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Our top choices for East Beach hotels

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Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
East Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1215)
"Nice motel in a nice location at a good price "
United Kingdom
carl
The price is ฿3,241
฿3,701 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Reception
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
East Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (978)
"Great hotel, super clean and modern. Awesome little kitchen and a fantastic bathroom."
United States
James
The price is ฿3,405
฿3,881 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view
Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
East Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1007)
"Beautiful hotel, great views , and lovely staff. "
United States
Laura
The price is ฿8,795
฿10,047 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan
Santa Barbara Inn
Reception
The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
East Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1005)
"Great location and clean rooms. "
United States
Tim
The Inn at East Beach
Sports facility
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
East Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (176)
"Perfect stay "
United States
Nishant
The price is ฿7,678
฿10,174 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Room, 1 King Bed (Deck) | Terrace/patio
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
East Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1007)
"Second time staying here was nice clean and absolutely excellent it’s close to downtown and the beach property is also quiet. "
United States
Tiarra
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4.0 star property
East Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
" Clean rooms and easy access to beach."
United States
Pradeep
The price is ฿7,061
฿9,322 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
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Palmoro House

Palmoro House

Palmoro House
3.0 star property
East Beach
7.4 out of 10, Good, (310)
"Understaffed and unfortunately delayed in checking in until close to 8 PM"
United States
Basheer
The price is ฿3,944
฿5,441 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Palmoro House
View from property
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.8 km from East Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1110)
"Great accommodation "
United States
Cheryl
The price is ฿4,528
฿5,162 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2 km from East Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2047)
"Enjoyed our stay. Clean and great service! "
United States
Robert
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
View from property
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2 km from East Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1102)
"Was a good hotel "
United States
Hani
The price is ฿3,420
฿3,905 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Beachside Inn
Outdoor pool
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
22.6 km from East Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Have stayed here many times and every time it’s more amazing than the previous. Spectacular views, delicious dinner and wonderful ocean view rooms "
United States
Gayane
The price is ฿5,188
฿5,827 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Front of property
The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.9 km from East Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1038)
"Great brunch, beautiful property and helpful staff"
United States
Kritika
The Franciscan Hotel
Free daily buffet breakfast
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
2.5 star property
15.5 km from East Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1011)
"Clean room and friendly staff "
United States
CHANG
The price is ฿4,476
฿5,157 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Property amenity
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 star property
13.9 km from East Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1385)
"Great staff, room was spotless! "
United States
Carina
The price is ฿3,993
฿4,599 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Courtyard
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
2.0 star property
13.3 km from East Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1029)
"every thing is as expected，satisfied with our stay"
Canada
Cathy
The price is ฿2,266
฿2,673 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
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Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Lower State, 1.9 km from East Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Can't beat the location! One block from the promenade street with plenty of restaurants, cafes, and shops. Not too far from the pier as well!"
United States
Leonardo
The price is ฿6,023
฿6,878 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.9 km from East Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1013)
"Helpful staff and a charming room with a kitchen. "
United States
Steven
The price is ฿4,247
฿4,841 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Marina Beach Motel
Front of property – evening/night
La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2 km from East Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1008)
"Very clean, walkable to the beach/nearby restaurants & pier"
United States
Cassie
The price is ฿5,297
฿6,038 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan
La Playa Inn
Exterior
Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
West Beach, 2.2 km from East Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1841)
"It was a beautiful place to stay"
United States
Joseph
The price is ฿5,236
฿5,979 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Feb - 6 Feb
Inn By The Harbor
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Where to stay in East Beach

Find the best East Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Montecito

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.

Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

Santa Barbara featuring a coastal town
Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair
Open Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair

Downtown Santa Barbara

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.

West Beach

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

The Mesa

While visiting The Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.

Top East Beach Hotel Reviews

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Great!"
Sarkis 2-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Location and walk ability was great"
Dawn 1-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is East Beach like?
Travellers love the East Beach neighbourhood for its beautiful beaches, array of dining options and cycling. Make sure that you visit East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo as part of your East Beach travel plans.
What's the best accommodation in East Beach?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Santa Barbara Inn is the highest ranked property in East Beach. This hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Santa Barbara Zoo, and it offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other favourite options in the area include Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel and Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach.
How many hotels will I be able to find in the East Beach area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Barbara, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 39 East Beach hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in East Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in East Beach.
What can I see and do in this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of East Beach with a visit to Chase Palm Park and Andree Clark Bird Refuge. East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around East Beach include Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, Santa Barbara Art Foundry and Santa Barbara Deep Sea. While you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara, make sure that you visit other sights such as Stearns Wharf or Municipal Tennis Center.