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Our top choices for East Beach hotels

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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, (966)
"Great hotel, super clean and modern. Awesome little kitchen and a fantastic bathroom."
United States
James
The price is ฿3,395
฿3,870 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Exterior
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, (1196)
"Great location,very nice staff!"
United States
Patricia
The price is ฿3,253
฿3,715 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Sports facility
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
East Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (157)
"We always stay at this Hilton when we visit Santa Barbara."
United States
Deborah
The price is ฿7,607
฿10,099 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
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, (990)
"Great location "
United States
Jordyn
The price is ฿6,130
฿8,254 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
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, (1000)
"A wonderful place & an amazing staff"
United States
Ann
The price is ฿8,763
฿10,009 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Santa Barbara Inn
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, (1000)
"Excellent Stay"
United States
Mario
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
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, (1001)
"We enjoyed our stay!!"
United States
Matthew
The Inn at East Beach
Exterior
Palmoro House

Palmoro House

Palmoro House
3.0 star property
East Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (307)
"Very friendly and gracious staff. The sister property is lovely. There is a significant construction project in the lot across the street which detracted from the charm of the neighborhood. "
United States
Amy
The price is ฿3,960
฿5,457 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Palmoro House
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, (2000)
"Definetly would stay here again!"
United States
David
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Exterior detail
The Milo

The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
West Beach, 1.7 km from East Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1495)
"Fabulous location,great staff "
United States
Guadalupe
The price is ฿6,160
฿7,035 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
The Milo
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, (1094)
"Clean room, friendly staff, one of the better breakfast places "
United States
Marrissa
The price is ฿4,334
฿4,950 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Beachside Inn
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, (1355)
"Really nice hotel"
United States
Denesse
The price is ฿3,447
฿3,970 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
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, (1002)
"Great customer service and large, comfortable rooms!"
United States
Barry
The price is ฿3,992
฿4,599 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
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, (1001)
"Everything was amazing. The views were breathtaking- the staff was all lovely and accommodating. "
United States
Samantha
The price is ฿4,818
฿5,411 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Reception
Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Lower State, 1.9 km from East Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1061)
"Perfect location for state street fun!"
United States
Sherie
The price is ฿5,966
฿6,938 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Santa Barbara
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, (1008)
"good hotel good services "
United States
Eduard
The price is ฿2,184
฿2,579 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
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, (1812)
"Love the architecture / courtyard of the hotel"
United States
Ohlisa
The price is ฿4,977
฿5,684 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Inn By The Harbor
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, (1104)
"Spotless rooms, courteous staff, happy hrs every day with wine and cheese. Can not ask more. "
United States
Nalin
The price is ฿4,998
฿5,698 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
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, (1007)
"Great hotel"
United States
LEI
The Franciscan Hotel
Sun deck
Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House
3.5 star property
The Funk Zone, 1.5 km from East Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1003)
"Great stay"
United States
Scott
The price is ฿4,859
฿5,548 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Riviera Beach House
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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

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"We were greeted with the most welcoming front desk, our door was wrapped in Christmas ribbons, the room was adorable, we were served hot chocolate chip cookies, and crossed the street for a walk on the beach! What could be better? We'll definitely be coming back!"
Halle 1-night trip
Posted 1 day 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.