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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
2.5 star property
Carpinteria
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Leticia I
The price is ฿6,602
฿7,605 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,124 reviews)
"Wonderful stay!"
United States
Melanie
The price is ฿7,266
฿8,283 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 star property
Carpinteria
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,537 reviews)
"Clean and well located hotel. Close to the beach. We really enjoyed our stay"
United States
Paulina
The price is ฿5,894
฿6,789 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (342 reviews)
"Great stay! Use the fire pits at night."
United States
Salina
The price is ฿10,884
฿13,919 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Great location, beautiful clean property, free parking, super nice staff. Would stay here again!"
United States
Gwen
The price is ฿9,049
฿10,315 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
La Playa Inn

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"great location!"
United States
Karen
The price is ฿5,787
฿6,597 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
The Inn at East Beach

Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (360 reviews)
"Lovely place. Staff was accommodating. "
United States
Dawn
The price is ฿13,237
฿15,355 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Inn on Summer Hill

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
3.0 star property
Old Town
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (544 reviews)
"Friendly staff, good breakfast and great amenities"
United States
Meredith
The price is ฿10,251
฿11,720 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
2.5 star property
Old Town
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great Room, easy check-in, best breakfast to date and super close to Cottage Hospital."
United States
Christie
The price is ฿6,807
฿7,773 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
3.0 star property
Old Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Amazing location and great staff"
United States
Rabee
The price is ฿8,937
฿10,205 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
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Frequently asked questions

Looking for an LGBTQ-friendly hotel in Waterfront?
Consider this your open invitation to pack your bags and find Waterfront hotels that are members of the International Gay & Lesbian Travel Association on our website. Discover the people, places and traditions found only in Waterfront.
What should I see while I'm in Waterfront?
During your trip, get out and enjoy everything Waterfront has to offer. You and your travelling companions may want to visit West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and Leadbetter Beach. While you're here, create some great memories of your trip with stops at East Beach, Santa Barbara Maritime Museum and Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center.
What is an LGBTQ-friendly hotel in Waterfront?
LGBTQ-friendly hotels welcome all travellers who identify as LGBTQIA+. Expedia has compiled a selection of LGBTQ-friendly hotels worldwide. In Waterfront, these hotels prioritise a diverse environment in which guests are welcomed, respected and not obliged to declare or hide their sexual orientation.
What can I expect from an LGBTQ-friendly Waterfront hotel?
Take a holiday from the ordinary; stay at an LGBTQ-friendly hotel in Waterfront, and the staff will help you explore the local gay scene and the LGBTQ+ culture. Some of Expedia's LGBTQ-friendly hotels go the extra mile and offer wedding ceremonies and honeymoon packages for same-sex couples.