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Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,230 reviews)
"Great location for eating out inexpensively. "
United States
Amenda
The price is ¥15,128
¥17,275 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 3 - Feb 4
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

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, (1,118 reviews)
"Great complimentary breakfast and location. "
United States
Kristine
The price is ¥26,158
¥29,821 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 3 - Feb 4
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,856 reviews)
"Convenient location and beautiful area. "
United States
Agnieszka
The price is ¥25,879
¥29,553 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Inn By The Harbor

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,086 reviews)
"Clean rooms, great location"
United States
Oscar
The price is ¥14,589
¥17,821 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 4 - Feb 5
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,126 reviews)
"Place is clean, spacious and good breakfast plus walking distance to the beach was a big plus!"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is ¥17,302
¥19,758 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 8 - Feb 9
Beachside Inn

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, (991 reviews)
"Very nice place."
United States
Larry
The price is ¥17,954
¥20,467 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 25 - Feb 26
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"This hotel is so cute, super friendly staffs and location is perfect. "
United States
Vivian
The price is ¥27,497
¥31,346 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 3 - Feb 4
La Playa Inn

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Nice place."
Canada
Thomas
The price is ¥19,348
¥22,094 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 3 - Feb 4
Castillo Inn at the Beach

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, (1,332 reviews)
"Nice staff, great breakfast and lovely room. "
United States
Toni
The price is ¥27,456
¥31,353 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 3 - Feb 4
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,051 reviews)
"Great brunch, beautiful property and helpful staff"
United States
Kritika
The Franciscan Hotel

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,325 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay very much"
United States
christy
The price is ¥25,582
¥29,213 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Lavender Inn by the Sea

Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Guillermo
The price is ¥21,313
¥24,338 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Riviera Beach House

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Our stay was quick, efficient, and most importantly customer service was excellent!"
United States
jAvier
The Inn at East Beach

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (367 reviews)
"Room was really clean and dog friendly. Staff was great and very helpful. "
United States
Ver
The price is ¥23,423
¥26,702 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 24 - Feb 25
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,514 reviews)
"Lovely vibes, friendly staff, location is so convenient "
United States
Angela
The price is ¥34,141
¥38,987 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
The Milo

Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,015 reviews)
"Great staffs and excellent location. "
United States
Nick
The price is ¥24,303
¥27,706 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Marina Beach Motel

Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 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 ¥21,552
¥24,569 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 3 - Feb 4
Harbor House Inn

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and parking, nice atmosphere, friendly helpful staff, comfortable bed and room"
United States
Irene
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, great views , and lovely staff. "
United States
Laura
The price is ¥38,002
¥43,408 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 11 - Feb 12
Santa Barbara Inn

Palmoro House

Palmoro House
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
7.4 out of 10, Good, (313 reviews)
"Clean room. Odd bit of the bathroom sink actually in the hallway. "
United Kingdom
Yatin
The price is ¥17,975
¥25,135 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 25 - Feb 26
Palmoro 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 Carriage and Western Art Museum.

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 a highly 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 155 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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