The 10 Best Hotels Near East Beach, Santa Barbara from CA $247

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A hotel room with two beds, a glass table, and a framed picture on the wall.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and a sink.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, a kitchen with appliances, and a large picture of a beach scene.

1. Casa Jardin

Laguna, 2.9 km from East Beach

Yessica

CA $206

CA $338 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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

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.

A marina with numerous boats docked, calm water, and clear skies.

2. Marina Beach Hotel

West Beach, 2.4 km from East Beach

Amy

CA $295

CA $336 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A coastal house with a red roof, surrounded by palm trees and a mountain backdrop.

A house with a patio area featuring wicker furniture and potted plants.

A coastal road with palm trees, a beach, and a parking lot with vehicles.

A bathroom with white tiled walls, a showerhead, and a shelf with toiletries.

3. Harbor House Inn

West Beach, 2.3 km from East Beach

Katrin

CA $343

CA $391 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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 star-shaped hanging light fixture in a white-walled room with an arched ceiling.

4. Casa Riviera

Laguna, 2.5 km from East Beach

Monica

CA $287

CA $430 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A traditional building with a white facade, arched windows, and a balcony with a railing.

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

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.

5. Casa De La Vina

2.7 km from East Beach

Richard

CA $270

CA $411 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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 hotel corridor with a view of mountains, a palm tree, and a lantern-lit staircase.

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

6. La Playa Inn

West Beach, 2.5 km from East Beach

Greer

CA $328

CA $374 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

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

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

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

7. Casa Yano by The Beach

West Beach, 2.3 km from East Beach

Brynn

CA $356

CA $548 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

A coastal view with a beach, palm trees, and a white building with a red roof.

A spacious room with two sofas facing a glass table, a vase with flowers, and large windows offering a view of the ocean.

8. Santa Barbara Inn

East Beach, 0.3 km from East Beach

Emma

CA $478

CA $546 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

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

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

A living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned armchair.

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

9. Mason Beach Inn

West Beach, 2.4 km from East Beach

Rachita

CA $342

CA $398 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

A reception desk with a wooden wall and a sign that reads "West Beach Inn".

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV. There is a view of palm trees and a marina through the windows.

10. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 2.3 km from East Beach

Richard

CA $290

CA $331 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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 white building with a red roof, a stone wall, and a staircase leading to a door.

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

11. Palihouse Santa Barbara

2.7 km from East Beach

sonia

CA $554

CA $632 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 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.

A hotel reception area with a granite reception desk, black leather chairs, a large flat-screen TV, and a potted orchid.

12. The Franciscan Hotel

West Beach, 2.4 km from East Beach

Naomi

CA $250

CA $285 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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.

A room with two leather chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a balcony with a table and chairs.

13. The Eagle Inn

West Beach, 2.4 km from East Beach

John

CA $300

CA $342 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a covered walkway, and a view of the street.

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.

14. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 2.6 km from East Beach

Liad

CA $345

CA $394 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a ceiling fan, a wall-mounted air conditioner, a picture, and a window with a view.

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

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

15. Beach House Inn

West Beach, 2.5 km from East Beach

Sharon

CA $217

CA $247 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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 modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

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.

16. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 2.5 km from East Beach

Mark

CA $315

CA $366 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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 neatly made bed with a hat and a striped towel, a wooden nightstand with a lamp, and a television on a dresser.

17. Castillo Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 2.5 km from East Beach

Abraham

CA $262

CA $299 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

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

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

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

18. Inn By The Harbor

West Beach, 2.7 km from East Beach

Heidi

CA $316

CA $361 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A resort with a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees, a beach view, and a well-maintained lawn.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with two armchairs and a small table, a patterned wall, and a wooden floor.

A bridge leading to a row of white buildings with balconies, a palm tree, and a brick pathway.

A seaside patio with wicker chairs, a view of the marina, and palm trees.

19. Harbor View Inn

West Beach, 2 km from East Beach

Danielle

CA $443

CA $505 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

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

A hotel with a red roof, multiple balconies, and a parking lot.

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

20. Lavender Inn by the Sea

West Beach, 2.5 km from East Beach

Mike

CA $325

CA $371 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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Compare popular hotels close to East Beach

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Casa Jardin	9.8 Exceptional 301 reviews	View
Marina Beach Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,177 reviews	View
Harbor House Inn	9.8 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Casa Riviera	9.8 Exceptional 301 reviews	View
Casa De La Vina	9.8 Exceptional 210 reviews	View

Top East Beach Hotel Reviews

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"The internet was too slow and the TV kept stopping, and they didn't have a microwave. in the room"

Santa Barbara Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel. Room 3301 - large room with a great partial ocean view. You can hear the waves crashing. Eclectic offerings at the restaurant. Clean room. Liked the 12:00 check out. Great value for the money. Great staff. Highly recommend."

The Franciscan Hotel

8/10 Good

"Great spot! Close to the ocean and down town. The staff was helpful and friendly. The bikes were great to have as well."

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

10/10 Excellent

"I got great service since first showing up. The valet was very friendly and helpful. When going to the front desk, they gave my wife and I a free room upgrade for free. They ask gave great service and Kathleen took care of the 3rd party issues that I got the hotel from. They have a great and comfortable place. My wife loved the bed and the view from the balcony. It was also nice that the valet rented out the bikes for free. I highly recommend this hotel."

The Inn at East Beach

10/10 Excellent

"The shower was very difficult to turn on, the tub could use a good clean. Would have loved a coffee pot/coffee & water cups in the room. We were thankful for the extra fan brought to us as we weren’t expecting such hot weather in California!"

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

8/10 Good

"The property was maintained appropriately. We had an issue with maid service because the card indicating service fell off the door. We were able to get additional towels from the front desk. Unfortunately, there were very active dwellers in the room above us that made it difficult to sleep with constant pounding coming from the ceiling, but that is not the hotel's fault. We parked in the front disabled parking. There is a blue striped island next to the disabled space that is supposed to be free of vehicles, but vehicles were allowed to park there. That is not correct."

Palmoro House

10/10 Excellent

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

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

10/10 Excellent

"Darling cottage by the beach! Walk or bike to everything! Highly recommend!"

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

8/10 Good

"This is a downstairs apartment that is convenient to the beach, walking, restaurants. Jami (The host) was responsive. There is no air conditioning and there is really only one fan that works well. The bed was comfortable."

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 seaside 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, Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and 2 bars. Other good choices within a short distance include Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort and The Inn at East 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 MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, and Reagan Ranch Center. Mission Santa Barbara, El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, and Presidio Santa Barbara are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around East Beach. You can watch performances at Lobero Theater, Santa Barbara Bowl, and Arlington 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. Casa Jardin

2. Marina Beach Hotel

3. Harbor House Inn

4. Casa Riviera

5. Casa De La Vina

6. La Playa Inn

7. Casa Yano by The Beach

8. Santa Barbara Inn

9. Mason Beach Inn

10. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

11. Palihouse Santa Barbara

12. The Franciscan Hotel

13. The Eagle Inn

14. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

15. Beach House Inn

16. Hotel Santa Barbara

17. Castillo Inn at the Beach

18. Inn By The Harbor

19. Harbor View Inn

20. Lavender Inn by the Sea

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Top East Beach Hotel Reviews

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Inn

The Franciscan Hotel

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

The Inn at East Beach

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Palmoro House

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

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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