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Our top choices for Stearns Wharf hotels

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Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.7 km from Stearns Wharf
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Great staffs and excellent location. "
United States
Nick
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Marina Beach Motel
Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | Living area
Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.0 star property
Laguna, 1.6 km from Stearns Wharf
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (97 reviews)
"Absolutely phenomenal stay check in and check out was so easy. The room was always clean in a great area with plenty of things to do with 100% recommend staying in this beautiful place."
United States
Luis
The price is €191
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Casa Riviera
Comfort Apartment, 1 King Bed | Exterior
Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina
4.0 star property
1.2 km from Stearns Wharf
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (135 reviews)
"Beautiful place. Highly recommend. Everything was just perfect!"
United States
Jaime
Casa De La Vina
Front of property – evening/night
La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 0.8 km from Stearns Wharf
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Very clean, walkable to the beach/nearby restaurants & pier"
United States
Cassie
The price is €175
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
La Playa Inn
Front of property
Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.6 km from Stearns Wharf
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Very clean room and nice, hospitable staff. The place has about 10 rooms, bungalows with free parking right on property [U-shape, sitting area in the middle and all the bungalows facing the parking lot]. The room had everything I needed: fridge, water bottles, snacks available in the lobby]. I didn't use the free bicycles because of my itinerary, but was a nice amenity. I would stay again for sure."
United States
Otilia
The price is €156
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Harbor House Inn
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West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.6 km from Stearns Wharf
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,103 reviews)
"Great complimentary breakfast and location. "
United States
Kristine
The price is €146
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Fountain
The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 0.7 km from Stearns Wharf
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,039 reviews)
"Great brunch, beautiful property and helpful staff"
United States
Kritika
The Franciscan Hotel
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Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
West Beach, 0.9 km from Stearns Wharf
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,313 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, nice assortments of breakfast items, good price, walking distance to a lot of restaurants and shops."
United States
Lisette
The price is €179
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Front of property
The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.7 km from Stearns Wharf
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Great breakfast options. "
United States
Robert
The price is €211
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan
The Eagle Inn
Outdoor pool
Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
West Beach, 0.3 km from Stearns Wharf
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Staff very courteous and rooms very nice. Great view and easy access to beach.."
United States
JohnB
The price is €269
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Harbor View Inn
Front of property
Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
West Beach, 0.7 km from Stearns Wharf
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Room very clean, good location (despite a bit of traffic noise), staff extremely friendly and professional. "
United States
Maria
The price is €123
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Superior Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (The Grand Studio Double)
Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
1.8 km from Stearns Wharf
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (376 reviews)
"Palihouse was everything I wanted and more!!🦄"
United States
Leticia
The price is €319
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Palihouse Santa Barbara
City view from property
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Lower State, 0.6 km from Stearns Wharf
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (178 reviews)
"Highly recommended "
United States
Naya
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
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Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin
3.0 star property
Laguna, 2 km from Stearns Wharf
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (235 reviews)
"Easy, clean and simply modern. I will def stay here next time I’m in SB 💙"
United States
ARMIE
The price is €158
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Casa Jardin
Front of property
Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 0.7 km from Stearns Wharf
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable, and really pleasant stay. "
United States
Paul
The price is €229
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Mason Beach Inn
Free daily continental breakfast
Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
West Beach, 0.9 km from Stearns Wharf
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,318 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
United States
Mayur
The price is €164
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view
Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
East Beach, 1.5 km from Stearns Wharf
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, great views , and lovely staff. "
United States
Laura
The price is €274
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Santa Barbara Inn
Garden
Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn
5.0 star property
Upper East, 2.8 km from Stearns Wharf
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (695 reviews)
"Great place to stay for a quiet romantic stay. The staff was very attentive and helpful. The breakfast was delicious. Would stay again."
United States
Brian
Simpson House Inn
Terrace/patio
Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
The Funk Zone, 0.4 km from Stearns Wharf
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (932 reviews)
"Room, staff, pool, restaurant, location were all fantastic!!"
United States
Marian
The price is €704
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Hotel Californian
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Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1 km from Stearns Wharf
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,838 reviews)
"It was a beautiful place to stay"
United States
Joseph
The price is €164
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Inn By The Harbor
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Top Stearns Wharf Hotel Reviews

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

10/10 Excellent
"Liked that it was close to the beach and other areas"
Alan 2-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Inn By The Harbor

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Museum of Natural History Sea Center on Stearns Wharf in Santa Barbara, California, USA

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

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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blue sky over Santa Barbara coastline

West Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, West Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Santa Barbara. Stroll along the waterfront or seek out the cycling trails.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Stearns Wharf?
Stearns Wharf is located in a walkable area of Santa Barbara known for its beautiful beaches and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 195 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Stearns Wharf?
Adjacent to Stearns Wharf, The Milo is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and a snack bar/deli. Other good choices within a short distance include Hotel Santa Barbara and Riviera Beach House.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Stearns Wharf?
Expedia has 195 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Stearns Wharf.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Stearns Wharf, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Stearns Wharf.
What can I see and do near Stearns Wharf?
Study the collections at MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, Presidio Santa Barbara or Santa Barbara Natural History Museum. Mission Santa Barbara, El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park and Casa Del Herrero are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can watch performances at Lobero Theater, Granada Theatre and Arlington Theater if you're interested in local theatre.
How can I get to Stearns Wharf?
With so many choices for transport, exploring the area around Stearns Wharf is a breeze. If you want to explore the larger area, hop on a train at Santa Barbara Station. You can learn about water travel options at the local port.

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