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Our top choices for Santa Barbara beach hotels

1. 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.
¥35,251
¥40,990 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Hotel Santa Barbara

2. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
Santa Barbara Beach
  • Bask in seaside tranquility at this coastal motel, where golden sands await just minutes away, with free bicycles to explore the shoreline.
¥25,929
¥29,560 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Marina Beach Hotel

3. The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
Santa Barbara Beach
  • Beach retreat a stroll away from West Beach, with pool oasis and complimentary towels.
¥21,692
¥24,728 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
The Franciscan Hotel

4. 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.
¥23,545
¥26,887 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Castillo Inn at the Beach

5. 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.
¥20,588
¥24,697 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

6. 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.
¥24,697
¥28,202 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Beachside Inn

7. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
Laguna
¥15,316
¥29,177 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

8. Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
¥44,755
¥51,122 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Santa Barbara Inn

9. Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
  • Soak up the sun steps away from Leadbetter Beach, with free bikes to explore scenic Santa Barbara coastlines and trails.
¥24,904
¥28,390 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Harbor House Inn

10. 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.
¥18,836
¥21,508 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
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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

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Beach
¥20,588
¥24,697 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
¥24,697
¥28,202 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Beachside Inn

Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
Santa Barbara Beach
¥25,929
¥29,560 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Marina Beach Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
Santa Barbara Beach
¥21,692
¥24,728 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
The Franciscan Hotel

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
¥44,755
¥51,122 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Santa Barbara Inn

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Santa Barbara Beach
¥18,836
¥21,508 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
Santa Barbara Beach
¥37,759
¥43,119 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Inn By The Harbor

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Santa Barbara Beach
¥35,878
¥40,901 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
Santa Barbara Beach
¥32,977
¥37,657 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Lavender Inn by the Sea

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
North State
¥18,321
¥20,886 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Sandpiper Lodge
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Beach hotels with free breakfast in Santa Barbara

Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
Santa Barbara Beach
¥25,929
¥29,560 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Marina Beach Hotel

Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
¥24,697
¥28,202 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Beachside Inn

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara
¥28,072
¥33,092 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
North State
¥18,321
¥20,886 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Sandpiper Lodge

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Downtown Santa Barbara
¥32,265
¥36,846 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
Santa Barbara Beach
¥37,759
¥43,119 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Inn By The Harbor

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
Santa Barbara Beach
¥32,977
¥37,657 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Lavender Inn by the Sea

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara
¥30,759
¥35,740 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
¥31,325
¥35,710 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
La Playa Inn

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Santa Barbara Beach
¥35,878
¥40,901 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
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4-star beach hotels in Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
Downtown Santa Barbara
¥35,251
¥40,990 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Downtown Santa Barbara
¥32,265
¥36,846 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
¥44,755
¥51,122 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Santa Barbara Inn

Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel
Santa Barbara
¥23,307
¥38,285 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

The Milo

The Milo
Santa Barbara Beach
¥33,969
¥38,791 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
The Milo

Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
Santa Barbara
¥23,145
¥33,023 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Montecito Inn

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Santa Barbara Beach
¥40,137
¥52,139 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Santa Barbara Beach
¥36,150
¥48,384 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Downtown Santa Barbara
¥54,359
¥70,053 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
Laguna
¥63,208
¥72,181 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Palihouse Santa Barbara
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Top Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

8/10 Good
"Great place"
alva 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Sandpiper Lodge
Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn

8/10 Good
"For only being rated 3 stars, my stay was excellent. Loved the ground floor room with double doors opening onto a patio with seating for our party, which opened out into a green area/garden. Beds were quite comfy and roomy enough with a lovely, large tiled shower."
Elizabeth 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Lemon Tree Inn
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Close to the beach and many restaurants. Rooms were clean, bathrooms well maintained and the evenings were quiet. Parking is a little tight, but as long as you don’t have a utility vehicle, the spaces are wide enough."
Victor 3-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

10/10 Excellent
"The check-in was so smooth and they let us check-in early. The exterior and lobby were so pretty and inviting. The room was spotless and smelled so nice. The courtyard view was cute. The pool was sparkling clean. The bed was comfy, and the room was super spacious. The shampoo, body wash, and conditioner smelled so nice. Breakfast was nice. Standard hotel breakfast. Green apples, bananas…no gluten free options."
Amanda 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely property and nice rooms. The staff were very helpful and the breakfast attendant was exceptionally so."
Kendall 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel was very cute clean and well-maintained. The breakfast they offered was wonderful. I had a great outdoor area to sit and eat or just relax and have a cocktail."
TOM 1-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Inn By The Harbor
Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"They did a great remodel and it’s a great choice now. Will be heading back!"
Jennice 1-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Hotel Santa Barbara
The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The Franciscan was an excellent choice for our stopover in Santa Barbara. Staff was excellent, beds were the comfiest hotel beds ever, grounds were beautiful, and it was the perfect location to walk to the beach and pier. They even have bicycles to use!"
Jonathan 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
The Franciscan Hotel

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?
The Milo is a top beach hotel with 2 outdoor pools and free WiFi, and it's located on West Beach. Other good choices to stay near the beach include Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort 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 Presidio Santa Barbara or Santa Barbara Bowl.
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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