Beach Hotels in Santa Barbara
For sun-seekers in Santa Barbara, a beach hotel offers direct access to the sand and sea. Spend your days at private or public beaches, swim in rooftop pools, and enjoy activities like parasailing or surfing. Ideal for a relaxing seaside getaway.
Trip.com Featured Beach hotels in Santa Barbara
1. Sandpiper Lodge - Santa Barbara
• Offers Spa, Fire Extinguisher, and Fax/Copying Service.
• Rated 8.7/10 from 42 reviews.
• Only 0.34km to Core Sport.
• Price range: HK$1,075-HK$3,368.
2. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
• Guests particularly enjoy the Garden, Dry Cleaning, and Ironing Service.
• Rated 8.9/10 based on 125 reviews.
• Convenient to E-Bike Santa Barbara, only 0.25km.
• Price range: HK$1,531-HK$7,328.
3. FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
• Guests particularly enjoy the Carbon Monoxide Alarm, Café, and Business Center.
• Rated 8.2/10 based on 122 reviews.
• Only 0.32km to La Cumbre Center for Creative Arts.
• Price range: HK$1,616-HK$4,515.
The above hotel prices are based on Trip.com for August 26-September 1.
Best hotels in Santa Barbara for a relaxing seaside escape
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99+
Great
121 reviews
9.1/10
1 night
From HK$1,319
99+
Hotel near West Beach,Santa Barbara
Featured facilities: Public Beach, Swimming Pool, Sailing
Great
109 reviews
9.1/10
1 night
From HK$1,724
84
Hotel near Santa Barbara Downtown,Santa Barbara
Featured facilities: Public Beach, Swimming Pool
104 reviews
7.5/10
1 night
From HK$980
99+
Amazing
57 reviews
9.5/10
1 night
From HK$1,735
99+
Hotel near West Beach,Santa Barbara
Featured facilities: Public Beach, Swimming Pool, Parasailing
Very Good
119 reviews
8.9/10
1 night
From HK$2,007
99+
Hotel near West Beach,Santa Barbara
Featured facilities: Public Beach, Swimming Pool, Dry Cleaning
Great
106 reviews
9.1/10
1 night
From HK$1,688
61
Hotel near Santa Barbara Downtown,Santa Barbara
With a stay at The Presidio in Santa Barbara, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Santa Barbara County Courthouse and Mission Santa Barbara. This motel is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Santa Barbara Harbor and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Upper State Street.
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 16 air-conditioned rooms featuring LED televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and desk chairs, and housekeeping is provided daily.
"The interior of the room is clean and tidy, the facilities are practical, and it is very convenient to walk ten minutes from the city center."
102 reviews
7.5/10
1 night
From HK$1,246
99+
Amazing
114 reviews
9.4/10
1 night
From HK$1,558
67
Hotel near East Beach,Santa Barbara
Enjoy a beautiful oceanside location at our cozy Santa Barbara hotel. Situated just steps from scenic East Beach and the Pacific Ocean. We are just a short walk or drive from exciting local attractions including Stearns Wharf. A waterfront shopping and dining promenade. See exotic animals at the Santa Barbara Zoo or enjoy a concert under the stars at the Santa Barbara Bowl. Sample award winning varietals along the Urban Wine Trail or cruise to the beautiful Channel Islands National Park for infinite outdoor activities. From hiking and biking to kayaking and snorkeling.
"Hotel was very clean, and I have high standards! Staff was friendly and helpful. As another reviewer stated, this is not a luxury hotel, but it did provide very comfortable accommodations in a wonderful location near the beach in Santa Barbara. It even provided a covered parking spot for my car!"
Very Good
114 reviews
8.3/10
1 night
From HK$1,345
99+
Hotel near East Beach,Santa Barbara
Featured facilities: Public Beach, Swimming Pool, Snorkeling
Good
103 reviews
7.9/10
1 night
From HK$1,176
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Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
9.5/10
Amazing
Posted on May 12, 2025
Guest User
Was here for 2 nights with my partner, and first time staying at a bnb. Was pleasantly surprised by how clean and conveniently located it was. It’s a short walk from state street, where all the good restaurants and retail shops are.
The breakfast was delicious and cooked with soul. The cookies were also a lovely treat. Highly recommend for a homey and enjoyable experience!
Price per night from:HK$2,522
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
8.9/10
Very Good
Posted on Apr 21, 2024|Two Double Room
Freddyg013The hotel itself is very different in the way it blends in with the neighborhood, pretty nice in style and not what I was expecting for a Best Western. The hotel isn’t too far from the city center but also not close enough (which is why I gave a 4), but it is very very nice. I also gave a 4 for amenities only because I wasn’t able to use them as it was less than 24 hour stay, and I wanted to experience the city more. Overall, I did like it, comfortable bed and pillows and I believe I could have slept much longer if I didn’t have an 11am check out 🤦🏽♂️🤣. But overall I was satisfied and the staff both office and cleaning were very kind and helpful. ❤️ Santa Barbara is a very beautiful city and BW gave the right price for my stay. 👍🏽
Price per night from:HK$1,524
Sandpiper Lodge - Santa Barbara
8.7/10
Very Good
Posted on Mar 14, 2026
Anonymous User
Really great! The breakfast buffet was fantastic and varied, parking was easy, and it's super close to the attractions. Plenty of good food options nearby too!
Price per night from:HK$1,063
Moxy Santa Barbara
8.5/10
Very Good
Posted on Jan 25, 2026
kaepin
【よかった点】
立地が最強です！
サンタバーバラ駅からこちらのホテルが見えるほど近いです。駅から徒歩2分ほどで到着します。
・ホテルの共用部に電子レンジや飲み物などが設置されており、無料でパンも提供されています。パンはとても美味しかったです。
・無料でお酒が一杯飲めます。ホテルの方が作ってくれます。
・ホテルもとてもおしゃれです！隅々まで凝らしてあるので、ホテルの内部にも目を向けてみると楽しいです。
【いまいちな点】
・お風呂 トイレとお風呂が近すぎ、かつ狭いです。かなり使いにくいので、要注意です。
Price per night from:HK$2,499
Casa Del Mar Inn
8.3/10
Very Good
Posted on Oct 10, 2024
Guest User
I checked in after 9pm. The clerk warmly received me. When he heard that I wanted to watch the sunrise, he kindly reminded me of the sunrise time. The location is very close to the sea. The beach is 50 meters away. I strolled to the beach in the evening and morning. The room has two bathrooms, which is very convenient for friends of the opposite sex to live together.
Price per night from:HK$1,719
FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
8.2/10
Very Good
Posted on May 16, 2026
trpcGood and clean hotel. Rooms look newly renovated and were comfortable and spacious even when we had 2 big luggages. We had a car so going around the city wasn't difficult for us and the location was decent.
Waffle machine at breakfast was a nice and different addition which we enjoyed.
Would recommend
Price per night from:HK$1,716
Riviera Beach House
8.2/10
Very Good
Posted on Apr 13, 2019
JINXIAThere is a buffet in the afternoon. There is wine and fruit biscuit cheese. Very good. The room was very very clean. The bedding is soft. The room is small, and the family recommends a large room type. 2 minutes walk from the train station.
Price per night from:HK$1,772
Courtyard Santa Barbara Downtown
8.1/10
Very Good
Posted on Oct 9, 2024
Lvtuzhongdetingliu
Room facilities are simple and like this style. There are great pools and bars in the public area. The hotel is located in the center of Barbara and is very convenient to walk to the main street. You need to drive to the beach and charge $30 a day for parking.
Price per night from:HK$2,343
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - State Street
7.7/10
Good
Posted on Sep 23, 2024|Room With Two Double Beds
Guest UserMotel 6 is a chain brand. There are three in Santa Barbara. Please check the address when booking. I made the mistake of booking this one. I drove to the beach ten kilometers away and found out I had made the mistake. Overall the rooms are quite decent, a little compact but have all the necessary facilities. It takes about ten minutes to drive to the beach. There is free hot water and instant coffee at the front desk. There is plenty of parking space for each room and there is a swimming pool.
Price per night from:HK$979
Town and Country Inn
7.6/10
Good
Posted on Dec 14, 2025
Fafa_
Pretty good! This price is afraid of not being clean
The result was not expected to be super clean 😆
CP value is very high, although cheap, but completely worth the price
Hot water comes slower but the water pressure is enough
Price per night from:HK$971
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best Beach hotels in Santa Barbara?
Whether you are travelling to Santa Barbara for business or tourism, Sandpiper Lodge - Santa Barbara (from HK$1,075) , Best Western Plus Santa Barbara (from HK$1,531) and FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott (from HK$1,616) are all preferred hotels.
How much is the average rate for Beach hotels in Santa Barbara?
For Beach hotels in Santa Barbara, the average price on weekdays is HK$2,456, and on weekends (Friday–Saturday) is HK$3,924.
Which Beach hotels in Santa Barbara provide breakfast?
Which Beach hotels in Santa Barbara offer a gym?
Get used to exercising? Sandpiper Lodge - Santa Barbara (from HK$1,075), Best Western Plus Santa Barbara (from HK$1,531) and Hotel Santa Barbara (from HK$2,040) provide fitness facilities.
Which Beach hotels in Santa Barbara provide spa service?
Tired from travelling? Sandpiper Lodge - Santa Barbara (from HK$1,075), Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort (from HK$2,068) and Hotel Milo (from HK$2,062) provide highly rated spa services.
What deals are available for Beach hotels in Santa Barbara?
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Santa Barbara Beach Hotels Information
| Total properties | 40 |
|---|---|
| Number of reviews | 3,936 |
| Lowest price | HK$1,572 |
| Highest price | HK$10,172 |
| Weekend Avg. Price | HK$3,924 |
| Weekday Avg. Price | HK$2,456 |
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