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Discover 1,525 Santa Barbara Beach hotels and places to stay, with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Inn By The Harbor
Exterior

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1671)
"Such a charming property, friendly and helpful staff, blocks from beach and so many dining options. "
The price is ￥34,310
￥39,179 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Inn By The Harbor
The Milo
Exterior detail

The Milo

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1409)
"Wonderful location, great hotel...just leave the car and walk to beach, shopping and restaurants "
The price is ￥37,339
￥42,638 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 11 - Sep 12
The Milo
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, (1827)
"Well-situated with friendly and helpful staff. "
The price is ￥30,016
￥35,381 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
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, (1052)
"Great room, convenient, comfortable bed"
The price is ￥35,178
￥40,103 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Mason Beach Inn
Front of property

Mason Beach Inn

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (966)
"Such a lovely little hotel close to the beach and beautiful. "
The price is ￥44,552
￥51,672 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Mason Beach Inn
The Franciscan Hotel
Front of property

The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1023)
"Best nights sleep ! Such a quiet and comfortable room Highly recommend We will return for sure ! "
The Franciscan Hotel
Beachside Inn
View from property

Beachside Inn

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1035)
"Good location and reasonable price."
The price is ￥37,358
￥42,661 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Beachside Inn
La Playa Inn
Front of property - evening/night

La Playa Inn

2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Great hotel!"
The price is ￥34,905
￥39,792 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
La Playa Inn
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Front of property

Castillo Inn at the Beach

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Love this hotel. Location is great."
The price is ￥23,712
￥27,077 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Front of property

Lavender Inn by the Sea

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1233)
"Friendly, comfortable, easy access, close to the beach "
The price is ￥34,310
￥39,179 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Harbor View Inn
Outdoor pool

Harbor View Inn

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Very nice place to stay "
The price is ￥45,335
￥51,682 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Harbor View 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
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1258)
"Location and quiet area is nice"
The price is ￥36,549
￥41,737 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Villa Rosa Inn
Outdoor wedding area

Villa Rosa Inn

2.5 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (946)
"Close to the beach"
The price is ￥24,672
￥32,321 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Villa Rosa Inn
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Lobby lounge

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (332)
"Best place ever. "
The price is ￥41,066
￥46,815 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Marina Beach Motel
Exterior

Marina Beach Motel

3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1005)
"The continental breakfast is extensive and the property is well located."
The price is ￥34,176
￥38,960 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Marina Beach Motel
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
City view from property

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (141)
"What a great spot! From the first intro to the property and staff to the end of my stay it was perfect. Great space, very clean, great location! "
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
Ala Mar by the Sea
Front of property

Ala Mar by the Sea

2.0 star property
6.0 out of 10, (950)
"In hotel description states continental breakfast included but only cofe and sweets "
Ala Mar by the Sea
Casa Del Mar Inn
Exterior

Casa Del Mar Inn

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Very pet friendly, amazing location, friendly staff!"
The price is ￥27,024
￥30,807 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Casa Del Mar Inn
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Sports facility

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (74)
"Fun and close to beach "
The price is ￥41,162
￥52,894 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (915)
"Overall had an excellent time here. "
The price is ￥30,998
￥41,211 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
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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 map

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 map

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.

East Beach map

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.

West Beach map

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.

The Mesa map

The Mesa

While visiting The Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.

Top Santa Barbara Beach Hotel Reviews

Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House

10/10 Excellent
"Awesome place near restaurant and bars"
Otilia 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Riviera Beach House

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.