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An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, string lights, and a bar area.

A spacious lobby with leather sofas, a fireplace, and a large window.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a large window with a view of palm trees and a body of water.

A modern kitchen with a coffee station, bar seating, and a chalkboard menu.

1. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Old Town, 2.3 km from Ellwood Beach

Shana

฿7,865

฿8,981 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a central fire pit, and potted plants.

A spacious living room with a large dark wood dining table, comfortable seating, a television, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A modern living room with a wooden floor, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with bar stools.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT," surrounded by landscaped greenery and palm trees.

2. Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Ellwood, 1.8 km from Ellwood Beach

Sarajean

฿8,812

฿10,065 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

Two Adirondack chairs facing a small table on a balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, two surfboards, a 'Welcome' sign, and an orange sofa.

A motel sign with a large number '6' and the word 'Motel' on a wooden board.

A beach view with palm trees and a clear sky.

3. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

19.7 km from Ellwood Beach

David S

฿4,770

฿5,447 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A VAGABOND INN sign, a building with a balcony, and palm trees.

A bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, and a towel rack with towels.

A reception desk with a VAGABOND INN sign, a clock, and framed pictures on the wall.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a fenced pool, and a building with a balcony in the background.

4. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

13.8 km from Ellwood Beach

Channah

฿3,130

฿3,833 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, a mirror, and a wardrobe.

A door with a glass panel reflecting a building and a number '1' on the wall.

A white utility shed with a door labeled "AIR MACHINE" next to a dense green hedge.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and a small sink.

5. Casa Jardin

17.2 km from Ellwood Beach

Yessica

฿4,922

฿8,066 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building.

An outdoor patio area with tiled flooring, multiple tables and chairs, and umbrellas providing shade.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, bedside lamps, a desk, and a chair.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Best Western Plus South Coast" and a covered parking area.

6. Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Fairview, 6.8 km from Ellwood Beach

JEANETTE

฿6,125

฿6,995 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A building entrance with a tiled floor, an arched doorway, and large potted plants.

A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a spiral staircase leading to an upper level.

A covered outdoor patio with a checkered floor, seating arrangements, and potted plants.

7. Casa Iglesia

15.8 km from Ellwood Beach

Rich

฿5,512

฿8,722 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A patio area with outdoor seating, including tables and chairs, and a blue umbrella.

A house with a porch, a sign for '1720 the Bath Street Inn Bed & Breakfast', and a flag.

A cozy living room with a bookshelf, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a red sofa.

A table with a variety of food items, a bottle of wine, and a floral centerpiece.

8. Bath Street Inn

15.8 km from Ellwood Beach

Joanne

฿6,923

฿8,050 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV. There is a view of palm trees and a marina through the windows.

A hot tub area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a pool, and palm trees in the background.

A breakfast bar with various food items, beverages, and a coffee machine.

9. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

17.7 km from Ellwood Beach

Amanda

฿7,574

฿8,635 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a patterned floor, hanging plants, and a bar area.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tall palm trees and a building in the background.

A hotel entrance with a wooden ceiling, a central seating area, and potted plants.

10. The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Fairview, 6.6 km from Ellwood Beach

PO WEI

฿6,856

฿7,857 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A building with a balcony, a palm tree, and a birdhouse on the railing.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A motel with a tiled roof, multiple rooms, and a parking lot.

A kitchen with a black countertop, a wooden bench, a shelf with items, and a tiled floor.

11. Sunset Motel

13.9 km from Ellwood Beach

Ashley

฿4,179

฿4,931 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A patio area with a table and chairs, surrounded by vibrant flowers and a pool.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, desk, chair, TV, and a wardrobe.

A room with two striped chairs, a small round table, and an air conditioning unit on the wall.

A building with a distinctive wavy facade, a decorative archway, and vibrant pink flowers in the foreground.

12. Oasis Inn & Suites

14.1 km from Ellwood Beach

Corrie

฿3,905

฿4,452 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A white building with a sign reading "Mason Beach Inn" and a balcony with a railing.

A living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned armchair.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building with arches and palm trees.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a framed quote on the wall, and a large potted plant.

13. Mason Beach Inn

17.6 km from Ellwood Beach

Rachita

฿8,120

฿9,470 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with a view of palm trees, and a door.

A hotel entrance with a glass door, a welcome sign, and a number 6 sign.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a white fence and palm trees.

A vending machine with various beverage options and a refrigerated display case with snacks.

14. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Fairview, 6.1 km from Ellwood Beach

Lisa

฿3,948

฿4,600 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A modern living room with a white desk, a computer, a sofa, and a fireplace.

A bright, sunlit room with large windows, white furniture, and a checkered floor.

A two-story house with large windows, a front porch, and a well-maintained garden.

A balcony with wicker furniture and a view of mountains and houses.

15. Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

17.3 km from Ellwood Beach

Channah

฿5,349

฿6,098 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A two-story building with a balcony, palm trees, and a sign that reads "Castillo Inn."

A room with a sliding glass door leading to a patio area with a yellow fence and a table with chairs.

A building with a sign reading "Castillo Inn at the Beach" indicating a hotel.

A patio with a round table, chairs, and a red umbrella. There are potted plants and a surfboard visible.

16. Castillo Inn at the Beach

17.6 km from Ellwood Beach

Abraham

฿5,232

฿5,975 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a large window.

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements and potted plants.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, large windows, and a view of greenery.

17. Casa Castillo

16.3 km from Ellwood Beach

David

฿7,665

฿11,193 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A coastal house with a red roof, surrounded by palm trees and a mountain backdrop.

A bathroom with white tiled walls, a showerhead, and a shelf with toiletries.

A house with a patio area featuring wicker furniture and potted plants.

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small round table, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

18. Harbor House Inn

17.7 km from Ellwood Beach

Katrin

฿6,919

฿7,887 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A large, modern interior space with geometric ceiling design and large letters spelling "agov" on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a red sofa, a dining table, and a TV.

A room with a white ceiling, a central light fixture, and a wall-mounted clock.

A building with a yellow door, a staircase with a yellow railing, and two white chairs with a blue table.

19. Agave Inn

14.3 km from Ellwood Beach

Christine

฿4,605

฿5,249 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

An outdoor patio area with stone walls, a fire pit, and seating arrangements.

A modern living room with a marble reception desk, wooden flooring, and contemporary furniture.

A modern dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, a television, and a plant.

A cozy living room with a round coffee table, wooden chairs, a sofa with patterned cushions, and potted plants.

20. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

11.9 km from Ellwood Beach

Robert

฿7,011

฿8,246 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Ellwood Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta	9.0 Wonderful 934 reviews	View
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach	9.0 Wonderful 1,479 reviews	View
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara	7.8 Good 1,024 reviews	View
Casa Jardin	9.8 Exceptional 303 reviews	View

Top Ellwood Beach Hotel Reviews

Sandpiper Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Everything well done"

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Best hotel"

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

8/10 Good

"It is a nice property. I liked the inner units more than the outer units."

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect stay! Everything was clean and convenient and the location was great."

Other attractions near Ellwood Beach

Sandpiper Golf Club

8.6/10 (70 reviews)

Play a round of golf in Goleta at Sandpiper Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as cycling. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

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Sands Beach

6.0/10 (1 review)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sands Beach during your trip to Goleta? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Devereaux Slough

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Devereaux Slough during your stay in Goleta. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Coal Oil Point Reserve

7.6/10 (5 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Coal Oil Point Reserve and enjoy the cycling trails in Goleta. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Devereux Beach

6.0/10 (1 review)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Devereux Beach during your trip to Goleta? Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's live music.

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Goleta Butterfly Grove

8.8/10 (59 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Goleta Butterfly Grove and enjoy the cycling trails in Goleta. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Camino Real Marketplace

You can do some window-shopping at Camino Real Marketplace during your visit to Goleta.

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Ellings Performing Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to Ellings Performing Arts Center during your stay in Goleta.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Ellwood Beach?

Ellwood Beach is located in Goleta. This family-friendly area is known for its array of dining options and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 6 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Ellwood Beach?

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this resort offers 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. It's located 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Ellwood Beach. Other good options within a few miles include Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta and Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Ellwood Beach?

Expedia has 6 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Ellwood Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Ellwood Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals near Ellwood Beach.

What can I see and do near Ellwood Beach?

Local parks like Goleta Point, Santa Barbara Orchid Estate and Coal Oil Point Reserve are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Dip your toes in the water at Isla Vista Beach, Goleta Beach and Devereux Beach. Be sure to get some family photos at Devereaux Slough, Ellings Performing Arts Center and Ucsb Labyrinth while you're out sightseeing near Ellwood Beach.

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Our top choices for Ellwood Beach hotels

1. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

2. Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

3. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

4. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

5. Casa Jardin

6. Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

7. Casa Iglesia

8. Bath Street Inn

9. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

10. The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

11. Sunset Motel

12. Oasis Inn & Suites

13. Mason Beach Inn

14. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

15. Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

16. Castillo Inn at the Beach

17. Casa Castillo

18. Harbor House Inn

19. Agave Inn

20. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

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Top Ellwood Beach Hotel Reviews

Sandpiper Lodge

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Other attractions near Ellwood Beach

Sandpiper Golf Club

Sands Beach

Devereaux Slough

Coal Oil Point Reserve

Devereux Beach

Goleta Butterfly Grove

Camino Real Marketplace

Ellings Performing Arts Center

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