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Here is a quick list of Beach Hotels in Santa Barbara, selected based on their rating
Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
Inn At East Beach |
7.6 / 10 (1427 Reviews) |
From 266$ | |
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection By Hilton |
8.0 / 10 (415 Reviews) |
From 204$ | |
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn |
7.3 / 10 (426 Reviews) |
From 199$ | |
Simpson House Inn |
9.4 / 10 (185 Reviews) |
From 439$ | |
The Steward, Santa Barbara, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel |
7.3 / 10 (600 Reviews) |
From 249$ |
When travelling to Santa Barbara, one of the big decisions to make is where to stay. Santa Barbara has a wide variety of accommodation to choose from, from camping and hostels to resorts and hotels. So why choose a beach hotel?
1. A beach hotel puts you close to the action. Santa Barbara has some of the most beautiful beaches in the world and a beach hotel puts you right in the heart of the action. Whether you want to surf, sunbathe, or take a walk along the coast, the beach is always just a few steps away.
2. Beach hotels often have beautiful views. Santa Barbara is blessed with stunning ocean views and a beach hotel is the perfect place to take in the sights and sounds of the waves crashing on the shore. Whether you’re relaxing on your balcony or enjoying a drink on the terrace, the view is always a sight to behold.
3. Beach hotels offer a range of activities. Santa Barbara is home to a wealth of activities, both on the water and on land. A beach hotel is the perfect place to set up base and explore all that the area has to offer. From kayaking and sailing to cycling and hiking, there’s something for everyone.
4. Beach hotels are often more affordable. Santa Barbara can be an expensive city, but beach hotels often offer great value for money. With everything from breakfast included to free Wi-Fi and parking, you can save money while enjoying all that the beach has to offer.
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Luxury Hotels in Santa Barbara on The Beach
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Inn At East Beach
From 266$
The accommodation is within 15 minutes' walk of Santa Barbara Art Glass, approximately a 10-minute ride from University of California. The beach is a mere 5 minutes' stroll from the hotel.
A 25-minute stroll will take you to Stearns Wharf Harbor.
There are 33 rooms with an adjoining terrace and a balcony. Some of them offer free wireless internet together with a coffeemaker. Guests can also use a roll in shower along with amenities like bath sheets. Certain units overlook the sea.
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Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
From 204$
The perfect accommodation in Santa Barbara Downtown, approximately 14 minutes on foot from MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation. Within a 5-minute drive from the hotel, Shoreline Public Park is located.
The Spanish Santa Barbara County Courthouse can be found in the area.
There are rooms with parquetry floor.
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Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
From 199$
The welcoming 3-star property offers a convenient location about 0.5 km from Santa Barbara airport and a few minutes' walk from Five Points Shopping Center. The hotel is close to the beach.
You can also visit Stearns Wharf Harbor, which is approximately a 15-minute ride away.
The hotel welcomes guests to 68 air conditioned rooms. Some of them come with high-velocity internet and a DVD player along with coffee and tea making facilities. They have standard interior. The upscale bathrooms are equipped with a bathtub and a separate toilet. These spacious units also feature views of the garden.
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Simpson House Inn
From 439$
Located off the tranquil 2-block Alameda Park, the accommodation is about 10 minutes’ walk from Santa Barbara city centre. Old Mission Santa Barbara Catholic Church is 1.5 km from the hotel in Santa Barbara.
Stearns Wharf Harbor is set at 2.7 km distance from the property.
There are air-conditioned rooms at the hotel, some of them come with free wireless internet and include private bathrooms fitted with a spa bathtub and a roll-in shower. The units are furnished with a stone fireplace and a bay window along with hardwood flooring.
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The Steward, Santa Barbara, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
From 249$
Located in an area known as Goleta district, the romantic property is in 25 minutes' walk from Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens Farm.
The hotel is 2.3 km of Santa Barbara Orchid Estate.
The units at Pacifica Suites include an iron with ironing board and air conditioner. Some of them comprise a balcony and a terrace, furnished with a sofa set and a work desk. For more comfort, a hair dryer and bath sheets together with a separate toilet are provided.
Hotels in Santa Barbara
Airport nearby ✈️ | Santa Barbara, Santa Maria Public, Presidente Itamar Franco, Santa Ynez |
Average Price 💰 | 455$ |
Hotels in Santa Barbara 🏨 | 114 |
Hotel Reviews ⭐ | 8479 |
Landmarks nearby 📍 | Reagan Ranch Center, Casa del Herrero, Shoreline Park, Santa Barbara Museum of Art, Santa Barbara Zoo |
Family Hotel 👪 | Inn At East Beach |
Hotel with a view 🔍 | Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection By Hilton |
Best reviews Hotel ❤️ | Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn |
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Sunset Motel
From 175$
Old Mission Santa Barbara Catholic Church is a 10-minute ride away. This hotel is just off Loreto Plaza Shopping Center and 0.5 km from Santa Barbara airport.
The accommodation lies 4.2 km to the special gallery "Santa Barbara Museum of Art".
There are 18 rooms with ironing facilities and air-conditioning. Some of them offer complimentary WiFi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as a coffeemaker. Guests can use a bathtub and a shower together with hairdryers and bath sheets.
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Courtyard By Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown Hotel
From 337$
The property is placed about 20 km from Santa Barbara airport and a few minutes' walk from Our Lady of Sorrows Church. Unity Church of Santa Barbara is also 450 metres of this designer hotel.
MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation lies a 10-minute drive away.
The rooms at this Santa Barbara hotel are fitted with ironing facilities and air conditioner as well as tea and coffee making facilities. Some units also have a microwave and a fridge. Offering a bathtub and a separate toilet, the bathrooms are appointed with hairdryers and towels.
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Harbor House Inn
From 195$
The non-smoking accommodation is situated in West Beach district, a 13-minute walk from Stearns Wharf Harbor. The sand Leadbetter Beach is set in 15 minutes' walk of this Santa Barbara hotel.
Guests may also get to the Spanish Santa Barbara County Courthouse, which is 5 minutes' ride away.
Some of the air conditioned rooms comprise a dressing area and a private patio, and are furnished with a sofa set and a work desk. They come with a bathtub together with amenities like a dryer and dressing gowns.
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Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
From 282$
The pet friendly accommodation offers a central location within 31 minutes' ride from Santa Barbara airport. The upscale upscale hotel is located around 15 minutes' walk to the pristine beach.
A 15-minute walk will take you to the own beach.
The heated rooms feature modern amenities like a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as coffee/tea making machines. A roll in shower together with amenities like a hairdryer are also at guests' disposal. Certain units overlook the sea.
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Spanish Garden Inn
From 219$
Santa Barbara centre can be reached within 5 minutes' walk. Guests will also get the 4-star hotel 9 minutes by foot from Peabody Stadium.
Santa Barbara Historical Museum lies within a short stroll away.
Welcoming guests to an adjoining terrace and a balcony, the rooms are furnished with a work desk. Also, there is a mini fridge bar and coffee/tea making equipment as well as a safe box and smoke detectors provided.
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Avania Inn Of Santa Barbara
From 244$
This luxurious property is located near Ambassador Park and 9 minutes by foot from Moreton Bay Fig Tree. Attractions, an 11-minute walk to the hotel, include Santa Barbara Harbor.
Guests can find a beautiful beach blocks from the accommodation.
Some of the air-conditioned units feature free wireless internet as well as a coffee maker. A bathtub together with comforts like a hair dryer and bath sheets are also provided.