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Top Santa Barbara Beach Resorts & Hotels

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach

22 Castillo St., Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $222 per night from May 18 to May 19
$222
includes taxes & fees
$194 per night
May 18 - May 19
Free WiFi in public areas is available at this hotel. Take advantage of the free self parking.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Smooth and worriless stay in a superb town
"Castillo Inn offers an excellent stay in a vibrant town. Well-located, clean, comfortable and worriless, it is a guarantee for some relaxing time away."

Reviewed on Apr 21, 2025

Castillo Inn at the Beach
Mason Beach Inn
Great for beach vacations

Mason Beach Inn

324 W. Mason Street, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $352 per night from May 18 to May 19
$352
includes taxes & fees
$309 per night
May 18 - May 19
An outdoor pool is featured at this hotel, along with self parking. WiFi in public areas is free. A garden and luggage storage are also provided.
9/10 Wonderful! (846 reviews)

Travelers like: close to beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
"Enjoyed stay in small friedly hotel that was walkable to downtown, beach and harbour"

Reviewed on Apr 21, 2025

Mason Beach Inn
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Great for beach vacations

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

433 Corona Del Mar Drive, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $193 per night from May 18 to May 19
$193
includes taxes & fees
$169 per night
May 18 - May 19
An outdoor pool, free self parking, and concierge services are featured at this hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Express check-out and a safe deposit box ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)

Travelers like: close to beach, beach towels, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
"It was clean and the pool area was fun. I would stay here again"

Reviewed on Apr 18, 2025

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
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Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Great for beach vacations

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

443 Corona Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $158 per night from May 11 to May 12
$158
includes taxes & fees
$138 per night
May 11 - May 12
An outdoor pool is featured at this motel, along with free self parking. WiFi in public areas is free. A terrace is provided and the front desk is staffed ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)

Travelers like: close to beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
"EXCELLENT!!!!!! A block away front eh beach! Super cute hotel. It’s not your normal hotel 6!"

Reviewed on Apr 21, 2025

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Great for beach vacations

Hotel Milo Santa Barbara

202 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $264 per night from Apr 30 to May 1
$264
includes taxes & fees
$231 per night
Apr 30 - May 1
2 outdoor pools, a hot tub, and a gym are all featured at this Mediterranean hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Valet parking, a terrace, and a garden are ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,300 reviews)

Travelers like: close to beach, sun loungers, beach towels, outdoor pools

Travelers say...
"The property was lovely, really enjoyed staying here for our honeymoon. Would definitely book again."

Reviewed on Apr 23, 2025

Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
The Inn at East Beach
Great for beach vacations

The Inn at East Beach

1029 Orilla Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $174 per night from May 13 to May 14
$174
includes taxes & fees
$152 per night
May 13 - May 14
An outdoor pool is featured at this motel, along with self parking. WiFi in public areas is free. A fireplace in the lobby is also provided.
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)

Travelers like: close to beach, beach towels, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
"I’ve stayed here before and like it. It’s a one mile walk to Stearns harbor area, so I like walking over and not dealing with parking. Quiet area mostly."

Reviewed on Apr 18, 2025

The Inn at East Beach
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Great for beach vacations

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

1111 East Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $325 per night from May 6 to May 7
$325
includes taxes & fees
$285 per night
May 6 - May 7
This hotel features 2 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, ...
7.8/10 Good! (838 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
"The property had everything we needed for our stay as a family. The rooms are ok but not every room comes with a balcony or an ocean view which we were a little disappointed about. Also the phone in the room was not connected so when I needed to call the front desk I had to walk to them as no one ..."

Reviewed on Apr 20, 2025

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Great for beach vacations

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

306 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $215 per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
$215
includes taxes & fees
$189 per night
Apr 27 - Apr 28
This hotel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free continental breakfast, free WiFi, and free self parking. Business travelers can take advantage of ...

Travelers like: close to beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
"Well done older building. Elevator. Happy hour. Great location"

Reviewed on Apr 22, 2025

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
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Santa Barbara hotels essential information

Accommodation
1,881 hotels
Lowest Price
$158
Highest Price
$912
Popular hotels
Castillo Inn at the Beach, Hotel Milo Santa Barbara, The Inn at East Beach, Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel, Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara, Mason Beach Inn, Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

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