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Executive Apartment, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony, Mountain View | Terrace/patio
Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera

4.0 star property
Laguna, 0.5 km from El Capitan Lake
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (74)
"love staying here - will return."
United States
Mark
The price is ￥18,273
￥32,404 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Casa Riviera
Premier Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina

3.0 star property
0.5 km from El Capitan Lake
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (126)
"Beautiful property . Clean and aesthetically appealing . Dog friendly had me sold ! "
United States
Sheryl
Casa De La Vina
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, (1021)
"Nicely remodeled motel with comfortable rooms in a great location near beach and restaurants."
United States
Greg
The price is ￥19,525
￥22,259 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Marina Beach Motel
Premium Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin

2.5 star property
Laguna, 0.7 km from El Capitan Lake
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (220)
"I will definitely be staying at this place again anytime I visit Santa Barbara."
United States
Stephanie
The price is ￥11,867
￥25,102 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Casa Jardin
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara

4.0 star property
0.6 km from El Capitan Lake
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (370)
"Stellar!! I will definitely be back. Super clean, very friendly, great location, and a very fun vibe."
United States
James
The price is ￥52,320
￥65,880 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Palihouse Santa Barbara
Front of property
Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn

3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.1 km from El Capitan Lake
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Everything was perfect "
United States
Andrew
The price is ￥21,747
￥24,791 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Harbor House Inn
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, (1027)
"Great location and nice historic property beautifully restored."
United States
Lynette
The price is ￥25,071
￥29,152 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Hotel Santa Barbara
Room, Private Bathroom (Susan Loft) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
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, (317)
"I loved my stay. Beautiful room, delicious breakfast. Thank you! "
United Kingdom
Amy
The price is ￥27,397
￥31,857 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Bath Street Inn
Front of property
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, (1009)
"Clean and renovated property with SB charm. Kitchenette was great! "
United States
Madeline
The Franciscan Hotel
View from property
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.3 km from El Capitan Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1105)
"Great place."
Canada
Mario
The price is ￥23,271
￥26,528 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Front of property
The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn

3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.1 km from El Capitan Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1009)
"Great location and amazing breakfast."
United States
Kristina
The price is ￥35,422
￥40,381 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
The Eagle Inn
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, (169)
"Fun and friendly atmosphere. Matthew was especially kind in showing me around. Definitely would stay here again."
United States
Jacob
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
Front of property
Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea

3.5 star property
West Beach, 1.1 km from El Capitan Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1289)
"Pleasant staff, comfortable room, nice shower, safe area."
United States
Bruce
The price is ￥21,209
￥24,220 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Lavender Inn by the Sea
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, (1006)
"Perfect location, great value, cute rooms"
United States
Stan
The price is ￥21,497
￥24,549 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Outdoor pool
Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn

3.5 star property
West Beach, 1.2 km from El Capitan Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Excellent location, view of the ocean, close to varied dining options, relaxing environment."
United States
Carlos
The price is ￥42,950
￥48,963 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Harbor View Inn
Front of property
Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn

3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.2 km from El Capitan Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1010)
"Great cute little hotel Lovely pool area Very likable "
United States
MOJGAN
The price is ￥34,334
￥40,078 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Mason Beach Inn
Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated
The Craft House Inn

The Craft House Inn

4.0 star property
1.1 km from El Capitan Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (11)
"Nicely decorated and comfortable. Great amenities and outdoor space. Loved the craftsman vibe."
United States
Corky
The price is ￥33,735
￥38,524 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
The Craft House Inn
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian

5.0 star property
The Funk Zone, 1.1 km from El Capitan Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (927)
"Spotless rooms and the beds were AMAZING"
United States
Jill
The price is ￥116,690
￥141,280 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Hotel Californian
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony) | 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, (1984)
"Hotel was nice and location was great."
Canada
Donald
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view
Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn

4.0 star property
East Beach, 2.5 km from El Capitan Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1009)
" Beautiful property, the facility was gorgeous and next to the beach, this is a wonderful facility to relax and the gym was adequate and very clean! It is a place that I must return to at some point and time!"
United States
EDWARD
The price is ￥40,160
￥45,874 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Santa Barbara Inn
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Top El Capitan Lake Hotel Reviews

The Milo

The Milo

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room and nice staff. Free coffee and S’more "
yuqi 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Milo

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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 341 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 Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels.
How many hotels can I expect to find near El Capitan Lake?
Expedia has 341 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, Santa Barbara Museum of Art, and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation feature captivating exhibits. Sights like Mission Santa Barbara, Casa de la Guerra, and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park are must-sees while exploring the area. You can watch performances at Lobero Theater, Granada Theatre, and Arlington Theater if you're interested in local theater.

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