Santa Barbara Beach Travel Guide

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Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Barbara Beach
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Our pick of the best 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
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,856 reviews)
"It was nice. I liked the privacy and decor. I would recommend to others."

Reviewed on 10 Sep. 2025

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
The price is AU$525 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
AU$525
per night
21 Sept - 22 Sept
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (97 reviews)
"location"

Reviewed on 2 Sep. 2025

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 out of 5
433 W Montecito St, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$359 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
AU$359
per night
15 Sept - 16 Sept
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! (1,706 reviews)
"We loved our stay , everything was great, the only complaint is the WiFi connection, but no big deal, we were here to relax. Enjoyed their pool and hot tub, free breakfast, free tea time cheese and wine. Convenience location, one block to the ocean. Will stay again."

Reviewed on 9 Sep. 2025

Inn By The Harbor
The Milo

The Milo

3.5 out of 5
202 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is AU$367 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
AU$367
per night
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,416 reviews)
Outstanding
"Our stay was really great. The Valet was really excellent and was really helpful. Over would stay here again"

Reviewed on 8 Sep. 2025

The Milo
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
The price is AU$410 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
AU$410
per night
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Stay at this 3.5-star 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! (1,281 reviews)
"Very clean a well well maintained and managed hotel. Esteban was very attentive and had an excellent and professional rapport with the guests and staff."

Reviewed on 9 Sep. 2025

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

4 out of 5
1111 East Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is AU$445 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
AU$445
per night
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (937 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 9 Sep. 2025

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
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.

Other neighbourhoods around Santa Barbara Beach

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Waterfront

If you're spending some time in Waterfront, East Beach and Santa Barbara Harbor are top sights worth seeing.

Waterfront
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East Beach

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

East Beach
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The Funk Zone

5/5(2 area reviews)

Travellers come to The Funk Zone for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Art Foundry while you're in town.

The Funk Zone
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Lower State

While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Moreton Bay Fig Tree.

Lower State
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Eastside

While Eastside isn't home to many top sights, Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Eastside
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West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum are top sights worth seeing.

West Beach

Santa Barbara Beach Travel Guide

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