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A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.

A hotel with a patio area, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden with flowers and palm trees.

A hotel room with a bed, a round table with a pair of sunglasses and a book, a chair with a denim jacket, and a window with white blinds.

A marina with numerous boats docked, calm water, and clear skies.

1. Marina Beach Hotel

West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

hampton

€196

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A compact kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and a sink.

A door with a glass panel reflecting a building and a number '1' on the wall.

A kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and sink. There are shelves above holding glasses, plates, and a framed picture.

2. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 3.2 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Maria

€196

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through a glass door to the outdoors.

A spacious living area with a modern staircase, a dining table, and a sofa.

A modern bedroom with a large window, a bedside table, a chair, and a built-in kitchen area.

A star-shaped hanging light fixture in a white-walled room with an arched ceiling.

3. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Matthew

€237

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A coastal house with a red roof, surrounded by palm trees and a mountain backdrop.

A coastal road with palm trees, a beach, and a parking lot with vehicles.

A bathroom with white tiled walls, a showerhead, and a shelf with toiletries.

A house with a patio area featuring wicker furniture and potted plants.

4. Harbor House Inn

West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Abby

€209

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A traditional building with a white facade, arched windows, and a balcony with a railing.

A white building with a red-tiled roof, a covered entrance, and a garden with various plants.

A modern hotel bathroom with a large mirror, vanity, and a vase of flowers.

A modern entrance with a glass door, a potted plant, and a number '8' on the wall.

5. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Jhoana

€228

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a wicker chair, and a dining area.

A modern building with a courtyard, outdoor seating, and a fire feature.

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden dresser, a sliding door, and a wall-mounted TV displaying a surfer.

6. Beach House Inn

West Beach, 3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Tim

€169

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".

A hotel corridor with a view of mountains, a palm tree, and a lantern-lit staircase.

A dining room with a fireplace, a chandelier, and a kitchen area with cabinets and a microwave.

A wooden cabinet with a mirror, a trash bin, and a potted plant in a hallway with patterned flooring and a door in the background.

7. La Playa Inn

West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Nick

€223

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio area with stone flooring, wooden chairs, and tables. There are palm trees and a decorative stone wall with a statue.

An aerial view of a rectangular swimming pool surrounded by white lounge chairs and umbrellas, with palm trees and a tiled roof in the background.

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining table with chairs. There is a kitchen in the background with white cabinets and a television mounted on the wall.

A hotel reception area with a granite reception desk, black leather chairs, a large flat-screen TV, and a potted orchid.

8. The Franciscan Hotel

West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Bob

€148

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A beige sofa with multiple cushions, a white vase with greenery, and a window with blinds.

A hallway leading to a dining area with a wooden floor, white walls, and a black railing.

A staircase leading to a living area with a sofa and a coffee table.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

9. Casa Yano by The Beach

West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Jacob

€314

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

A cozy living room with a bar area, comfortable seating, and a large window with plants.

A white building with a red roof, a stone wall, and a staircase leading to a door.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, potted plants, and a small pool.

10. Palihouse Santa Barbara

3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Maria

€406

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

A room with a wooden floor, two brown armchairs, a round table with a book and a plant, a framed painting on the wall, and a wooden door with intricate carvings.

A spacious dining area with a central island, round tables, and comfortable seating.

11. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Karri

€235

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A sunlit balcony with a curved sofa, a small round table, and a potted plant. The balcony features arched windows with a view of palm trees and the sea.

A large, historic building with arched windows and a central tower, surrounded by palm trees.

A coastal view with a beach, palm trees, and a white building with a red roof.

A spacious room with two sofas facing a glass table, a vase with flowers, and large windows offering a view of the ocean.

12. Santa Barbara Inn

East Beach, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

melanie

€293

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."

A hot tub area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a pool, and palm trees in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV. There is a view of palm trees and a marina through the windows.

A reception desk with a wooden wall and a sign that reads "West Beach Inn".

13. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Amanda

€232

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A white building with a sign reading "Mason Beach Inn" and a balcony with a railing.

A covered outdoor area with a pergola, steps leading to a door labeled "Office," and lush greenery including large plants and flowering bushes.

A living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned armchair.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building with arches and palm trees.

14. Mason Beach Inn

West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Rachita

€269

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A swimming pool with a tiled border, a potted plant, and a staircase with colorful tiles.

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a bench. There are two doors leading to a balcony, and a chandelier hangs from the ceiling.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a view of the outdoors.

15. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Richard

€279

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

Two Adirondack chairs facing a small table on a balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, two surfboards, a 'Welcome' sign, and an orange sofa.

A motel sign with a large number '6' and the word 'Motel' on a wooden board.

16. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

East Beach, 0.6 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Tammy

€121

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A beach with clear blue water, a sandy shore, and a backdrop of buildings and trees.

A room with two leather chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a balcony with a table and chairs.

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

17. The Eagle Inn

West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Julian

€264

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A bright kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a view through glass doors to an outdoor patio.

A spacious living area with a fireplace, white cabinetry, wicker furniture, and a large window.

A beachside path with bicycles, palm trees, and a clear sky.

A hotel with a red roof, multiple balconies, and a parking lot.

18. Lavender Inn by the Sea

West Beach, 3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Noah

€251

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A coastal road leading to a pier with a view of the ocean and beach.

A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop, a blue chair, and a television mounted on the wall.

A spacious indoor area with large windows, wooden benches, a sofa, and a coffee table.

A building with a central courtyard, surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.

19. ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

Lower State, 2.6 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Kerri

€139

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A two-story building with a balcony, palm trees, and a sign that reads "Castillo Inn."

A hotel reception desk with a computer monitor, a newspaper, and a sign stating "NO PETS - NO CHECKS - NO LATE CHECK-OUTS".

A room with a sliding glass door leading to a patio area with a yellow fence and a table with chairs.

A living room with a TV, a painting, and a red chair with a patterned pillow.

20. Castillo Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Wesley

€151

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Barbara Zoo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Marina Beach Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,186 reviews	View
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 313 reviews	View
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 329 reviews	View
Harbor House Inn	9.8 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 220 reviews	View

Top Santa Barbara Zoo Hotel Reviews

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing hotel. Helpful staff."

Santa Barbara Inn

10/10 Excellent

"I had a wonderful stay with helpful staff who went out of their way to make sure everything was just right. The room was extremely clean and spacious, with a very comfortable mattress. I enjoyed eating breakfast outdoors at the hotel restaurant. The beach across the road was perfect for our small wedding party - not at all packed. We also enjoyed the hot tub and pool, which were sparkling clean. There was a sidewalk next to the road for jogging and some workout equipment. in a park just north of the . This place was definitely worth the splurge."

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"Small but clean room. The bathroom showed a little age and wear, but nothing major. Easy walk to the beach, and the pool was nice. The staff were all extremely friendly and helpful!"

Steps to the Sand: Enjoy beach views & a private fenced yard. Great for families

8/10 Good

"Overall very nice, the backyard makes it and cant beat the location. a/c helps cool the front room but be prepped with just fans for the rooms."

Palmoro House

10/10 Excellent

"It’s cool annex spot w access to all amenities in main hotel. Would recommend"

Charming 229-sq-ft studio near Stearns Wharf & 1 block to famed East Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Cozy stay for a reasonable price. The location was fantastic and a short walk to the beach. The communication was fast and accurate so checking in or asking questions came with quick response. The property was clean, cozy, and had everything I needed for a short stay. I’d love to book again in future trips to Santa Barbara!"

Spacious 5-bedroom Beach Home w/ Spa, Sauna+ Game Room ~ Walk to the beach!

10/10 Excellent

"The host provided timely and helpful communication. The spa and fire pit amenities were very enjoyable. The home is spacious. Beds and bedding were very comfortable. Kitchen had everything we needed. Ample seating in dining and living room areas. Thank you for a relaxinng stay."

Other attractions near Santa Barbara Zoo

A beach with a large cruise ship in the distance, palm trees, and mountains in the background.

East Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at East Beach during your trip to Santa Barbara? Stroll along the waterfront or seek out the cycling trails.

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A pier extending into calm waters, palm trees, and a mountainous backdrop.

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

9.6/10 (8 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center during your trip to Santa Barbara. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Municipal Tennis Center

Catch an event at Municipal Tennis Center during your trip to Santa Barbara. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Cabrillo Bike Path

9.6/10 (11 reviews)

You can take time to visit Cabrillo Bike Path during your travels to Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Andree Clark Bird Refuge

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can take time to visit Andree Clark Bird Refuge during your travels to Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Cabrillo Pavillion

10.0/10 (1 review)

Cabrillo Pavillion is just one of the places to see in Santa Barbara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the waterfront or seek out the cycling trails.

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Chase Palm Park

9.6/10 (5 reviews)

Chase Palm Park is just one of the places to see in Santa Barbara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Santa Barbara Channel

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Santa Barbara Channel during your travels in Santa Barbara. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Barbara Zoo?

Santa Barbara Zoo is located in a walkable area of Santa Barbara known for its beautiful beaches and popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 85 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Santa Barbara Zoo?

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this resort offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Santa Barbara Zoo. Other good choices within a short distance include Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach and Santa Barbara Inn.

How many hotels are there close to Santa Barbara Zoo?

Expedia has 85 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Santa Barbara Zoo.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Barbara Zoo, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Santa Barbara Zoo.

What can I see and do near Santa Barbara Zoo?

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. Explore notable local landmarks like Mission Santa Barbara, Casa Del Herrero and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park. You can catch a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, Lobero Theater and Arlington Theater.

How can I get to Santa Barbara Zoo?

With so many choices for transport, seeing all of the area near Santa Barbara Zoo is a breeze. If you want to explore the larger area, hop aboard a train at Santa Barbara Station. You can learn about water transport options at the local port.

Santa Barbara Hotel Guide - Santa Barbara Zoo hotels in Santa Barbara, United States of America.

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Our top choices for Santa Barbara Zoo hotels

1. Marina Beach Hotel

2. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

3. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

4. Harbor House Inn

5. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

6. Beach House Inn

7. La Playa Inn

8. The Franciscan Hotel

9. Casa Yano by The Beach

10. Palihouse Santa Barbara

11. Hotel Santa Barbara

12. Santa Barbara Inn

13. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

14. Mason Beach Inn

15. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

16. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

17. The Eagle Inn

18. Lavender Inn by the Sea

19. ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

20. Castillo Inn at the Beach

Compare popular hotels close to Santa Barbara Zoo

Top Santa Barbara Zoo Hotel Reviews

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Santa Barbara Inn

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Steps to the Sand: Enjoy beach views & a private fenced yard. Great for families

Palmoro House

Charming 229-sq-ft studio near Stearns Wharf & 1 block to famed East Beach

Spacious 5-bedroom Beach Home w/ Spa, Sauna+ Game Room ~ Walk to the beach!

Other attractions near Santa Barbara Zoo

East Beach

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Municipal Tennis Center

Cabrillo Bike Path

Andree Clark Bird Refuge

Cabrillo Pavillion

Chase Palm Park

Santa Barbara Channel

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