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Discover 1,518 Santa Barbara Beach hotels and places to stay, with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Sandpiper Lodge
Lobby sitting area

Sandpiper Lodge

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1781)
"Very nice place to stay"
The price is ￥17,643
￥20,114 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Sandpiper Lodge
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Property amenity

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1232)
"Excellent breakfast, comfortable bed, well maintained facility."
The price is ￥21,044
￥24,242 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Sports facility

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1010)
"Enjoyed my stay!!"
The price is ￥29,193
￥34,363 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Exterior

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1084)
"Great place to stay."
The price is ￥19,848
￥22,665 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony) | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1847)
"Great location, close to the beach, with a nice park across the street. The room was clean and comfortable and the complimentary breakfast is a nice touch. "
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
View from property

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1068)
"Good place to stay "
The price is ￥35,145
￥40,065 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Santa Barbara Inn
Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view

Santa Barbara Inn

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Close to the Beach and great food"
The price is ￥50,226
￥57,371 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 11 - Sep 12
Santa Barbara Inn
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1273)
"Great property and location, room upgrade was super! "
The price is ￥36,514
￥41,697 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Inn By The Harbor
Exterior

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1693)
"Very central location, quaint property, super clean room!"
The price is ￥34,277
￥39,142 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Inn By The Harbor
Marina Beach Motel
Exterior

Marina Beach Motel

3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1011)
"Perfect place for a quick stay in Santa Barbra. Staff was great, rooms were clean, parking was easy. I'll definitely stay here next time I'm in town."
The price is ￥28,628
￥32,636 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Marina Beach Motel
The Franciscan Hotel
Front of property

The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1025)
"Great location, nice boutique hotel "
The Franciscan Hotel
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Front of property

Lavender Inn by the Sea

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1252)
"Second time there. Great location and excellent accommodation. "
The price is ￥34,273
￥39,137 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Beachside Inn
View from property

Beachside Inn

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1039)
"Good location and reasonable price."
The price is ￥25,047
￥28,602 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Beachside Inn
The Inn at East Beach
Reception

The Inn at East Beach

2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1003)
"Great location, clean and charming"
The Inn at East Beach
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Front of property

Castillo Inn at the Beach

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1008)
"Love this hotel. Location is great."
The price is ￥23,690
￥27,052 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Castillo Inn at the Beach
La Playa Inn
Front of property - evening/night

La Playa Inn

2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1006)
"Great hotel!"
The price is ￥36,919
￥42,087 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
La Playa Inn
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Room, 1 King Bed (Deck) | Terrace/patio

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"Ok place to stay."
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Mason Beach Inn
Front of property

Mason Beach Inn

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (983)
"Such a lovely little hotel close to the beach and beautiful. "
The price is ￥68,446
￥78,910 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Mason Beach Inn
The Milo
Exterior detail

The Milo

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1412)
"The Best place to stay in Santa Barbara "
The price is ￥33,822
￥38,623 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
The Milo
Harbor View Inn
Outdoor pool

Harbor View Inn

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Very nice place to stay "
The price is ￥40,439
￥46,100 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Harbor View Inn
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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.

Santa Barbara showing a coastal town
Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair
Open Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair

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 Santa Barbara County Courthouse might round out your trip.

West Beach

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Carriage 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 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 161 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, East Beach and Moreton Bay Fig Tree 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.