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Our top choices for Santa Barbara Zoo hotels

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, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"A wonderful place & an amazing staff"
United States
Ann
The price is ฿8,763
฿10,009 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Santa Barbara Inn
Room amenity
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
East Beach, 0.6 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1199)
"Great location,very nice staff!"
United States
Patricia
The price is ฿3,250
฿3,712 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Grand Suite | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
East Beach, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Excellent Stay"
United States
Mario
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | Living area | 65-inch Smart TV with digital channels, Netflix, Hulu
Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.0 star property
Laguna, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (89)
"Nice interior, clean, and convenient location"
United States
Harley
The price is ฿4,165
฿7,075 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Casa Riviera
Exterior
Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1008)
"Helpful staff and a charming room with a kitchen. "
United States
Steven
The price is ฿4,244
฿4,839 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
Marina Beach Motel
Comfort Apartment, 1 King Bed | Exterior
Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina
4.0 star property
3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (129)
"Very tidy and most comfortable."
United States
Flamingstar
Casa De La Vina
Front of property
Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Everything was perfect "
United States
Andrew
The price is ฿4,373
฿4,986 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Harbor House Inn
Front of property – evening/night
La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Clean room, kind and helpful staff, great parking, great location, very good breakfast "
United States
Luciana Adgemian Menani
The price is ฿6,114
฿6,969 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
La Playa Inn
Reception
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, 0.8 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (967)
"Great hotel, super clean and modern. Awesome little kitchen and a fantastic bathroom."
United States
James
The price is ฿3,392
฿3,867 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
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, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1105)
"Spotless rooms, courteous staff, happy hrs every day with wine and cheese. Can not ask more. "
United States
Nalin
The price is ฿4,994
฿5,693 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Fountain
The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1013)
"Great hotel"
United States
LEI
The Franciscan Hotel
Exterior
Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin
3.0 star property
Laguna, 3.2 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (231)
"It was amazing, I will definitely go again "
United States
Hannah
The price is ฿2,977
฿5,721 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Casa Jardin
Superior Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (The Grand Studio Double) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds
Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (374)
"Beautiful hotel, with a subdued vibe, exceptionally friendly staff. Walking distance from anything you might want to do in Santa Barbara."
United States
Jeffrey
The price is ฿14,919
฿17,037 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Palihouse Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool
Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
West Beach, 2.5 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Great location, nice room, amenities, and easy parking."
United States
Srecko
The price is ฿8,637
฿9,846 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Harbor View Inn
Reception
The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
East Beach, 0.5 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1003)
"We enjoyed our stay!!"
United States
Matthew
The Inn at East Beach
Front of property
The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Great location and amazing breakfast."
United States
Kristina
The price is ฿7,123
฿8,121 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
The Eagle Inn
Exterior
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
West Beach, 3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1307)
"Clean, great room, and amazing staff."
United States
Pedro
The price is ฿5,653
฿6,456 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Beach nearby
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
1.8 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Great place to stay! Clean rooms, nice staff."
United States
KIMBERLY
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
City view from property
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Lower State, 2.6 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (173)
"Amazing spot and awesome staff"
United States
Karim
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
Terrace/patio
Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
The Funk Zone, 2.4 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (929)
"Room, staff, pool, restaurant, location were all fantastic!!"
United States
Marian
Hotel Californian
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Santa Barbara Zoo 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 4 days ago
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Very comfortable,clean room. "
Jane Dave 2-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

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Museum of Natural History Sea Center on Stearns Wharf in Santa Barbara, California, USA

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center 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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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 Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - 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, Presidio Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Museum of Art. Explore notable local landmarks like Mission Santa Barbara, Casa Del Herrero and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park. You can catch a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, Lobero Theater and Granada Theatre.
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.