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

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

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.

1. Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel

2.2 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

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 modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a microwave.

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.

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

2. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 2.5 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

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

A hotel room with a bed, a round table with a pair of sunglasses and a book, a chair with a denim jacket, and a window with white blinds.

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, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

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

A modern hotel bathroom with a large mirror, vanity, and a vase of flowers.

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

4. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

1.3 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

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 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.

5. Harbor House Inn

West Beach, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

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 hallway leading to a living area with a sofa, a small table, and a view of greenery outside.

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

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

6. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 2.2 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

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

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.

7. Casa Yano by The Beach

West Beach, 0.9 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

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

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 dining room with a fireplace, a chandelier, and a kitchen area with cabinets and a microwave.

8. La Playa Inn

West Beach, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

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

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

A bedroom with a bed, a dining table with chairs, a chandelier, and a view through a door.

9. Simpson House Inn

Upper East, 3.1 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

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

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

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

10. Palihouse Santa Barbara

2.3 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

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 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.

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

11. Bath Street Inn

Oak Park, 3.1 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

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 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.

A house with a bay window, a porch, and a garden with various plants and flowers.

12. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Oak Park, 3.1 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

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

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

13. The Franciscan Hotel

West Beach, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

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

A bar area with a high ceiling and skylight, wooden flooring, and a bar counter with stools.

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

14. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 1.6 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

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

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

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

15. Mason Beach Inn

West Beach, 0.6 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

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

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, 0.6 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

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.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a covered walkway, and a view of the street.

17. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 0.8 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

Richard

฿8,423

฿9,618 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A beach with clear blue water, a sandy shore, and a backdrop of buildings and trees.

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

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

18. The Eagle Inn

West Beach, 0.8 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

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

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

19. Beach House Inn

West Beach, 0.8 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

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

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

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

20. Castillo Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 0.6 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

Wesley

฿5,001

฿5,711 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

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 Santa Barbara Maritime Museum Hotel Reviews

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"

Hotel Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"My daughter and I had a wonderful stay. We would highly recommend it. The staff was very friendly and helpful. They made our "Mother/Daughter trip" extra special."

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"

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

10/10 Excellent

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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)

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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)

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A beach with palm trees and a clear blue sky.

West Beach

9.6/10 (10 reviews)

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A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, dense greenery, and a clear blue sky.

Leadbetter Beach

9.2/10 (30 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Leadbetter Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Santa Barbara. While you're in the area, stroll along the marina.

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A pier with lights reflecting on the water, a flag, and buildings in the background.

Stearns Wharf

9.0/10 (4,143 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Stearns Wharf and enjoy other activities such as cycling in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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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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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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Carriage and Western Art Museum

8.4/10 (5 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Barbara Maritime Museum?

Santa Barbara Maritime Museum is located in a walkable area of Santa Barbara known for its array of dining options and cycling. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 245 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Santa Barbara Maritime Museum?

Hotel Santa Barbara is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a 24-hour fitness centre and free WiFi. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.6 km) from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum. Other good choices within a short distance include Beachside Inn and Avania Inn of Santa Barbara.

How many hotels will I find close to Santa Barbara Maritime Museum?

Expedia has 245 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Barbara Maritime Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Santa Barbara Maritime Museum.

What can I see and do near Santa Barbara Maritime Museum?

Presidio Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation feature captivating exhibits. While you're exploring, swing by Mission Santa Barbara, Hill-Carrillo Adobe and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park to learn a bit about the area. You can watch performances at Lobero Theater, Arlington Theater and Santa Barbara Bowl if you're interested in local theatre.

How can I get to Santa Barbara Maritime Museum?

With so many ways to get around, seeing the area around Santa Barbara Maritime Museum is a breeze. If you're taking a train to the area, Santa Barbara Station is the closest stop to Santa Barbara Beach. You can find out about water travel options at the port.

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Our top choices for Santa Barbara Maritime Museum 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

Compare popular hotels close to Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

Top Santa Barbara Maritime Museum Hotel Reviews

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

The Milo

Hotel Santa Barbara

The Franciscan Hotel

Inn By The Harbor

Mason Beach Inn

Beachside Inn

Marina Beach Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

Other attractions near Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

Santa Barbara Harbor

Santa Barbara City College

West Beach

Leadbetter Beach

Stearns Wharf

Shoreline Park

Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

Carriage and Western Art Museum

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