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Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | Living area | 65-inch Smart TV with digital channels, Netflix, Hulu

Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.0 star property
Laguna, 0.5 km from El Capitan Lake
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (98 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 ￥23,022
￥37,961 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21
Casa Riviera
Comfort Apartment, 1 King Bed | Exterior

Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina
4.0 star property
0.5 km from El Capitan Lake
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (135 reviews)
"Beautiful place. Highly recommend. Everything was just perfect!"
United States
Jaime
Casa De La Vina
Exterior

Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin
3.0 star property
Laguna, 0.7 km from El Capitan Lake
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (237 reviews)
"Great room in a quiet area in walking distance to many restaurants and bars. The kitchenette was outfitted well which made my stay very comfortable with a night in with take out food. "
United States
Jeff
The price is ￥16,808
￥30,879 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Casa Jardin
Exterior

Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.2 km from El Capitan Lake
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"Great staffs and excellent location. "
United States
Nick
The price is ￥21,301
￥24,283 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Marina Beach Motel
Garden

Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn
5.0 star property
Upper East, 1.4 km from El Capitan Lake
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (696 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
Superior Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (The Grand Studio Double) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
0.6 km from El Capitan Lake
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (376 reviews)
"Loved our room and property. Bed was comfortable!"
United States
Kathaleen and Trevor
The price is ￥57,714
￥65,907 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Palihouse Santa Barbara
Reception

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Lower State, 0.3 km from El Capitan Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,133 reviews)
"Great place and location!"
United States
Michelle
The price is ￥34,740
￥40,396 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 27 - Jan 28
Hotel Santa Barbara
Front of property - evening/night

La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.2 km from El Capitan Lake
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Very clean, walkable to the beach/nearby restaurants & pier"
United States
Cassie
The price is ￥28,090
￥32,022 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21
La Playa Inn
Fountain

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.1 km from El Capitan Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,046 reviews)
"Great brunch, beautiful property and helpful staff"
United States
Kritika
The Franciscan Hotel
View from property

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.2 km from El Capitan Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,106 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
Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
3.0 star property
Oak Park, 1.5 km from El Capitan Lake
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (675 reviews)
"Wonderful property , charming hosts and great breakfasts!"
United States
Jeff
The price is ￥36,826
￥42,053 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
Aerial view

Bath Street Inn

Bath Street Inn
3.5 star property
Oak Park, 1.6 km from El Capitan Lake
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (326 reviews)
"Super clean, wonderful staff, beautiful quiet elegant place. Great amenities.."
United States
Donna
The price is ￥24,638
￥28,649 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 21 - Jan 22
Bath Street Inn
Front of property

The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1 km from El Capitan Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Great stay at Eagle Inn! The location is awesome and the place is clean and comfortable. The staff were the highlight—super friendly, helpful, and always happy to assist with anything we needed. Would definitely stay here again when visiting Santa Barbara"
United States
Ricardo
The price is ￥37,871
￥43,173 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2
The Eagle Inn
Exterior

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1.1 km from El Capitan Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,849 reviews)
"It was a beautiful place to stay"
United States
Joseph
The price is ￥26,438
￥30,191 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 11 - Feb 12
Inn By The Harbor
City view from property

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Lower State, 0.9 km from El Capitan Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (183 reviews)
"Highly recommended "
United States
Naya
The price is ￥11,753
￥13,398 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
Luxury House | Living room | 50-inch Smart TV with digital channels

The Craft House Inn

The Craft House Inn
4.0 star property
1.1 km from El Capitan Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Home/room felt like home while our short stay away from home. Host was very helpful throughout our stay."
United States
Norma
The price is ￥34,154
￥39,003 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
The Craft House Inn
Front of property

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.2 km from El Capitan Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Perfect location, great value, cute rooms"
United States
Stan
The price is ￥19,765
￥22,570 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.1 km from El Capitan Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,056 reviews)
"We loved this hotel. It was a perfect location very close and walkable to the beach and state street. Staff was very nice and helpful. We would stay again next time in the area."
United States
Janelle
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Terrace/patio

Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
The Funk Zone, 1.1 km from El Capitan Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (933 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
Lobby

The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, 1.1 km from El Capitan Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"We love this place! "
United States
Marlene
The price is ￥30,342
￥34,591 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21
The Upham Hotel
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The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Liked the hotel."
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The Upham Hotel

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around El Capitan Lake?
El Capitan Lake is located in a historic area of Santa Barbara known for its beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 334 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near El Capitan Lake?
Adjacent to El Capitan Lake, Hotel Santa Barbara is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a 24-hour fitness center and free WiFi. Other good options within a short distance include Inn By The Harbor and Riviera Beach House.
How many hotels can I expect to find near El Capitan Lake?
Expedia has 334 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from El Capitan Lake.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near El Capitan Lake, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals close to El Capitan Lake.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near El Capitan Lake?
For more details about changing or cancelling your stay near El Capitan Lake, head over to our customer service page.
What can I see and do near El Capitan Lake?
Presidio Santa Barbara, MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum feature captivating exhibits. Sights like Mission Santa Barbara, El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, and Casa Del Herrero are must-sees while exploring the area. You can watch performances at Lobero Theater, Arlington Theater, and Santa Barbara Bowl if you're interested in local theater.