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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$155 nightly
The price is $176 total per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
$176 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
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! (2,386 reviews)
"Clean place to stay and walking to the beach a plus. Breakfast had alot of beverage choices and the food was limited but enough to get u started for the day."

Reviewed on Aug 19, 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$291 nightly
The price is $326 total per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
$326 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
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
$211 nightly
The price is $241 total per night from Sep 15 to Sep 16
$241 total
Sep 15 - Sep 16
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! (1,262 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel in Santa Barbara! It’s walking distance to the waterfront and the property is beautiful. The room was clean and well kept, the breakfast was also very tasty and had a variety of foods to choose from. Overall it was a lovely stay and we will definitely be back!"

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2026

The Franciscan Hotel
Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian

5 out of 5
36 State Street Santa Barbara CA
$604 nightly
The price is $690 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$690 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 ...
Hotel Californian
Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 out of 5
433 W Montecito St Santa Barbara CA
$268 nightly
The price is $306 total per night from Sep 10 to Sep 11
$306 total
Sep 10 - Sep 11
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 pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,926 reviews)
"The room was really nice and it was really clean so that’s a good thing. There’s a little bit of dust but nothing serious. The view was of a park and both my husband and I witnessed a drug deal not only was it just at the park. it was a big trashcan and it was sketchy. It looked like your car, but ..."

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2026

Inn By The Harbor
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

3 out of 5
336 W. Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
$190 nightly
The price is $216 total per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
$216 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,254 reviews)
"Everything was so good, the rooms are big enough to not feel cramped. As far as the bathroom goes, the shower room could use some freshening up on a facilities level but all was kept clean by the staff! Would definitely stay again!"

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2026

Beachside Inn
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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 Arlington Theater or Lobero 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 Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.

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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