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Our top choices for Santa Barbara Beach hotels

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1818)
"Love the architecture / courtyard of the hotel"
United States
Ohlisa
The price is 4.402.543 ₫
5.027.483 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
Inn By The Harbor

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, (1106)
"Great accommodation "
United States
Cheryl
The price is 4.977.876 ₫
5.674.779 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

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, (1202)
"Great location, family friendly "
United States
Ami
The price is 2.724.995 ₫
3.111.797 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (967)
"Great hotel, super clean and modern. Awesome little kitchen and a fantastic bathroom."
United States
James
The price is 3.054.396 ₫
3.482.012 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2007)
"Definetly would stay here again!"
United States
David
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

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, (1303)
"Clean, great room, and amazing staff."
United States
Pedro
The price is 4.739.580 ₫
5.412.363 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1500)
"Fabulous location,great staff "
United States
Guadalupe
The price is 5.160.349 ₫
5.892.861 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
The Milo

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1013)
"Great hotel"
United States
LEI
The Franciscan Hotel

Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1097)
"Clean room, friendly staff, one of the better breakfast places "
United States
Marrissa
The price is 3.633.678 ₫
4.149.502 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Beachside Inn

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, (359)
"Friendly staff and clean place."
United States
Nikhil
The price is 3.896.988 ₫
4.442.567 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1300)
"Clean property walking distance to the beach, very friendly staff, delicious breakfast and happy hour my husband and I we really enjoy riding their bike to the beach. We will definitely go back there "
United States
Farnaz
The price is 4.402.543 ₫
5.027.483 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026
Lavender Inn by the Sea

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Perfect location, great value, cute rooms"
United States
Stan
The price is 3.291.375 ₫
3.758.487 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Castillo Inn at the Beach

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Every part of this hotel stay was excellent!"
United States
Richard
The price is 7.346.349 ₫
8.391.426 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Santa Barbara Inn

Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1008)
"Helpful staff and a charming room with a kitchen. "
United States
Steven
The price is 3.547.220 ₫
4.043.830 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
Marina Beach Motel

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"We enjoyed our stay!!"
United States
Matthew
The Inn at East Beach

La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Clean room, kind and helpful staff, great parking, great location, very good breakfast "
United States
Luciana Adgemian Menani
The price is 5.125.329 ₫
5.842.849 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
La Playa Inn

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (160)
"We always stay at this Hilton when we visit Santa Barbara."
United States
Deborah
The price is 5.808.092 ₫
7.815.340 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1010)
"Wonderful setting, perfect location and easy shopping"
United States
Leah
The price is 4.296.166 ₫
4.905.992 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Riviera Beach House

Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"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 3.666.328 ₫
4.179.614 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Harbor House Inn

Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Great location, nice room, amenities, and easy parking."
United States
Srecko
The price is 7.241.025 ₫
8.254.769 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Harbor View Inn
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Where to stay in Santa Barbara Beach

Find the best Santa Barbara Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Montecito

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.

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 Paseo Nuevo Mall might round out your trip.

West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum are top sights worth seeing.

The Mesa

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

East Beach

East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Barbara Beach like?
Santa Barbara Beach is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its beautiful beaches and popular zoo. Make sure that you visit Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation as part of your Santa Barbara Beach travel plans.
How many hotels are there in Santa Barbara Beach?
If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Barbara, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 157 Santa Barbara Beach hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Santa Barbara Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals in Santa Barbara Beach.
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 neighbourhood. 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 enquire about options for water travel at the port.