash Casino Resort
4.0 star property
17.6 km from El Capitan State Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,220 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay"
United States
Gevork
The price is €127
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Chumash Casino Resort

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
3.0 star property
Old Town, 16.4 km from El Capitan State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (543 reviews)
"Friendly staff, good breakfast and great amenities"
United States
Meredith
The price is €309
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Polo House and Bungalows

Polo House and Bungalows
3.5 star property
17.9 km from El Capitan State Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (85 reviews)
"Amazing stay "
United States
Derek
The price is €237
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Polo House and Bungalows

Hotel Ynez

Hotel Ynez
2.5 star property
18 km from El Capitan State Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (398 reviews)
"Loved the environment and atmosphere of this hotel."
United States
kameryn
The price is €231
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Hotel Ynez

King Frederik Inn

King Frederik Inn
2.5 star property
18.7 km from El Capitan State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,036 reviews)
"You will enjoy this cute hotel and how close it is to everything."
United States
Gabriela
The price is €125
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
King Frederik Inn

Solvang Inn and Cottages

Solvang Inn and Cottages
2.0 star property
18.9 km from El Capitan State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Highly recommend to anyone looking for a comfortable stay!"
United States
Margarita
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Solvang Inn and Cottages

The Genevieve

The Genevieve
4.0 star property
17.8 km from El Capitan State Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (567 reviews)
"Really enjoyed our stay-Lovely hotel and can’t wait to come back!!"
United States
michelle
The price is €328
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
The Genevieve

Wine Valley Inn

Wine Valley Inn
3.0 star property
18.7 km from El Capitan State Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,446 reviews)
"Good place to stay 1-2 nights"
United States
Griselle
The price is €145
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Wine Valley Inn

Hamlet Inn

Hamlet Inn
2.0 star property
18.8 km from El Capitan State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"The room was really spacious and right on Main Street, great place for a good price, I would definitely return here on a future trip"
United States
Esquivel
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Hamlet Inn

The Hadsten Solvang, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Hadsten Solvang, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
18.9 km from El Capitan State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"my stay was great, thank you!"
United States
Darren
The price is €167
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
The Hadsten Solvang, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Winston Solvang

The Winston Solvang
3.5 star property
18.5 km from El Capitan State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (613 reviews)
"Right in downtown Solvang, everything is just a walking distance. Clock tower room is spacious and has great views."
United States
Shalini
The price is €174
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
The Winston Solvang

Kronborg Inn

Kronborg Inn
3.0 star property
18.9 km from El Capitan State Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,436 reviews)
"Great room. Small and quaint hotel. Easy parking. Highly recommend!"
United States
Karl
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Kronborg Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
2.5 star property
Fairview, 18.4 km from El Capitan State Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Nice, clean hotel, beautiful gardens and pool, great breakfast. "
United States
Mary
The price is €215
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
2.0 star property
Fairview, 17.7 km from El Capitan State Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,205 reviews)
"If you need a quick place to stay, this is the place. It’s in a great neighborhood and clean."
United States
Jason
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
18.9 km from El Capitan State Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (253 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel!"
United States
isabel
The price is €263
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Marlo

The Marlo
3.5 star property
18.2 km from El Capitan State Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Super cute spot, clean and walking distance from restaurants!"
United States
Emily
The price is €137
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
The Marlo

Viking Inn

Viking Inn
2.0 star property
18.9 km from El Capitan State Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (667 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Chris
The price is €125
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Viking Inn
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Compare popular hotels close to El Capitan State Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
View from property
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,003 reviews
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Property amenity
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
905 reviews
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Bar (on property)
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
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Dining
Chumash Casino Resort
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
2,220 reviews
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Terrace/patio
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
543 reviews
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around El Capitan State Beach?
El Capitan State Beach is located in Goleta. This family-friendly area is known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 11 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near El Capitan State Beach?
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this resort offers 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. You'll find it 6 mi (9.6 km) from El Capitan State Beach. Other good options in the area include Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta and Chumash Casino Resort.
How many hotels can I expect to find near El Capitan State Beach?
Expedia has 11 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from El Capitan State Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near El Capitan State Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near El Capitan State Beach.