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Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Santa Barbara Inn	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,016 reviews	View
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach	2.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,395 reviews	View
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel	4.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,014 reviews	View
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara	3.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,007 reviews	View
The Inn at East Beach	2.5 star property	8.4 Very Good 1,020 reviews	View

Where to stay in East Beach

Find the best East Beach areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about East Beach

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Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Stearns Wharf and West Beach.

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Montecito

Celebrity-favored Montecito offers backcountry hiking trails and attractions like Lotusland and El Fureidis. Easily accessible via State Route 192 and the U.S. 101 Freeway, it's well-connected to Santa Barbara County.

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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 Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.

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West Beach

While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach.

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Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Granada Theatre might round out your trip.

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Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

8/10 Good

"We only stayed one night. The location was wonderful."

Sandpiper Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"This was such a pleasant surprise! I needed to find a hotel in Santa Barbara that wouldn’t break the bank for a Mom on a budget. This was it! The rooms are incredibly clean, like you can smell how clean they are the second you walk in. I’m not talking air freshener, it was legit clean. The staff was incredibly nice, and it said in such a great location. A quick drive to the beach, right on State Street so there’s a ton to do. There are restaurants, nearby convenient stores, even a dispensary across the street if that’s your jam. We stayed on a ground floor room and we could hear the person above us walking around, but it wasn’t bothersome. I would absolutely stay here again. My kiddos and I didn’t even try out the pool because we spent the entire day at Henry’s beach, which was a straight shot to and from the hotel. Highly recommend!"

Frequently asked questions

What is East Beach like?

Travelers love the East Beach neighborhood for its beautiful beaches, array of dining options, and biking. Be sure to check out East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo as part of your East Beach travel plans.

What's a favorite place to stay in East Beach?

Based on our traveler data, Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort is one of the top choices for your stay in East Beach. This resort offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Other good options for your stay in the neighborhood include Santa Barbara Inn and Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt.

How many hotels should I expect to find in the East Beach area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Barbara, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 40 East Beach hotels and other accommodations to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in East Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer in East Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to East Beach?

For additional details about changing or cancelling your trip to East Beach, click here.

What can I see and do in this Santa Barbara neighborhood?

Spend some time exploring the natural setting of East Beach with a visit to Chase Palm Park and Andree Clark Bird Refuge. East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo are also a couple of places to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around East Beach include Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, Santa Barbara Art Foundry, and Santa Barbara Deep Sea. While you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara, be sure to visit other sights like Stearns Wharf or Municipal Tennis Center.

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Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

The Inn at East Beach

Santa Barbara Inn

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

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Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

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Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

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Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

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Where to stay in East Beach

Santa Barbara Beach

Montecito

Downtown Santa Barbara

West Beach

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Top East Beach Hotel Reviews

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

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