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Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,323 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 ¥30,610
¥34,955 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 21 - Jan 22
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,065 reviews)
"Clean rooms, great location"
United States
Oscar
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,318 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay very much"
United States
christy
The price is ¥26,450
¥30,205 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Lavender Inn by the Sea

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,852 reviews)
"It was a beautiful place to stay"
United States
Joseph
The price is ¥26,438
¥30,191 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Inn By The Harbor

La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Wonderful staff! "
United States
Linsay
The price is ¥28,090
¥32,022 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 21 - Jan 22
La Playa Inn

Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable, and really pleasant stay. "
United States
Paul
Mason Beach Inn

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (187 reviews)
"Perfect stay "
United States
Nishant
The price is ¥38,768
¥51,374 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,107 reviews)
"Great complimentary breakfast and location. "
United States
Kristine
The price is ¥24,057
¥27,425 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 22 - Jan 23
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (934 reviews)
"Good size room, friendly staff, and great location."
United States
Jasper
The price is ¥104,699
¥129,493 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Hotel Californian

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
" Clean rooms and easy access to beach."
United States
Pradeep
The price is ¥34,011
¥45,150 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 8 - Feb 9
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,047 reviews)
"Great brunch, beautiful property and helpful staff"
United States
Kritika
The Franciscan Hotel

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, great views , and lovely staff. "
United States
Laura
The price is ¥42,077
¥48,064 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 30 - Jan 31
Santa Barbara Inn

Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,011 reviews)
"Great staffs and excellent location. "
United States
Nick
The price is ¥22,552
¥25,710 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Marina Beach Motel

Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay "
United States
Omar
The price is ¥38,739
¥44,163 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 21 - Jan 22
Harbor View Inn

Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,117 reviews)
"Place is clean, spacious and good breakfast plus walking distance to the beach was a big plus!"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is ¥17,200
¥19,641 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Beachside Inn

Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 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 ¥23,509
¥26,800 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 21 - Jan 22
Harbor House Inn

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Perfect location, great value, cute rooms"
United States
Stan
The price is ¥19,765
¥22,570 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 21 - Jan 22
Castillo Inn at the Beach

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location and parking, nice atmosphere, friendly helpful staff, comfortable bed and room"
United States
Irene
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (988 reviews)
"A wonderful hotel to stay in very clean very new absolutely loved it and it had a fireplace which was so cute"
United States
Yveta
The price is ¥15,181
¥17,306 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Guillermo
The price is ¥21,773
¥24,863 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 8 - Feb 9
Riviera Beach House
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Where to stay in Santa Barbara Beach

Find the best Santa Barbara Beach areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

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.

West Beach

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

East Beach

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

The Mesa

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Barbara Beach like?
Santa Barbara Beach is a welcoming neighborhood known for its beautiful beaches and popular zoo. Be sure to check out Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation as part of your Santa Barbara Beach travel plans.
What's a favorite 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 neighborhood include Marina Beach Motel and Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach.
How many hotels can I expect to find in Santa Barbara Beach?
If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Barbara, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 157 Santa Barbara Beach hotels and other accommodations to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Santa Barbara Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available in Santa Barbara Beach.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Santa Barbara Beach?
For more details about changing or cancelling your trip to Santa Barbara Beach, head over to our customer service page.
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 neighborhood. 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, West Beach and East Beach 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 inquire about options for water travel at the port.

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