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Santa Barbara Hotel Guide. Hotels in Waterfront, Santa Barbara, United States of America
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Our top choices for Waterfront hotels
1. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa BarbaraWest Beach, 1.4 km from Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,357 reviews)
"Great comfortable stay and nice breakfast"
Julia
The price is €156
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
2. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - BeachEast Beach, 1 km from Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,464 reviews)
"Great location. The room was small, clean and simple and the staff was friendly."
David S
The price is €140
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
3. Beachside Inn
Beachside InnWest Beach, 1.3 km from Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,261 reviews)
"Great hotel"
Liam
The price is €177
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
4. The Inn at East Beach
The Inn at East BeachEast Beach, 1.1 km from Waterfront
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Close to beach."
Shubh
The price is €155
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
5. Castillo Inn at the Beach
Castillo Inn at the BeachWest Beach, 1.4 km from Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Simple hotel but great location!"
Abraham
The price is €157
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
6. Marina Beach Hotel
Marina Beach HotelWest Beach, 1.3 km from Waterfront
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,172 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
Amy
The price is €186
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
7. Haley Hotel
Haley HotelLower State, 1.2 km from Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (687 reviews)
"We had complimentary coffee and oatmeal. Fridge in our room and microwave were a plus! Very charming decor and close to the main downtown area."
Diana
The price is €187
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
8. Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa BarbaraEast Beach, 1 km from Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent staff, large clean room, hotels in this area have limited parking"
Edie
The price is €159
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
9. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
West Beach Inn, a Coast HotelWest Beach, 1.3 km from Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,108 reviews)
"Great place"
Richard
The price is €204
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
10. Ala Mar by the Sea
Ala Mar by the SeaWest Beach, 0.9 km from Waterfront
6.2 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"Room was amazing and great staff"
angela
The price is €150
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
11. Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront ResortEast Beach, 0.5 km from Waterfront
7.8 out of 10, Good, (435 reviews)
"Amazing beach loved it here"
McKenna
The price is €288
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
12. Santa Barbara Inn
Santa Barbara InnEast Beach, 0.9 km from Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"The property was very beautiful. Staff was friendly."
Emma
The price is €285
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
13. Villa Rosa Inn
Villa Rosa InnWest Beach, 0.9 km from Waterfront
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Jose
The price is €173
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
14. Harbor House Inn
Harbor House InnWest Beach, 1.2 km from Waterfront
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
The price is €181
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
15. The Franciscan Hotel
The Franciscan HotelWest Beach, 1.3 km from Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,265 reviews)
"Lovely stay, Comfortable, friendly, and the kitchenette was a plus."
Naomi
The price is €181
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
16. Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection PropertySanta Barbara Beach, 1.6 km from Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (482 reviews)
"The staff was amazing"
Elliott
The price is €146
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
17. Riviera Beach House
Riviera Beach HouseThe Funk Zone, 0.9 km from Waterfront
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place...clean, fabulous staff, lovely place. Would go back in a heart beat."
wendy
The price is €209
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
19. Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by HyattEast Beach, 1.1 km from Waterfront
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay."
Adolfo
The price is €283
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
20. Casa Riviera
Casa RivieraLaguna, 1.6 km from Waterfront
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (296 reviews)
"Amazing Stay"
Monica
The price is €223
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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Where to stay in Waterfront
Find the best Waterfront areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.
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.
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 Arlington Theater might round out your trip.
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West Beach
If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.
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.
