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Our top choices for Waterfront hotels

A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, overlooking a runway and palm trees.

1. Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
East Beach, 0.5 km from Waterfront
7.6 out of 10, Good, (485 reviews)
"Chessboard & the pool and of course the beautiful view were the highlights of our visit!"
United States
John
The price is ฿7,667
฿10,261 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
A resort with a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees, a beach view, and a well-maintained lawn.

2. Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
West Beach, 0.9 km from Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"The hotel is in a great location, was clean and all facilities were nice."
United States
Jodi
The price is ฿10,394
฿11,850 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Harbor View Inn
A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."

3. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.3 km from Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,120 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay!"
United States
Amanda
The price is ฿8,250
฿9,405 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

4. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Lower State, 1.5 km from Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,522 reviews)
"Loved this hotel, staff, location everything was wonderful"
United States
Karri
The price is ฿8,126
฿9,449 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hotel Santa Barbara
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.

5. Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
East Beach, 0.9 km from Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location and pool and restaurant"
United States
melanie
The price is ฿9,690
฿11,069 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Santa Barbara Inn
A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".

6. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.4 km from Waterfront
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Amazing stay and great location!"
United States
Nick
The price is ฿6,643
฿7,574 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
La Playa Inn
A patio with striped sofas and a table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and flowers.

7. The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
West Beach, 1.1 km from Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,620 reviews)
"The location was amazing. Our room was so clean and the staff was fantastic"
United States
Susan
The price is ฿9,221
฿10,530 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
The Milo
A white building with a sign reading "Mason Beach Inn" and a balcony with a railing.

8. Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.3 km from Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Great hotel and location!"
United States
Rachita
The price is ฿8,721
฿10,160 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Mason Beach Inn
A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and white buildings with arches.

9. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Lower State, 1.4 km from Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Very nice and clean hotel."
United States
Irina
The price is ฿6,846
฿7,818 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.

10. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.3 km from Waterfront
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,195 reviews)
"Stay was great, love the place"
United States
Lori
The price is ฿5,558
฿6,336 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Marina Beach Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand.

11. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.4 km from Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,432 reviews)
"Great location and clean facilities. Staff was very helpful and check in went smoothly"
United States
Anthony
The price is ฿4,798
฿5,731 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

12. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1.5 km from Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,462 reviews)
"Good location and friendly staff."
United States
Richard
The price is ฿8,485
฿9,689 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

13. Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House
3.5 star property
The Funk Zone, 0.9 km from Waterfront
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Thank you for such a great stay, loved it!"
United States
Trent
The price is ฿5,541
฿6,327 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Riviera Beach House
An outdoor patio area with stone flooring, wooden chairs, and tables. There are palm trees and a decorative stone wall with a statue.

14. The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.3 km from Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,315 reviews)
"Great staff, excellent breakfast options, easy parking and comfy rooms."
United States
Bob
The price is ฿4,647
฿5,297 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
The Franciscan Hotel
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and large windows.

15. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
Lower State, 1.4 km from Waterfront
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (503 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Emeterio
The price is ฿8,419
฿9,615 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
A bright kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a view through glass doors to an outdoor patio.

16. Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1.4 km from Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,351 reviews)
"Great location, close to beach, grounds well kept and very clean rooms. Stayed here multiple times and will continue."
United States
Brandon
The price is ฿7,487
฿8,549 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Lavender Inn by the Sea
A modern living room with two grey sofas, a small woven stool, and a large wall clock.

17. Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.3 km from Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,309 reviews)
"The room was super clean, staff was very helpful and we were in walking distance to everything. I will definitely book here again."
United States
ARKIMBERLEY
The price is ฿6,020
฿6,875 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Beachside Inn
A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and wooden cabinetry.

18. Moxy Santa Barbara

Moxy Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
The Funk Zone, 1 km from Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (824 reviews)
"noisy because it is near 101 and expensive"
United States
Hongtao
The price is ฿8,237
฿9,406 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Moxy Santa Barbara
A large, two-story building with a tiled roof, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

19. Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1.6 km from Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,952 reviews)
"Pleasant stay with excellent breakfast."
United States
emiliano
The price is ฿8,162
฿9,320 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Inn By The Harbor
A coastal house with a red roof, surrounded by palm trees and a mountain backdrop.

20. Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.2 km from Waterfront
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Cozy and cool property just a block away from the harbor. Great location to"
United States
James
The price is ฿9,694
฿11,050 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Harbor House Inn
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Where to stay in Waterfront

Find the best Waterfront areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal town with a pier extending into the ocean, a beach, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.

Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and West Beach.

A beach with a pier, buildings, and mountains in the background.

Montecito

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.

A white colonial building with a bell tower, surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.

Downtown Santa Barbara

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.

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West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.

A beach with palm trees, a pier, and the ocean at sunset.

East Beach

East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

Top Waterfront Hotel Reviews

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Great place!"
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Frequently asked questions

What is Waterfront like?
Travellers to the Waterfront neighbourhood in Santa Barbara will be sure to enjoy their stay. Make sure that you visit West Beach and East Beach as part of your Waterfront travel plans.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Waterfront, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals in Waterfront.
What is there to do around this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?
West Beach, East Beach and Leadbetter Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay in Waterfront. You could also plan a visit to Santa Barbara Harbor or Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center while you're in the neighbourhood. Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Art Foundry are just a few of the places to visit in and around Waterfront. MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Reagan Ranch Center are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara.