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1442 Cheap Hotels in Waterfront - Specials, Reviews, & Last Minute Deals

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Sooo nice. You can hear the ocean waves as you sleep. Restaurant has great dinner menu , sit outside on the patio. It’s great "
The price is NZ$280
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Rooms where really clean and staff was very helpful and kind. I love the fact the hotel isn’t in the middle of town. Really easy access to free way and the Bluff/seal sanctuary. I was on the top floor like I request. Close to a shopping center for whatever you need!! I used the UPS store cause I overpacked and had to send my souvenirs home lol Pool was nice and warm even in February and the hot tub was nice. I felt safe and everything went as planned!! "
The price is NZ$321
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (141)
"Pretty nice room "
The price is NZ$203
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

Casa Del Sol

2.5 star property
6.8 out of 10, (552)
"Loved the property. And the onsite staff were great. Enrique was super cool and friendly. Would definitely stay again. The apartments behind the property are a little sketchy however. Such is our world these days. "
The price is NZ$268
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Casa Del Sol

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1159)
"Everything was great but the bed was a little too hard. "
The price is NZ$172
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1027)
"Great little getaway. The jacuzzi was great and the room comfortable. Staff was friendly. I would go back for sure. "
The price is NZ$239
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (1001)
"It nice and clean. The front desk was nice and pleasant."
The price is NZ$165
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Inn on Summer Hill

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (303)
"What an amazing little get away for visitors from LA or even from Santa Barbara! We loved all the little bites they provided and the great view. "
The price is NZ$447
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Inn on Summer Hill

Rosewood Miramar Beach

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (263)
"Beautiful property and always love staying here as this would be our 3rd time visiting the resort. Brought our golden retriever and she got the VIP treatment as well. "
The price is NZ$2,748
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Rosewood Miramar Beach

Montecito Inn

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Very nice hotel, close to shops and restaurants. "
The price is NZ$438
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Montecito Inn

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Great Montecito location, walkable to restaurants, nightlife,beach"
The price is NZ$352
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (800)
"Liked the hotel for the short stay "
The price is NZ$484
includes taxes & fees
19 Mar - 20 Mar
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

The Inn at East Beach

2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Great location, super staff."
The price is NZ$269
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
The Inn at East Beach

Palmoro House

3.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (288)
"Perfect location! Staff at the front desk was not the most friendly or helpful but everything else was wonderful. Will be back"
The price is NZ$407
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Palmoro House

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Free bottle of wine included "
The price is NZ$214
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Great location "
The price is NZ$249
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Inn

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1007)
"Great location. Nice clean rooms and big bathrooms. A little dated but clean and comfortable. Convivo restaurant was excellent. Great service and friendly staff in all areas of hotel and restaurant. "
The price is NZ$620
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Santa Barbara Inn

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (790)
"Excellent location, super clean, comfortable bed and William at the front desk was fenomenal, not only with the checking but his recommendations for dinning."
The price is NZ$328
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

4.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"We were bummed that the pool and jacuzzi were under construction as it was our daughter’s 14th bday however Tommy the manager was amazing and upgraded our room. Rooms are awesome. Location is fantastic. "
The price is NZ$580
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hotel Californian

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (877)
"Beautiful hotel & spa. Everyone on the staff was extremely helpful and nice. It’s walking distance from everything, beach and state street. "
The price is NZ$1,553
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Hotel Californian
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Frequently asked questions

What is Waterfront like?

Travellers to the Waterfront neighbourhood in Santa Barbara will be sure to enjoy their stay. Make sure that you visit East Beach and Cabrillo Pavillion as part of your Waterfront travel plans.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Waterfront, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals in Waterfront.

What is there to do around this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Cabrillo Pavillion, Leadbetter Beach and Chase Palm Park. You could also plan a visit to East Beach or Santa Barbara Harbor while you're in the neighbourhood. Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, Santa Barbara Deep Sea and Stearns Wharf are just a few of the places to visit in and around Waterfront. Santa Barbara Art Foundry and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara.