Santa Barbara Beach, CA

Santa Barbara

A coastal town with a pier extending into the ocean, a beach, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.
A marina with numerous boats docked, a pier extending into the water, and a backdrop of mountains and a sunset sky.
A pier with lights reflecting on the water, a flag, and buildings in the background.
A calm body of water with a pier extending into it, a ship docked at the pier, and mountains in the background.
A sunset over a calm body of water with a distant shoreline and a building on the right.

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Santa Barbara Beach Hotel Deals

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 out of 5
128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA
$149 nightly
The price is $170 total per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
$170 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and premium TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,358 reviews)
"Close to the marina, restaurants and downtown. There was a small park right across the street with homeless people. On our first night, one of them was incessantly banging loudly at some metal panel at side of the hotel in the middle of the night and went on for quite a while. Someone finally called ..."

Reviewed on Aug 29, 2026

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

4 out of 5
633 E Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
$293 nightly
The price is $335 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$335 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 6 outdoor pickleball courts. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 out of 5
109 Bath Street Santa Barbara CA
$186 nightly
The price is $212 total per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
$212 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,265 reviews)
"Great location with a very positive and helpful staff. There are many small touches around the property and in the room that show they care about the experience guests have there"

Reviewed on Aug 29, 2026

The Franciscan Hotel
Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn

4 out of 5
901 E Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
$260 nightly
The price is $297 total per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
$297 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Santa Barbara Inn
Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian

5 out of 5
36 State Street Santa Barbara CA
$584 nightly
The price is $667 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$667 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (997 reviews)
"Amazing stay! Had a great time, loved the pool and location! Staff was amazing!"

Reviewed on Aug 29, 2026

Hotel Californian
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

3.5 out of 5
223 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$252 nightly
The price is $288 total per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
$288 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,433 reviews)
"Todo estuvo muy bien ! Con gusto volveremos"

Reviewed on Aug 28, 2026

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Where to stay in Santa Barbara Beach

Find the best Santa Barbara Beach areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Santa Barbara Beach
Learn more about Santa Barbara Beach

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 Arlington Theater might round out your trip.

West Beach

While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach.

East Beach

East Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

Lower State

While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Reagan Ranch Center.



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