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Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
East Beach, 0.2 km from East Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,410 reviews)
"The staff was helpful and friendly. Great location! Rooms were cute and comfortable."
United States
Jenny
The price is ฿6,113
฿6,980 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.4 km from East Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,145 reviews)
"We always love staying here when visiting Santa Barbara!"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is ฿9,472
฿10,798 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Marina Beach Hotel

Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.5 star property
Laguna, 2.5 km from East Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (244 reviews)
"Love this place, always a great stay."
United States
Teresa Gayle Dumas
The price is ฿6,335
฿9,695 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Casa Riviera

Casa Yano by The Beach

Casa Yano by The Beach
4.0 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from East Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Really nice stay! Modern and very clean. I love how close we were to everything. Walking distance to shops, the harbor and restaurants. The hosts were very nice and the communication was excellent! We will definitely go back."
United States
Kelli
The price is ฿13,321
฿18,611 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Casa Yano by The Beach

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
East Beach, 0.2 km from East Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,012 reviews)
The price is ฿5,323
฿6,068 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
The Inn at East Beach

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
East Beach, 0.3 km from East Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Such a cute property. Friendly staff, clean, comfortable room and very short walk to the water. Would definitely stay here again."
United States
Teri
The price is ฿6,008
฿6,861 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina
4.0 star property
2.7 km from East Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (189 reviews)
"The property was clean and the location was great."
United States
Mary
The price is ฿6,600
฿9,997 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Casa De La Vina

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from East Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,129 reviews)
"Clean rooms , great breakfast 🍳, nice pool, 🏊‍♀️"
United States
Lorena
The price is ฿8,311
฿9,475 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin
3.0 star property
Laguna, 2.9 km from East Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (282 reviews)
"Well appointed and loved the location. Walkable to many shops & restaurants."
United States
Judy
The price is ฿5,272
฿8,483 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Casa Jardin

Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.4 km from East Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,013 reviews)
"The hotel is in a great location and it is newly renovated. We were right outside the pool, however on the first floor, which did made it feel a lot less private and the walls were thin, but all in all it was a very good stay."
United States
Kristen
The price is ฿10,457
฿12,142 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Mason Beach Inn

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.4 km from East Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,210 reviews)
"Great location, very nice room, excellent staff."
United States
Thomas
The price is ฿6,997
฿7,977 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
The Franciscan Hotel

Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
The Funk Zone, 1.9 km from East Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (975 reviews)
"Loved the location and decoration. Amazing bed and pillows ❤️"
United States
Maria
The price is ฿15,020
฿19,630 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Hotel Californian

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
2.7 km from East Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (423 reviews)
"Wonderful stay - the hotel is unique and centrally located, just a quick walk to the main drag. Room was spacious and very well appointed."
United States
Mary
The price is ฿16,647
฿19,010 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Palihouse Santa Barbara

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Lower State, 2.1 km from East Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (228 reviews)
"Im greatly satisfied on my stay!!"
United States
alan jr
The price is ฿3,012
฿3,434 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.5 km from East Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"The hotel is conveniently located to the main attractions. The staff is super friendly. The rooms are not quite updated and could be noisy with the traffic around the hotel."
United States
Li
The price is ฿7,977
฿9,110 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Castillo Inn at the Beach

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.5 km from East Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,307 reviews)
"3 blocks from the beach with an awesome staff and spotless rooms."
United States
Daneka
The price is ฿7,161
฿8,427 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4.0 star property
East Beach, 0.1 km from East Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Very nice stay. Great location."
United States
brian
The price is ฿9,588
฿12,278 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Lower State, 2.3 km from East Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (666 reviews)
"Walking distance to great night life and beach"
United States
Alma Gabriela
The price is ฿6,436
฿7,670 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Haley Hotel

The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
West Beach, 2.2 km from East Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,595 reviews)
"Great location, nice room and pool!"
United States
Natasha
The price is ฿12,618
฿14,409 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
The Milo

Moxy Santa Barbara

Moxy Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
The Funk Zone, 2.1 km from East Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (815 reviews)
"Moxy had all the great amenities we were looking for in a hotel. Great location, friendly staff, and clean rooms. Can’t wait to come back. "
United States
Diego
The price is ฿8,478
฿9,681 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Moxy Santa Barbara
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Compare popular hotels close to East Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Room amenity
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,410 reviews
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Exterior
Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,145 reviews
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Exterior
Casa Riviera
4.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
244 reviews
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Deluxe Apartment | Interior
Casa Yano by The Beach
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
14 reviews
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Reception
The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
8.4
Very good
1,012 reviews
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around East Beach?
East Beach is located in Santa Barbara. This welcoming area is known for its beautiful beaches and popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 66 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near East Beach?
Adjacent to East Beach, Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and 2 bars. Other good choices within a short distance include Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort and Santa Barbara Inn.
How many hotels will I find close to East Beach?
Expedia has 66 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from East Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near East Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near East Beach.
What can I see and do near East Beach?
You'll want to browse the collections at El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, Presidio Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center. Mission Santa Barbara, Rafael Gonzalez House and Casa de la Guerra are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around East Beach. You can watch performances at Lobero Theater, Santa Barbara Bowl and Arlington Theater if you're interested in local theatre.
How can I get to East Beach?
If you're taking a train into town, Santa Barbara Station is the closest station to Santa Barbara Beach. There may not be many public transport options near to East Beach so consider renting a car to see more of the area.