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Tonight
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Tomorrow
20 Aug - 21 Aug
This weekend
21 Aug - 23 Aug
Next weekend
28 Aug - 30 Aug

Our top choices for Santa Ynez beach hotels

1. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
Fairview
฿3,634
฿4,242 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

2. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
Old Town
฿7,274
฿8,307 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

3. Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
Ellwood
฿8,492
฿9,701 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

4. Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Fairview
  • Soak up the coastal charm at this tranquil retreat, just a 1-minute drive from sandy shores with refreshing pool and hot tub.
฿6,587
฿7,522 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

5. Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
Old Town
  • Take a seaside retreat near Lookout County Park, just a 12-minute walk from sun, sand, and surf adventure.
฿5,604
฿6,400 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

6. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara
฿5,842
฿6,788 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

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

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Fairview
  • Soak up California sunshine at this beachside getaway with free shuttle to surf and sand.
฿6,476
฿7,421 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

8. The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Ellwood
  • Soak up the sun on a private sandy beach with free towels, then try parasailing or windsurfing just steps away.
฿22,436
฿28,513 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

9. Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
Old Town
฿9,384
฿10,731 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

10. Extended Stay America Suites Santa Barbara Calle Real

Extended Stay America Suites Santa Barbara Calle Real
Santa Barbara
฿6,843
฿7,942 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Extended Stay America Suites Santa Barbara Calle Real
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Top Santa Ynez Hotel Reviews

Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Customer service on point very customer knowledgeable to treat the customers friendly kind helpful directed us to different places to visit was our first time there really loved it will be back while recommended for anybody wants to just chill. Pool was great big salty water excellent cleanest. Thank you, Enrique."
Enrique 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Lemon Tree Inn
Vinland Hotel and Lounge

Vinland Hotel and Lounge

10/10 Excellent
"Great location. Quiet and clean"
Anne 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Vinland Hotel and Lounge
The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great property!!"
rita 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
The Upham Hotel
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

8/10 Good
"Great motel room for the price in the heart of SB"
Charla 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
The Genevieve

The Genevieve

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room convenient breakfast within the property. Cute fireplace and hot tub. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Enjoyed the courtyard and fire pits."
Enoe 3-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
The Genevieve
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"This was a beautiful, easy on the budget, place to stay for a couple of nights to enjoy Santa Barbara. I'd definitely stay here again!"
Shannon 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Ynez like for travellers who love the beach?
Known for its casinos and spas, Santa Ynez offers a lot for the traveller planning a getaway.
When's the best time for a beach holiday in Santa Ynez?
You can plan your beach trip with a look at weather throughout the year in Santa Ynez: The hottest months are usually August and September, with an average temperature of 20°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 12°C. Average annual precipitation for Santa Ynez is 423 mm.
What is there to see and do around Santa Ynez?
After getting settled at your accommodation of choice, you'll likely want to venture out and explore. Beach lovers can head straight to Refugio State Beach or El Capitan State Beach for some quality time by the water. Experience the area's casinos and spas, and make time for local attractions such as Chumash Casino and Santa Ynez Valley. For more things to see and do, consider visiting Sunstone Vineyards & Winery or Lake Cachuma.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Santa Ynez?
Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Santa Ynez with ease. If you're looking to fly to Santa Ynez, the closest major airport is in Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), located 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from the city centre. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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