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A hotel with a patio area, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden with flowers and palm trees.

A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.

A hotel room with a bed, a round table with a pair of sunglasses and a book, a chair with a denim jacket, and a window with white blinds.

An aerial view of a swimming pool surrounded by white umbrellas and lounge chairs, with palm trees and a tiled deck.

1. Marina Beach Hotel

West Beach, 0.6 km from Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

Lori

￥23,502

￥26,793 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A traditional building with a white facade, arched windows, and a balcony with a railing.

A modern hotel bathroom with a large mirror, vanity, and a vase of flowers.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with stools, a grey sofa, and a painting of a wave on the wall.

A modern entrance with a glass door, a potted plant, and a number '8' on the wall.

2. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

1.3 km from Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

Jhoana

￥24,690

￥39,760 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a large window.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements and potted plants.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island with stools, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

3. Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel

2.1 km from Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

David

￥26,956

￥42,343 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through a glass door to the outdoors.

A hallway leading to a living area with a sofa, a small table, and a view of greenery outside.

A star-shaped hanging light fixture in a white-walled room with an arched ceiling.

A modern bedroom with a large window, a bedside table, a chair, and a built-in kitchen area.

4. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 2.1 km from Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

Melissa

￥26,895

￥42,273 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A beige sofa with multiple cushions, a white vase with greenery, and a window with blinds.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A hallway leading to a dining area with a wooden floor, white walls, and a black railing.

A staircase leading to a living area with a sofa and a coffee table.

5. Casa Yano by The Beach

West Beach, 0.9 km from Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

Jacob

￥31,785

￥52,317 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

A room with a wooden floor, two brown armchairs, a round table with a book and a plant, a framed painting on the wall, and a wooden door with intricate carvings.

A bar area with a high ceiling and skylight, wooden flooring, and a bar counter with stools.

6. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 1.5 km from Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

Morgan

￥35,325

￥41,075 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

An outdoor patio area with stone flooring, wooden chairs, and tables. There are palm trees and a decorative stone wall with a statue.

A hotel reception area with a granite reception desk, black leather chairs, a large flat-screen TV, and a potted orchid.

A dining area with a wooden table, grey chairs, a black floor lamp, and a cityscape painting on the wall.

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining table with chairs. There is a kitchen in the background with white cabinets and a television mounted on the wall.

7. The Franciscan Hotel

West Beach, 0.7 km from Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

Bob

￥22,286

￥25,406 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a covered walkway, and a view of the street.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a view of the outdoors.

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a bench. There are two doors leading to a balcony, and a chandelier hangs from the ceiling.

8. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 0.7 km from Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

David

￥32,880

￥37,547 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A reception desk with a wooden wall and a sign that reads "West Beach Inn".

A breakfast bar with various food items, beverages, and a coffee machine.

A hot tub area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a pool, and palm trees in the background.

A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."

9. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 0.6 km from Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

Amanda

￥30,507

￥34,777 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

A hallway with a checkered curtain, a framed artwork, a bench, a potted plant, and a wooden cabinet with handles.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, potted plants, and a small pool.

A white building with a red roof, a stone wall, and a staircase leading to a door.

10. Palihouse Santa Barbara

2.3 km from Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

Maria

￥61,125

￥69,802 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A beach with clear blue water, a sandy shore, and a backdrop of buildings and trees.

A room with two leather chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a balcony with a table and chairs.

11. The Eagle Inn

West Beach, 0.7 km from Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

Brian

￥34,481

￥39,308 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Two Adirondack chairs facing a small table on a balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, two surfboards, a 'Welcome' sign, and an orange sofa.

A beach view with palm trees and a clear sky.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

12. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

East Beach, 2.7 km from Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

Kellie

￥18,682

￥21,332 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A large, two-story building with a tiled roof, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

A spacious room with a wooden ceiling, a dining area with chairs and a table, a sofa, and a fireplace.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a pergola with vines, and a view of greenery.

A pathway flanked by lush greenery and palm trees, leading to a building with a tiled roof.

13. Inn By The Harbor

West Beach, 0.7 km from Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

Tricia

￥35,419

￥40,447 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A lobby with a central seating area, a patterned floor, and a decorative ceiling.

A restaurant interior with hexagonal patterned flooring, wooden tables and chairs, a bar area with a counter, and a menu board on the wall.

A spacious lobby with a patterned floor, a large chandelier, and a chess table.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, palm trees, and a view of buildings in the background.

14. Hotel Californian

The Funk Zone, 1.1 km from Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

Karen

￥63,015

￥83,594 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A two-story building with a balcony, palm trees, and a sign that reads "Castillo Inn."

A building with a sign reading "Castillo Inn at the Beach" indicating a hotel.

A hotel reception desk with a computer monitor, a newspaper, and a sign stating "NO PETS - NO CHECKS - NO LATE CHECK-OUTS".

A living room with a TV, a painting, and a red chair with a patterned pillow.

15. Castillo Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 0.5 km from Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

Wesley

￥24,920

￥28,457 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A bright kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a view through glass doors to an outdoor patio.

A beachside path with bicycles, palm trees, and a clear sky.

A table with a pitcher of dark liquid, a clear pitcher, and glasses, along with small bowls of pretzels and nuts.

A spacious living area with a fireplace, white cabinetry, wicker furniture, and a large window.

16. Lavender Inn by the Sea

West Beach, 0.7 km from Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

Brandon

￥29,092

￥33,220 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern living room with two grey sofas, a small woven stool, and a large wall clock.

A balcony with two chairs and a small table, overlooking a marina with boats and palm trees.

A spacious lobby with large windows, comfortable seating, a reception desk, and a bookshelf.

A marina with parked cars and boats, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

17. Beachside Inn

West Beach, 0.5 km from Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

Jose

￥23,646

￥27,002 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A spacious indoor area with large windows, wooden benches, a sofa, and a coffee table.

A building with a central courtyard, surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.

A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop, a blue chair, and a television mounted on the wall.

A modern building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a school bus parked nearby.

18. ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

Lower State, 1 km from Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

NAYA

￥16,419

￥18,718 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern hotel with a pool, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

A hotel lobby with a dining area, seating arrangements, and large windows offering views of the outside.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

A modern building entrance with a staircase leading up to a door marked '1601'.

19. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

Oak Park, 2.9 km from Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

Mariola

￥36,534

￥41,649 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a large island with bar stools, a stainless steel range hood, and a built-in oven.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a grey armchair, and a wooden floor.

A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

A bedroom with a large bed, a fireplace, and a view of the outdoors.

20. Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

East Beach, 2.6 km from Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

Reiko

￥19,905

￥22,731 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

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Compare popular hotels close to Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Marina Beach Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,200 reviews	View
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 228 reviews	View
Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel	10.0 Exceptional 9 reviews	View
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 348 reviews	View
Casa Yano by The Beach	9.8 Exceptional 20 reviews	View

Top Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center Hotel Reviews

Inn By The Harbor

10/10 Excellent

"The breakfast could be better. Just scrambled eggs and potatoes would be nice."

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean extra large room with two queen size beds. Ground floor. Parking was right outside our room. The hot tub in the pool were great. Within walking distance of the pier and the marina which both have great restaurants."

The Franciscan Hotel

8/10 Good

"It is in a perfect walkable location in SB. We picked it because they allow dogs and the room is actually perfect to have dogs! Little kitchen, which makes feeding them easy. Also spacious! We brought a Great Dane and there was plenty of room :) Bed was pretty comfy and room has AC and a nice bathroom. The only thing I didn’t love was the noise. You can hear the people above you, but a sound machine helps! Honestly despite the noise, would stay here again ;)"

Castillo Inn at the Beach

8/10 Good

"The hotel is in a good neighborhood walkable to many restaurants, beach and pier. The room was fine and clean."

Lavender Inn by the Sea

8/10 Good

"This hotel was a perfect location to explore Santa Barbara. It was quiet and clean, beds were comfortable and parking was easy. Our only issue was that we had no WiFi the entire time (3 nights) we were there and would’ve stayed elsewhere had we known beforehand. There was some sort of outage happening which is fine, they probably just should say so in case customers really need WiFi (for work etc). Otherwise really great! Personally I’d stay there again but would just call first to check on WiFi."

La Playa Inn

10/10 Excellent

"A+"

Ala Mar by the Sea

8/10 Good

"loved the balcony looking over the street to the beach. Could sit out there more. room was clean and the price was great for the location. would stay again for sure. issue was checking in got there at 1:30pm and office was closed with a number to call. called number and mail box was full. I think a gentleman they hired told us to go to office of hotel in back. got there no one was around went back to other office and what i thought was a maintenance man gave us a number to call the boss. call him and he told us no one was to be at the desk until two. Question: why didn't they have a note on the door of the hotel we were staying at to tell us 2pm and where to go to get checked in. Went to lunch and all was fine after we got back and understood how and when to check in."

Casa Del Mar Inn

8/10 Good

"The hotel’s location just off the main beach drive offers walking access to the pier and to recommended restaurants. The staff was friendly and helpful. As a weary traveler, I was rejuvenated by the afternoon offerings of wine and appetizers. What a treat! The only hotel shortcoming was the only way to regulate the temperature and get fresh air in our first floor room was to open windows. Sleep was disrupted by sirens and other outside sounds. Since a screen doesn’t offer much security, we were also a little on guard."

Villa Rosa Inn

10/10 Excellent

"This is the best 3 stars you’ve stayed at👌"

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A two-story building with a beige facade, large windows, and a balcony.

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8.8/10 (522 reviews)

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A marina with numerous boats docked, a pier extending into the water, and a backdrop of mountains and a sunset sky.

Santa Barbara Harbor

9.2/10 (2,746 reviews)

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A beach with palm trees and a clear blue sky.

West Beach

9.6/10 (10 reviews)

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A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, dense greenery, and a clear blue sky.

Leadbetter Beach

9.2/10 (30 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Leadbetter Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Santa Barbara. While you're in the area, stroll along the marina.

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A coastal beach with clear blue waters, sandy shore, and distant mountains.

Shoreline Park

9.0/10 (43 reviews)

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Stearns Wharf

9.0/10 (4,143 reviews)

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Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

9.6/10 (9 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center?

Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center is located in a walkable area of Santa Barbara known for its beautiful beaches and biking. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 248 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center?

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. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center. Other good options close by include Beachside Inn and Avania Inn of Santa Barbara.

How many hotels will I find near Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center?

Expedia has 248 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center?

For more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center?

You'll want to browse the collections at Presidio Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation. Sights like Mission Santa Barbara, Hill-Carrillo Adobe, and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park are landmarks to visit in the area. You can watch performances at Lobero Theater, Arlington Theater, and Santa Barbara Bowl if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center?

With so many ways to get around, seeing the area around Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center is easy. If you want to explore the larger area, ride aboard one of the trains from Santa Barbara Station. You can find out about water travel options at the port.

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Our top choices for Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center hotels

1. Marina Beach Hotel

2. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

3. Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel

4. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

5. Casa Yano by The Beach

6. Hotel Santa Barbara

7. The Franciscan Hotel

8. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

9. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

10. Palihouse Santa Barbara

11. The Eagle Inn

12. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

13. Inn By The Harbor

14. Hotel Californian

15. Castillo Inn at the Beach

16. Lavender Inn by the Sea

17. Beachside Inn

18. ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

19. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

20. Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Compare popular hotels close to Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

Top Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center Hotel Reviews

Inn By The Harbor

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Lavender Inn by the Sea

La Playa Inn

Ala Mar by the Sea

Casa Del Mar Inn

Villa Rosa Inn

Other attractions near Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

Santa Barbara City College

Santa Barbara Harbor

West Beach

Leadbetter Beach

Shoreline Park

Stearns Wharf

Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

Carriage and Western Art Museum

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