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1433 Cheap Hotels in Santa Barbara Beach - Specials, Reviews, & Last Minute Deals

Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Exterior detail
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1236)
"Fantastic property and location."
The price is NZ$387
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony)
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1426)
"It was great! Front desk took care of me "
The price is NZ$238
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Outdoor pool
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"A unique place right on the Ocean with spectacular views from all rooms over the pool and into the waves. A beach you can walk on during low tide. The rooms themselves are meh. Not great decor, old, squeaky bed, low grade uncomfortable pillows. The Shoals restaurant is very good. "
The price is NZ$249
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1205)
"Excellent property. Spacious rooms. Great location. "
The price is NZ$387
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Inn By The Harbor
Front of property - evening/night
Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1507)
"Nice little spot close to ocean and restaurants. The complimentary beach cruisers are fantastic!"
The price is NZ$325
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Inn By The Harbor
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Terrace/patio
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"It was a little underwhelming, the ceiling in the bathroom looked old and it was brown too. The area in general feels underwhelming in general. Does the job."
The price is NZ$567
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Outdoor spa tub
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1007)
"Excellent location with balcony overlooking the beach just walking distance to always where I want to go."
The price is NZ$348
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Front of property
Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1291)
"We enjoyed our stay! A cute and clean hotel with comfortable beds and a wonderful continental breakfast. Easy walking distance to the beach, shops and restaurants. We would stay here again!"
The price is NZ$340
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Room amenity
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Cute and convenient. Great shower and fresh looking paint in the room. Would like to have had a microwave but the fridge was spacious."
The price is NZ$209
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach, an IHG Hotel
Property amenity
Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach, an IHG Hotel
3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1060)
"The best sunrise and sunset view! Staff was amazing from valet to check in. Room was super clean and the area is close to everything. Went walking downtown for dinner and drinks a great place within walking distance of anything you can imagine."
The price is NZ$303
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach, an IHG Hotel
Amanzi Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Fireplace, Balcony
Amanzi Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1774)
"Good and comfortable "
The price is NZ$288
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Amanzi Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
The Franciscan Hotel
Front of property
The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"The location was perfect … a block from the beach and easy walk to restaurants and pier. It’s was quiet and clean on the property. Breakfast was good and fresh squeezed OJ was a pleasant surprise. Only complaint was that the eating area was way too small. Other than that I would stay there again for sure. "
The price is NZ$365
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
The Franciscan Hotel
Riviera Beach House
Sundeck
Riviera Beach House
3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (972)
"We loved staying at the Riviera. It was a prime location for all of the fun activities and great food in Santa Barbara. Service was friendly and prompt for any needs we had and the hotel smelled amazing. Iwould definitely recommend a stay here for anyone wanting to experience the best of Santa Barbara. "
The price is NZ$341
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Riviera Beach House
La Playa Inn
Front of property - evening/night
La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (954)
"Room was very comfortable… the beds were a little too high but very comfortable…"
The price is NZ$302
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
La Playa Inn
Rosewood Miramar Beach
Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar
Rosewood Miramar Beach
5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (255)
"One of my all-time favorites anywhere"
The price is NZ$2,567
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Rosewood Miramar Beach
Ojai Valley Inn
Exterior
Ojai Valley Inn
5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Spectacular – can't wait to return! "
The price is NZ$1,408
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Ojai Valley Inn
Mason Beach Inn
Front of property
Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (755)
"Wonderful place in a great location. We’ve stayed here before and will stay here again. "
The price is NZ$454
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Mason Beach Inn
Hotel Santa Barbara
Front of property
Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"This hotel is in a very convenient location on State Street, surrounded by many restaurants, bars, and stores. It's a half-mile walk to the beach and Stearns Wharf. The immediate area seems geared towards the collegiate crowd. The hotel was undergoing renovation so the temporary lobby was small. Staff was very friendly."
The price is NZ$464
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Hotel Santa Barbara
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carpinteria
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carpinteria
2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Everything you want in a hotel. The breakfast buffet lady made our breakfast great. Very caring service to my wife and kids was much appreciated. "
The price is NZ$204
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carpinteria
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Room, 1 King Bed (Deck) | Terrace/patio
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (976)
"It’s fine for a quick over night stay, but not for a nice family vacation. Room is small. But it’s a motel like facility which is expected. Can hear lots of noises outside including the train. Otherwise staff is very nice. "
The price is NZ$231
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
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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.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Santa Barbara Beach?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach is a highly ranked property in Santa Barbara Beach. This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Santa Barbara Harbor, and it offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Marina Beach Motel and Harbor House Inn.

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 155 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. Chase Palm Park, Santa Barbara Deep Sea and Santa Barbara Art Foundry are just a few of the places to visit in and around Santa Barbara Beach. When you're sightseeing in Santa Barbara, Reagan Ranch Center 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.