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Top Trending Hotels Near Santa Barbara Beach, Santa Barbara

The Milo
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The Milo

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1404)
"It is very conveniently located to the beach, the restaurants and tasting rooms. "
The price is €311
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
The Milo
Inn By The Harbor
Exterior

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1657)
"Really great fun and friendly place. "
The price is €230
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Inn By The Harbor
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony)

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1812)
"Great hotel . Great location . Really enjoyed our stay "
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Mason Beach Inn
Front of property

Mason Beach Inn

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (952)
"Such a lovely little hotel close to the beach and beautiful. "
The price is €388
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Mason Beach Inn
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
View from property

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1042)
"Wonderful stay. Loved how close it was to everything. "
The price is €289
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Beachside Inn
View from property

Beachside Inn

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1022)
"All great, pretty hotel, nice walk to the marina 😌👌"
The price is €272
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Beachside Inn
The Franciscan Hotel
Front of property

The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1019)
"Our family had an incredible experience at this inn. Wonderful hospitality and great staff"
The Franciscan Hotel
La Playa Inn
Front of property – evening/night

La Playa Inn

2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Lovely service, wonderfully situated, attractive building. We would certainly stay there again!"
The price is €247
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
La Playa Inn
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Front of property

Castillo Inn at the Beach

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Love this hotel. Location is great."
The price is €203
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Harbor View Inn
Outdoor pool

Harbor View Inn

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Very nice place to stay "
The price is €303
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Harbor View Inn
Villa Rosa Inn
Outdoor wedding area

Villa Rosa Inn

2.5 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (935)
"Close to the beach"
The price is €278
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Villa Rosa Inn
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Front of property

Lavender Inn by the Sea

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1230)
"Very clean and excellent staff! "
The price is €247
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Lobby lounge

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (330)
"It was a great place to stay. The staff was amazing! We can't wait to stay there again. "
The price is €216
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1258)
"Fantastic staff, nice breakfast and happy hour, cute facilities, great location"
The price is €245
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Marina Beach Motel
Exterior

Marina Beach Motel

3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"The continental breakfast is extensive and the property is well located."
The price is €257
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Marina Beach Motel
ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel
City view from property

ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (138)
"Awesome place to stay. Good breakfast, friendly staff, good vibes."
ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel
Ala Mar by the Sea
Front of property

Ala Mar by the Sea

2.0 star property
6.0 out of 10, (945)
"Lovely Hotel. view of the beach, walking distance of shops etc. Easy parking. Checking in was slow and at neighbouring hotel, which was a little confusing. "
Ala Mar by the Sea
Casa Del Mar Inn
Exterior

Casa Del Mar Inn

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Very pet friendly, amazing location, friendly staff!"
The price is €183
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Casa Del Mar Inn
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (905)
"A great place to stay in SB. Great service and care from the whole staff."
The price is €306
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Sports facility

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

4.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (45)
"Fun and close to beach "
The price is €310
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
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Where to stay in Santa Barbara Beach

Find the best Santa Barbara Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Montecito map

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.

Santa Barbara showing a coastal town
Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair
Open Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair
Downtown Santa Barbara map

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 Santa Barbara County Courthouse might round out your trip.

East Beach map

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.

West Beach map

West Beach

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum are top sights worth seeing.

The Mesa map

The Mesa

While visiting The Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.

Top Santa Barbara Beach Hotel Reviews

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

10/10 Excellent
"Great easy property with convenient walkable experiences nearby fantastic views "
Alexis 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Inn By The Harbor

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 Marina Beach Motel and Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach.

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 161 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. Santa Barbara Deep Sea, Santa Barbara Art Foundry and Reagan Ranch Center are just a few of the places to visit in and around Santa Barbara Beach. When you're sightseeing in Santa Barbara, East Beach and Moreton Bay Fig Tree 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.