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

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

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.

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

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

1. Marina Beach Hotel

West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Amy

฿7,007

฿7,988 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

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

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

2. Casa De La Vina

3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Jane Hodges

฿5,818

฿9,057 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

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

A coastal road with palm trees, a beach, and a parking lot with vehicles.

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

3. Harbor House Inn

West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Katrin

฿6,052

฿6,900 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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

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.

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

4. Casa Riviera

Laguna, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Monica

฿5,054

฿8,182 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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 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.

5. La Playa Inn

West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Greer

฿8,025

฿9,149 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

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

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

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

6. Casa Yano by The Beach

West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Brynn

฿8,664

฿13,229 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a glass table, and a framed picture on the wall.

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

7. Casa Jardin

Laguna, 3.2 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Yessica

฿3,981

฿6,962 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

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

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.

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

8. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Joanna

฿8,146

฿9,286 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

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

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.

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.

9. The Franciscan Hotel

West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Naomi

฿7,191

฿8,198 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A sunlit balcony with a curved sofa, a small round table, and a potted plant. The balcony features arched windows with a view of palm trees and the sea.

A coastal view with a beach, palm trees, and a white building with a red roof.

A spacious room with two sofas facing a glass table, a vase with flowers, and large windows offering a view of the ocean.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

10. Santa Barbara Inn

East Beach, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Emma

฿9,442

฿10,785 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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 cozy living room with a bar area, comfortable seating, and a large window with plants.

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

11. Palihouse Santa Barbara

3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Mary

฿13,721

฿15,669 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

12. Mason Beach Inn

West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Rachita

฿7,909

฿9,228 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

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.

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

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

13. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Liad

฿8,221

฿9,389 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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.

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

14. The Eagle Inn

West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

John

฿8,450

฿9,634 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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

A neatly made bed with a hat and a striped towel, a wooden nightstand with a lamp, and a television on a dresser.

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.

15. Castillo Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Abraham

฿6,175

฿7,051 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a wicker chair, and a dining area.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a ceiling fan, a wall-mounted air conditioner, a picture, and a window with a view.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a large island with bar stools.

A modern living room with a round table, wooden chairs, a sofa, and a fireplace.

16. Beach House Inn

West Beach, 3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Sharon

฿7,251

฿8,267 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

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

A beach view with palm trees and a clear sky.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

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

17. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

East Beach, 0.6 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

David S

฿4,548

฿5,193 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A bright kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a view through glass doors to an outdoor patio.

A hotel with a red roof, multiple balconies, and a parking lot.

A spacious living area with a fireplace, white cabinetry, wicker furniture, and a large window.

A beachside path with bicycles, palm trees, and a clear sky.

18. Lavender Inn by the Sea

West Beach, 3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Suzanne

฿7,591

฿8,668 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand.

A lobby with a wooden floor, two patterned armchairs, a small table, and a wall with three framed pictures.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a large window with a view of palm trees and a balcony.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden flooring, and a dining area with orange chairs and a table.

19. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Julia

฿5,270

฿6,264 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A resort with a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees, a beach view, and a well-maintained lawn.

A waterfront hotel with a reflective pool, a pedestrian bridge, and a view of mountains in the background.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with two armchairs and a small table, a patterned wall, and a wooden floor.

A seaside patio with wicker chairs, a view of the marina, and palm trees.

20. Harbor View Inn

West Beach, 2.5 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Danielle

฿10,454

฿11,918 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Barbara Zoo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Marina Beach Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,178 reviews	View
Casa De La Vina	9.8 Exceptional 207 reviews	View
Harbor House Inn	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Casa Riviera	9.8 Exceptional 295 reviews	View
La Playa Inn	9.6 Exceptional 1,018 reviews	View

Top Santa Barbara Zoo Hotel Reviews

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful place! Close to beach and had great amenities! Breakfast and coffee was great and bike rentals were awesome"

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent staff, large clean room, hotels in this area have limited parking"

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Best for the money. Good view, super clean."

Santa Barbara Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful property just across the street from the beach. Nice walk to Stearns Wharf. Very comfortable bed, and quick convenient valet service."

The Franciscan Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, excellent location. Yummy bfast. Exceeded all expectations."

Inn By The Harbor

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful stay. Spacious rooms. Great location, walkable to the beach and State St for those that enjoy walking. Shower water temperature had issues but was fixed right away. Pool was nice. The lobby always had ice water and lemonade. Breakfast was lovely and so was the afternoon cheese and wine. Definitely recommend and would return."

Montecito Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Such a kind and helpful staff! The location was in the thick of good services and super restaurants:)"

The Inn at East Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Super cute hotel. Walking distance to the beach. In a cute area where you can take a walk in any direction and see beautiful views. The hotel property is clean and has lots of outdoor seating to spend time outside to enjoy the weather."

Riviera Beach House

10/10 Excellent

"Great place...clean, fabulous staff, lovely place. Would go back in a heart beat."

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A beach with a large cruise ship in the distance, palm trees, and mountains in the background.

East Beach

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A pier extending into calm waters, palm trees, and a mountainous backdrop.

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

9.6/10 (8 reviews)

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Municipal Tennis Center

Catch an event at Municipal Tennis Center during your trip to Santa Barbara. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Cabrillo Bike Path

9.6/10 (11 reviews)

You can take time to visit Cabrillo Bike Path during your travels to Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Andree Clark Bird Refuge

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can take time to visit Andree Clark Bird Refuge during your travels to Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Cabrillo Pavillion

10.0/10 (1 review)

Cabrillo Pavillion is just one of the places to see in Santa Barbara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside or seek out the cycling trails.

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Chase Palm Park

9.6/10 (5 reviews)

Chase Palm Park is just one of the places to see in Santa Barbara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Santa Barbara Channel

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Santa Barbara Channel during your travels in Santa Barbara. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Barbara Zoo?

Santa Barbara Zoo is located in a walkable area of Santa Barbara known for its beautiful beaches and popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 81 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Santa Barbara Zoo?

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this resort offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Santa Barbara Zoo. Other good choices within a short distance include Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt and The Inn at East Beach.

How many hotels are there close to Santa Barbara Zoo?

Expedia has 81 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Santa Barbara Zoo.

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

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Santa Barbara Zoo.

What can I see and do near Santa Barbara Zoo?

You'll want to browse the collections at MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center and Reagan Ranch Center. Explore notable local landmarks like Mission Santa Barbara, El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park and Presidio Santa Barbara. You can catch a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, Arlington Theater and Lobero Theater.

How can I get to Santa Barbara Zoo?

With so many choices for transport, seeing all of the area near Santa Barbara Zoo is a breeze. If you want to explore the larger area, hop aboard a train at Santa Barbara Station. You can learn about water transport options at the local port.

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Our top choices for Santa Barbara Zoo hotels

1. Marina Beach Hotel

2. Casa De La Vina

3. Harbor House Inn

4. Casa Riviera

5. La Playa Inn

6. Casa Yano by The Beach

7. Casa Jardin

8. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

9. The Franciscan Hotel

10. Santa Barbara Inn

11. Palihouse Santa Barbara

12. Mason Beach Inn

13. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

14. The Eagle Inn

15. Castillo Inn at the Beach

16. Beach House Inn

17. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

18. Lavender Inn by the Sea

19. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

20. Harbor View Inn

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Top Santa Barbara Zoo Hotel Reviews

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Santa Barbara Inn

The Franciscan Hotel

Inn By The Harbor

Montecito Inn

The Inn at East Beach

Riviera Beach House

Other attractions near Santa Barbara Zoo

East Beach

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Municipal Tennis Center

Cabrillo Bike Path

Andree Clark Bird Refuge

Cabrillo Pavillion

Chase Palm Park

Santa Barbara Channel

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