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Our top choices for Santa Barbara beach hotels

1. Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
North State
¥17,335
¥19,762 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Sandpiper Lodge

2. Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
  • Sun, sand, and seaside serenity await at this waterfront retreat just minutes from Leadbetter Beach and Santa Barbara's coastal gems.
¥25,633
¥29,272 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Beachside Inn

3. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
Downtown Santa Barbara
  • Escape to coastal bliss with a short 2-minute drive to sandy beaches, where ocean adventures and whale watching await.
¥35,643
¥41,445 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Hotel Santa Barbara

4. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Beach
  • Soak up the Santa Barbara sunshine at this inviting beach getaway, where the shore beckons and comfort awaits after sandy adventures.
¥23,750
¥28,299 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

5. Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
Santa Barbara Beach
  • A seaside sanctuary minutes from Santa Barbara's Leadbetter Beach, with comfy beds and peaceful outdoor patios for after-surf relaxation.
¥29,023
¥33,143 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Castillo Inn at the Beach

6. Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House
Santa Barbara Beach
  • Soak up the sun near East Beach, just a 13-minute walk away, with beach towels provided for the perfect sandy adventure.
¥26,625
¥30,405 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Riviera Beach House

7. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Santa Barbara Beach
  • Sun-soaked Santa Barbara escape just steps from the beach with ocean breezes and a refreshing outdoor pool to enjoy.
¥22,589
¥25,795 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

8. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
Laguna
¥20,925
¥35,479 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

9. Oasis Inn & Suites

Oasis Inn & Suites
San Roque
¥18,247
¥20,801 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Oasis Inn & Suites

10. Agave Inn

Agave Inn
East San Roque
¥21,505
¥24,515 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Agave Inn
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Choose what matters most at beach hotels in Santa Barbara

Pool
Breakfast included
4 stars
Adult-only
Family-friendly

Beach hotels with pools in Santa Barbara

Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
¥25,633
¥29,272 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Beachside Inn

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Beach
¥23,750
¥28,299 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
North State
¥17,335
¥19,762 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Sandpiper Lodge

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Santa Barbara Beach
¥22,589
¥25,795 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
Santa Barbara Beach
¥27,814
¥31,708 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
The Franciscan Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Santa Barbara Beach
¥37,204
¥42,412 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
Santa Barbara Beach
¥37,913
¥43,294 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Inn By The Harbor

Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
Santa Barbara Beach
¥33,711
¥38,431 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Marina Beach Hotel

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Beach
¥22,591
¥25,797 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn
North State
¥21,649
¥24,722 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Lemon Tree Inn
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Beach hotels with free breakfast in Santa Barbara

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
North State
¥17,335
¥19,762 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Sandpiper Lodge

Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
¥25,633
¥29,272 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Beachside Inn

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Santa Barbara Beach
¥37,204
¥42,412 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara
¥31,870
¥37,502 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Santa Barbara Beach
¥28,827
¥32,864 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
¥37,204
¥42,413 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
La Playa Inn

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara
¥31,070
¥36,101 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
Santa Barbara Beach
¥33,711
¥38,431 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Marina Beach Hotel

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
Oak Park
¥27,870
¥31,827 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
North State
¥29,180
¥33,322 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
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4-star beach hotels in Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
Downtown Santa Barbara
¥35,643
¥41,445 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Hotel Santa Barbara

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Santa Barbara Beach
¥28,827
¥32,864 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
¥31,083
¥35,435 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
The Upham Hotel

Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel
Santa Barbara
¥29,919
¥45,733 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
Santa Barbara
¥33,664
¥44,967 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Montecito Inn

The Milo

The Milo
Santa Barbara Beach
¥46,182
¥52,738 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
The Milo

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
¥54,124
¥61,825 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Santa Barbara Inn

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Downtown Santa Barbara
¥40,268
¥45,984 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Craft House Inn

The Craft House Inn
Santa Barbara
¥32,756
¥37,405 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
The Craft House Inn

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Santa Barbara Beach
¥41,205
¥54,100 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
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Top Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Upon arrival we were a little concerned. The outside of the building looked a little dated and worn. Stepping inside the lobby it was nothing fancy, but it was clean and well maintained. They had a complementary coffee machine with a variety of choices and cookies to go with it. Heading up to the room on the 3rd floor we were still a little worried about what we would find. Opening the door we were pleasantly surprised! The room was clean and well maintained! You can tell it’s an older property, but it’s been nicely renovated. The bed was comfortable, the a/c worked great, and the water pressure in the shower was good! The following morning they offered a very light breakfast snack of oatmeal and some pastries with orange juice and the above mentioned coffee machine. The old real downside was the pool and hot tub. It’s a very small area and while the pool water was clear, the hot tub looked a bit off. The area itself could use a little love to make it more inviting. With all that said, it’s a solid property, great staff, close to the water and restaurants. We would not hesitate to stay there again!"
Quinn 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel staff were very friendly and helpful, especially Jeannie in the breakfast area!"
Wayne 4-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Staff very helpful and goodsie clean rooms. Pool was very small"
ROY 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
The Franciscan Hotel
Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

8/10 Good
"Great hotel right on State Street. My only issue is the design of the shower. Very difficult to not get the floor wet with one non-moving piece of glass."
Zyaire 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Hotel Santa Barbara
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing location, super clean rooms, comfortable beds, highly recommend!!"
Tammy 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

8/10 Good
"Front desk was helpful. Air conditioning worked very well."
cristina 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely hotel. Wished the hot tub would be open later. Otherwise great!"
Margaret 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful modern room. Great location. Easy walk to the pier, restaurants, etc. The manager and staff were very helpful."
Wrenzie 3-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
La Playa Inn
The Milo

The Milo

10/10 Excellent
"Spent 2 nights at the Milo with family and friends. We had a great time at the pool and loved how walkable the area is with the beach right across the street."
reina 2-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
The Milo

Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Barbara like for travelers who love the beach?
Known for its beaches and historical sites, Santa Barbara offers a lot for the traveler planning a beach getaway.
What's the best place to stay near the beach in Santa Barbara?
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort is a top beachfront resort offering 2 restaurants and a full-service spa, located within a short 11-minute walk of East Beach. Other good choices to stay near the beach include The Milo and Hotel Californian.
How many beach hotels will I be able to find in Santa Barbara?
Choose from one of Expedia's 28 hotels in Santa Barbara for your beachside break.
When's the best time for a beach vacation in Santa Barbara?
You can plan your beach trip with this snapshot of the seasons in Santa Barbara: The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 71°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 56°F. Average annual precipitation for Santa Barbara is 15 inches.
What is there to see and do around Santa Barbara?
After arriving and checking into your hotel, you'll probably want to explore your surroundings. If you're excited to scope out the beaches, spend a relaxing day by the water at West Beach or Leadbetter Beach. Discover the area's historical sites and sunsets, and make time for local attractions like Arlington Theater and Lobero Theater. For additional things to see and do, consider a visit to Santa Barbara Bowl or Mission Santa Barbara.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Santa Barbara?
Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Santa Barbara with ease. The closest major airport is Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), located 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from the city center. To see more of the larger area, hop aboard a train at Santa Barbara Station.

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