Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Property class: 4

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Located close to Cabrillo Pavillion and Santa Barbara Zoo, Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel provides a terrace. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this motel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a comfortable chair, a bed with a patterned blanket, a television, a small kitchenette, and a decorative wall piece.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Fireplace, Ocean View (Upstairs)

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a fireplace, a dining area, and a view of lush greenery.

Deluxe Room, Fireplace, Ocean View (Upstairs)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, Pool View (Upstairs)

A hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and a staircase leading to the upper level.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, Pool View (Upstairs)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • 220 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Pool View (Ground Floor)

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a TV, a kitchen area, and a wicker chair.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Pool View (Ground Floor)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 220 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Pool View (Upstairs)

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a fireplace, and a view of greenery through the window.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Pool View (Upstairs)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View (Upstairs)

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a microwave, and a wooden bench.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View (Upstairs)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Ground Floor (Patio & Fireplace)

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, two red chairs, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Ground Floor (Patio & Fireplace)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View (Upstairs)

A modern bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, bedside tables, and a clear chair.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View (Upstairs)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Upstairs)

A bedroom with a bed, windows, a TV, and a door.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Upstairs)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, a neighborhood in Santa Barbara, Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel is in the entertainment district and on the waterfront. Cabrillo Bike Path and Stearns Wharf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Chase Palm Park and Cabrillo Pavillion. Don't miss out on a visit to Santa Barbara Zoo. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkeling and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding. Visit our Santa Barbara travel guide
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421 South Milpas Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103

What's nearby

  • A beach with a large cruise ship in the distance, palm trees, and mountains in the background.
    East Beach
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • An elephant in a zoo enclosure with a rocky background and mountains in the distance.
    Santa Barbara Zoo
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A pier with lights reflecting on the water, a flag, and buildings in the background.
    Stearns Wharf
    7 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Chase Palm Park
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cabrillo Pavillion
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station
    8 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
    14 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    11 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Shellfish Company
    4 min drive
  • Jack in the Box
    2 min drive
  • SB Biergarten
    2 min drive
  • Mother Stearns Candy Co.
    4 min drive

About this property

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

  • Upscale motel near Cabrillo Pavillion
  • Located close to Santa Barbara Zoo and Chase Palm Park, Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel provides a terrace. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this motel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
    • Free self parking
    • Bike rentals, an area shuttle, and a water dispenser
    • Luggage storage, tour/ticket assistance, and smoke-free premises
    • Guest reviews say great things about the beach locale and helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually decorated, and offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Heating and fans
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
    • Refrigerators, microwaves, and daily housekeeping

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Frequently asked questions

Does Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 40 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel located?

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Chase Palm Park and Cabrillo Pavillion. Santa Barbara Zoo and Andree Clark Bird Refuge are also within 15 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 27 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 592 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 234 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 1001 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Our favourite place to stay on our America road trip. An amazing warm pool Basic kitchen facilities Grocery store around the corner. Would have been nice if they’d left the outdoor seating out for the evening and early mornings
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Clean room and super convenient location. The staff are quite friendly as well.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was amazing and very welcoming. The room was incredible
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was really cute and close to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very quaint and a great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a fantastic stay. Great location, nice and clean rooms, great pool, very friendly staff. 10/10!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Great Staff - nice location - clean room!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Sweet place, helpful staff, across from beach!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great clean stay! Amazing location. Would recommend to anyone looking for a fun beach stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and really friendly staff :)))
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent stay. Beautiful property. Friendly staff. Perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Such a cute spot right by the beach! The staff was so nice and went above and beyond to help putting batteries in my son’s toy car. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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This is a great spot across the street from the beach. It’s quiet and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice location, walking distance to beach and restaurants. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Rooms were super cute, staff was super friendly, pool was super warm! Amazing location just steps from the beach. Free parking right next to the hotel was awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

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The beds were too soft and made a lot of noise when you moved around. This made sleeping hard. Our room key stopped working after the office was closed, but we were able to reach someone that gave us instructions to resolve the issue. The following night the same thing happened to a family member that was also staying here, however, they were not able to reach anyone when they called. The same instructions I was given the night before did not work for them because the spare key also was not working. Without being able to get in or being able to reach someone, the only option was to break in through the window which was extremely easy. Location is great, it’s walking distance from many places. But more than likely won’t be staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Cute edit, fun pool, clean, and close to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great room, very cute decorations, clean and friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff were friendly and helpful, the room comfortable and very clean, and we had a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The location was perfect for a quick stroll to the beach. The ladies at the front desk were incredibly friendly and helpful. It was clean, quiet, and beachy! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My family and I took a trip to Santa Barbara and stayed at the blue sands inn and we loved it. The location was perfect we were able to do a short walk to the Santa Barbara zoo, we were able to walk to the beach. The amenities included were great, and it was Also very clean. We enjoyed our time so much and would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, really welcoming on arrival and accommodating with little requests. Room was really light, clean and comfortable. Pool was just what we needed after a long journey. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent ocean front location & friendly staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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A wonderful hotel to stay in very clean very new absolutely loved it and it had a fireplace which was so cute
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

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Not fancy. Cute decor & kitchenette. Well appointed with a fabulous location across the street from the beach! Front desk staff was very helpful with TV issue, check in & out. I would stay in a 2nd floor room next time.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026