The 10 Best Hotels Near East Beach, Santa Barbara from CA $251

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

An aerial view of a swimming pool surrounded by white umbrellas and lounge chairs, with palm trees and a tiled deck.

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

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.

1. Marina Beach Hotel

West Beach, 2.4 km from East Beach

Amy

CA $297

CA $338 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, a mirror, and a wardrobe.

A narrow hallway with white walls and a wooden floor. There is a door with a window on the left, a light switch on the right, and a ceiling vent.

A white utility shed with a door labeled "AIR MACHINE" next to a dense green hedge.

A door with a glass panel reflecting a building and a number '1' on the wall.

2. Casa Jardin

Laguna, 2.9 km from East Beach

Yessica

CA $214

CA $347 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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 modern hotel bathroom with a large mirror, vanity, and a vase of flowers.

3. Casa De La Vina

2.7 km from East Beach

Richard

CA $270

CA $410 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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 hallway leading to a living area with a sofa, a small table, and a view of greenery outside.

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

4. Casa Riviera

Laguna, 2.5 km from East Beach

Monica

CA $292

CA $436 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a vase with flowers, and a view of the outdoors through the windows.

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

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

5. Casa Yano by The Beach

West Beach, 2.3 km from East Beach

Julie

CA $421

CA $621 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".

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.

A corridor with a central staircase, outdoor seating, and lanterns.

A dining room with a fireplace, a chandelier, and a kitchen area with cabinets and a microwave.

6. La Playa Inn

West Beach, 2.5 km from East Beach

Greer

CA $351

CA $400 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, potted plants, and a small pool.

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

A hallway with a checkered curtain, a framed artwork, a bench, a potted plant, and a wooden cabinet with handles.

7. Palihouse Santa Barbara

2.7 km from East Beach

sonia

CA $552

CA $630 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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.

A dining area with a wooden table, grey chairs, a black floor lamp, and a cityscape painting on the wall.

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining table with chairs. There is a kitchen in the background with white cabinets and a television mounted on the wall.

8. The Franciscan Hotel

West Beach, 2.4 km from East Beach

Naomi

CA $287

CA $327 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A white building with a sign reading "Mason Beach Inn" and a balcony with a railing.

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

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a framed quote on the wall, and a large potted plant.

A covered outdoor area with a pergola, steps leading to a door labeled "Office," and lush greenery including large plants and flowering bushes.

9. Mason Beach Inn

West Beach, 2.4 km from East Beach

Rachita

CA $340

CA $397 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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.

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a bench. There are two doors leading to a balcony, and a chandelier hangs from the ceiling.

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

10. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 2.6 km from East Beach

Liad

CA $329

CA $375 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

A bar area with a high ceiling and skylight, wooden flooring, and a bar counter with stools.

A spacious dining area with a central island, round tables, and comfortable seating.

A room with a wooden floor, two brown armchairs, a round table with a book and a plant, a framed painting on the wall, and a wooden door with intricate carvings.

11. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 2.5 km from East Beach

Veronica

CA $314

CA $365 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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.

12. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 2.3 km from East Beach

Amanda

CA $327

CA $373 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

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

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

A modern building with a courtyard, outdoor seating, and a fire feature.

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

13. Beach House Inn

West Beach, 2.5 km from East Beach

Sharon

CA $252

CA $288 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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.

14. The Eagle Inn

West Beach, 2.4 km from East Beach

Julian

CA $397

CA $453 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

A building with a sign reading "Castillo Inn at the Beach" indicating a hotel.

A hotel reception desk with a computer monitor, a newspaper, and a sign stating "NO PETS - NO CHECKS - NO LATE CHECK-OUTS".

A patio with a round table, chairs, and a red umbrella. There are potted plants and a surfboard visible.

15. Castillo Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 2.5 km from East Beach

Abraham

CA $219

CA $251 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A large, two-story building with a tiled roof, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

A table with a pitcher, wine glasses, and snacks by a window with a view of palm trees and a building.

A pathway flanked by lush greenery and palm trees, leading to a building with a tiled roof.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a pergola with vines, and a view of greenery.

16. Inn By The Harbor

West Beach, 2.7 km from East Beach

Amanda

CA $315

CA $360 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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

A table with a pitcher of dark liquid, a clear pitcher, and glasses, along with small bowls of pretzels and nuts.

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

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

17. Lavender Inn by the Sea

West Beach, 2.5 km from East Beach

Omar

CA $319

CA $365 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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

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 building entrance with a set of stairs leading up to a door marked with the number 128.

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

18. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

West Beach, 2.5 km from East Beach

Julia

CA $225

CA $267 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, palm trees, and a view of buildings in the background.

A lobby with a central seating area, a patterned floor, and a decorative ceiling.

A restaurant interior with hexagonal patterned flooring, wooden tables and chairs, a bar area with a counter, and a menu board on the wall.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a clear view of the ocean, and palm trees.

19. Hotel Californian

The Funk Zone, 1.9 km from East Beach

Tricia

CA $792

CA $1,007 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern living room with two grey sofas, a small woven stool, and a large wall clock.

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table with a lamp, and a large window offering a view of the beach and palm trees.

A spacious lobby with large windows, comfortable seating, a reception desk, and a bookshelf.

A balcony with two chairs and a small table, overlooking a marina with boats and palm trees.

20. Beachside Inn

West Beach, 2.4 km from East Beach

Rebecca

CA $239

CA $273 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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Compare popular hotels close to East Beach

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Marina Beach Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,173 reviews	View
Casa Jardin	9.8 Exceptional 302 reviews	View
Casa De La Vina	9.8 Exceptional 214 reviews	View
Casa Riviera	9.8 Exceptional 307 reviews	View
Casa Yano by The Beach	9.8 Exceptional 17 reviews	View

Top East Beach Hotel Reviews

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

8/10 Good

"Overall we had a very pleasant stay and would happily go back. The bed was very comfortable and the shower was good. The continental breakfast was plentiful."

The Milo

10/10 Excellent

"It’s our families go to hotel!"

The Inn at East Beach

10/10 Excellent

"This location has character. Immediately I thought of a 1950's scene from a movie where the pool is basically the center point of the hotel. Upon review this hotel opened in 1950. We arrived way before check in. Wanted to see if we could park and maybe have access to the pool. The front desk clerk, Chris, was very helpful. There was a room ready and he checked us in. It was a fun impromptu stay."

Beachside Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Was pleasantly surprised by the condition of the property, the pleasant staff and cleanliness and size of the room. Free breakfast was also nice. The property is beachfront, not too far from local interests. I would return."

Santa Barbara Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Our room was very spacious and so was the bathroom. We had a pleasant view of the coastline across the street as we ate in our patio. The fitness center was clean and sizeable enough. As a guest, coffee and tea need to be at the same quality as the quality of the accommodations. We had one issue and the front desk resolved it immediately. I would stay here again. The location was perfect for a sunset stroll or a run to the lagoon."

Steps to the Sand: Enjoy beach views & a private fenced yard. Great for families

10/10 Excellent

"The location was perfect and the home was cozy and charming. Having dedicated parking was a huge bonus. We were there in a heatwave and David, the host, made sure we had fans to cool the back bedrooms where the AC could not reach. No controlling weather, but he did go out of his way to keep us comfortable. We would definitely come back."

Palmoro House

10/10 Excellent

"Nice sister property! Close to the beach and a great pool and hot tub!"

Mariposa- One Bedroom Flat; sweet getaway by the Beach! newly renovated beauty

8/10 Good

"Very cute & quiet place, great location. Super comfortable bed.I would stay here again"

Other attractions near East Beach

A giraffe with a patterned coat and a brown mane, set against a backdrop of lush greenery and a clear blue sky.

Santa Barbara Zoo

9.0/10 (1,101 reviews)

Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call Santa Barbara Zoo home during your trip to Santa Barbara? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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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)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center during your travels in Santa Barbara. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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A pier with lights reflecting on the water, a flag, and buildings in the background.

Stearns Wharf

9.0/10 (4,143 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Stearns Wharf and enjoy other activities such as biking in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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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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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 waterfront or seek out the biking trails.

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Municipal Tennis Center

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

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around East Beach?

East Beach is located in Santa Barbara. This welcoming area is known for its beautiful beaches and popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 66 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near East Beach?

Adjacent to East Beach, Santa Barbara Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices within a short distance include Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort and Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to East Beach?

Expedia has 66 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from East Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near East Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near East Beach.

What can I see and do near East Beach?

You'll want to browse the collections at Presidio Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation. Mission Santa Barbara, El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, and Rafael Gonzalez House are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around East Beach. You can watch performances at Santa Barbara Bowl, Arlington Theater, and Lobero Theater if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to East Beach?

If you're hopping a train into the city, Santa Barbara Station is the closest station to Santa Barbara Beach. There may not be many public transportation choices near by East Beach so consider renting a car to see more of the area.

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Our top choices for East Beach hotels

1. Marina Beach Hotel

2. Casa Jardin

3. Casa De La Vina

4. Casa Riviera

5. Casa Yano by The Beach

6. La Playa Inn

7. Palihouse Santa Barbara

8. The Franciscan Hotel

9. Mason Beach Inn

10. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

11. Hotel Santa Barbara

12. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

13. Beach House Inn

14. The Eagle Inn

15. Castillo Inn at the Beach

16. Inn By The Harbor

17. Lavender Inn by the Sea

18. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

19. Hotel Californian

20. Beachside Inn

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Top East Beach Hotel Reviews

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

The Milo

The Inn at East Beach

Beachside Inn

Santa Barbara Inn

Steps to the Sand: Enjoy beach views & a private fenced yard. Great for families

Palmoro House

Mariposa- One Bedroom Flat; sweet getaway by the Beach! newly renovated beauty

Other attractions near East Beach

Santa Barbara Zoo

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Stearns Wharf

Cabrillo Bike Path

Cabrillo Pavillion

Municipal Tennis Center

Andree Clark Bird Refuge

Chase Palm Park

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