The Best Hotels Closest to Leadbetter Beach in Santa Barbara - 2026 Updated Prices

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

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

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements and potted plants.

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

1. Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel

2.1 km from Leadbetter Beach

David

฿5,160

฿8,374 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A compact kitchen with a white countertop, a stainless steel sink, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a shelf with glassware and a framed picture.

A laundry room with two stacked washing machines and a mirror on the wall.

A parking lot with marked spaces, surrounded by dense greenery and a building in the background.

A neatly made bed with white and gray bedding, a wooden headboard, a framed abstract artwork, a modern floor lamp, and a glass side table with a black chair.

2. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 2.7 km from Leadbetter Beach

Maria

฿3,384

฿6,351 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.

A hotel with a patio area, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden with flowers and palm trees.

A marina with numerous boats docked, calm water, and clear skies.

An aerial view of a swimming pool surrounded by white umbrellas and lounge chairs, with palm trees and a tiled deck.

3. Marina Beach Hotel

West Beach, 1.2 km from Leadbetter Beach

Lori

฿5,516

฿6,289 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A traditional building with a white facade, arched windows, and a balcony with a railing.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with stools, a grey sofa, and a painting of a wave on the wall.

A white building with a red-tiled roof, a covered entrance, and a garden with various plants.

A modern entrance with a glass door, a potted plant, and a number '8' on the wall.

4. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

1.6 km from Leadbetter Beach

Jhoana

฿5,037

฿8,235 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

5. Harbor House Inn

West Beach, 1.2 km from Leadbetter Beach

James

฿5,914

฿6,742 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through a glass door to the outdoors.

A modern bedroom with a large window, a bedside table, a chair, and a built-in kitchen area.

A spacious living area with a modern staircase, a dining table, and a sofa.

A star-shaped hanging light fixture in a white-walled room with an arched ceiling.

6. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 2.5 km from Leadbetter Beach

Matthew

฿5,903

฿9,222 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A beige sofa with multiple cushions, a white vase with greenery, and a window with blinds.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a vase with flowers, and a view of the outdoors through the windows.

A hallway leading to a dining area with a wooden floor, white walls, and a black railing.

A staircase leading to a living area with a sofa and a coffee table.

7. Casa Yano by The Beach

West Beach, 1.3 km from Leadbetter Beach

Jacob

฿6,209

฿10,529 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".

A hotel corridor with a view of mountains, a palm tree, and a lantern-lit staircase.

A wooden cabinet with a mirror, a trash bin, and a potted plant in a hallway with patterned flooring and a door in the background.

A corridor with a central staircase, outdoor seating, and lanterns.

8. La Playa Inn

West Beach, 1.1 km from Leadbetter Beach

Nick

฿6,664

฿7,597 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A wooden porch with steps leading to a door marked 'Tack Room,' a bench, and potted plants.

A room with a sloped ceiling, a bed with a white bedspread, a leather sofa, a wooden table, and a lamp.

A dining area with a table, chairs, a chandelier, a window with shutters, and a decorative wheel.

A cozy reading nook with a bench, a chair, and a bookshelf.

9. Simpson House Inn

Upper East, 3.2 km from Leadbetter Beach

Victor

฿12,072

฿16,041 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

A hallway with a checkered curtain, a framed artwork, a bench, a potted plant, and a wooden cabinet with handles.

A white building with a red roof, a stone wall, and a staircase leading to a door.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, potted plants, and a small pool.

10. Palihouse Santa Barbara

2.6 km from Leadbetter Beach

Maria

฿13,454

฿15,364 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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

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

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

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

11. Bath Street Inn

Oak Park, 3 km from Leadbetter Beach

Joanne

฿7,222

฿8,397 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A two-story house with a porch, a garage, and a white picket fence.

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a large mirror reflecting the room.

A bathroom with a large mirror, double sink vanity, and a window seat with a view of greenery.

A house with a covered porch, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a lawn.

12. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Oak Park, 3.1 km from Leadbetter Beach

Raymond

฿9,216

฿10,524 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio area with stone flooring, wooden chairs, and tables. There are palm trees and a decorative stone wall with a statue.

An aerial view of a rectangular swimming pool surrounded by white lounge chairs and umbrellas, with palm trees and a tiled roof in the background.

A dining area with a wooden table, grey chairs, a black floor lamp, and a cityscape painting on the wall.

A hotel reception area with a granite reception desk, black leather chairs, a large flat-screen TV, and a potted orchid.

13. The Franciscan Hotel

West Beach, 1.2 km from Leadbetter Beach

Bob

฿4,662

฿5,314 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

A room with a wooden floor, two brown armchairs, a round table with a book and a plant, a framed painting on the wall, and a wooden door with intricate carvings.

A spacious dining area with a central island, round tables, and comfortable seating.

14. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 1.9 km from Leadbetter Beach

Karri

฿8,135

฿9,460 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

A covered outdoor area with a pergola, steps leading to a door labeled "Office," and lush greenery including large plants and flowering bushes.

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

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

15. Mason Beach Inn

West Beach, 1.1 km from Leadbetter Beach

Rachita

฿7,824

฿9,137 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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 reception desk with a wooden wall and a sign that reads "West Beach Inn".

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

16. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 1.1 km from Leadbetter Beach

Amanda

฿7,637

฿8,706 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a view of the outdoors.

A swimming pool with a tiled border, a potted plant, and a staircase with colorful tiles.

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a bench. There are two doors leading to a balcony, and a chandelier hangs from the ceiling.

17. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 1.1 km from Leadbetter Beach

Richard

฿8,423

฿9,618 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A room with two leather chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a balcony with a table and chairs.

A bedroom with a fireplace, a bed, a TV, and a window with curtains.

18. The Eagle Inn

West Beach, 1.2 km from Leadbetter Beach

Michele

฿7,400

฿8,436 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern building with a courtyard, outdoor seating, and a fire feature.

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a painting, and a TV.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a ceiling fan, and a large TV mounted on the wall.

19. Beach House Inn

West Beach, 1.2 km from Leadbetter Beach

Tim

฿7,466

฿8,511 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

A living room with a TV, a painting, and a red chair with a patterned pillow.

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

A hotel reception desk with a computer monitor, a newspaper, and a sign stating "NO PETS - NO CHECKS - NO LATE CHECK-OUTS".

20. Castillo Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 1 km from Leadbetter Beach

Wesley

฿5,001

฿5,711 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Leadbetter Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel	10.0 Exceptional 9 reviews	View
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 317 reviews	View
Marina Beach Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,193 reviews	View
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 223 reviews	View
Harbor House Inn	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View

Top Leadbetter Beach Hotel Reviews

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

8/10 Good

"Everything was fine except the room was rather small."

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

8/10 Good

"Excellent location, clean and comfortable room."

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean property and facilities. Friendly staff"

The Milo

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful Santa Barbara West Beach location"

The Franciscan Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Delightful little hotel, room was really spacious. Complimentary breakfast was nice, get there early as a little cramped. Highlight of the stay were the receptionists, so friendly and helpful. Great location for harbour and downtown in Santa Barbara."

Inn By The Harbor

10/10 Excellent

"Location is great! The continental breakfast was good! Rented the free bikes which was an added bonus!"

Mason Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was great. The only thing that wasn’t perfect was the coffee maker in the room was broken and the plugs for the chargers were blown out and were not working"

Beachside Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly helpful staff. Great location. Walkable,e to harbor and some excellent restaurants!"

Marina Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Our favourite accommodation on our California road trip. Clean & great accommodation overall. Highly recommend"

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A coastal beach with clear blue waters, sandy shore, and distant mountains.

Shoreline Park

9.0/10 (43 reviews)

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A two-story building with a beige facade, large windows, and a balcony.

Santa Barbara City College

8.8/10 (522 reviews)

Explore the campus of Santa Barbara City College during your stay in Santa Barbara. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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A marina with numerous boats docked, a pier extending into the water, and a backdrop of mountains and a sunset sky.

Santa Barbara Harbor

9.2/10 (2,746 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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A beach with palm trees and a clear blue sky.

West Beach

9.6/10 (10 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, West Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Santa Barbara. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the cycling trails.

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Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

9.0/10 (6 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center and enjoy the cycling trails in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

9.6/10 (9 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Santa Barbara Maritime Museum during your trip to Santa Barbara. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Carriage and Western Art Museum

8.4/10 (5 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Carriage and Western Art Museum in Santa Barbara. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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1000 Steps Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at 1000 Steps Beach during your trip to Santa Barbara?

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Leadbetter Beach?

Leadbetter Beach is located in Santa Barbara. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 258 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Leadbetter Beach?

Beachside Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Leadbetter Beach. Other good choices within a short distance include Avania Inn of Santa Barbara and Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Leadbetter Beach?

Expedia has 258 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Leadbetter Beach.

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

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Leadbetter Beach.

What can I see and do near Leadbetter Beach?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Presidio Santa Barbara, MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation or Reagan Ranch Center. Mission Santa Barbara, Hill-Carrillo Adobe and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can watch performances at Lobero Theater, Arlington Theater and Santa Barbara Bowl if you're interested in local theatre.

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Our top choices for Leadbetter Beach hotels

1. Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel

2. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

3. Marina Beach Hotel

4. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

5. Harbor House Inn

6. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

7. Casa Yano by The Beach

8. La Playa Inn

9. Simpson House Inn

10. Palihouse Santa Barbara

11. Bath Street Inn

12. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

13. The Franciscan Hotel

14. Hotel Santa Barbara

15. Mason Beach Inn

16. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

17. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

18. The Eagle Inn

19. Beach House Inn

20. Castillo Inn at the Beach

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Top Leadbetter Beach Hotel Reviews

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

The Milo

The Franciscan Hotel

Inn By The Harbor

Mason Beach Inn

Beachside Inn

Marina Beach Hotel

Other attractions near Leadbetter Beach

Shoreline Park

Santa Barbara City College

Santa Barbara Harbor

West Beach

Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

Carriage and Western Art Museum

1000 Steps Beach

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