The 10 Best Hotels Near East Beach, Santa Barbara from CA $192

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

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

A green door with a number '4' on the wall beside it.

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

1. Casa Jardin

Laguna, 2.9 km from East Beach

Yessica

CA $190

CA $319 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

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

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

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

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.

2. Marina Beach Hotel

West Beach, 2.4 km from East Beach

Amy

CA $293

CA $334 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

A white building with a red-tiled roof, a covered entrance, and a garden with various plants.

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.

3. Casa De La Vina

2.7 km from East Beach

Richard

CA $263

CA $402 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 star-shaped hanging light fixture in a white-walled room with an arched ceiling.

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 $290

CA $433 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

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

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

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

5. Casa Yano by The Beach

West Beach, 2.3 km from East Beach

Brynn

CA $347

CA $538 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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

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

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

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

6. La Playa Inn

West Beach, 2.5 km from East Beach

Greer

CA $327

CA $373 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

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.

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

7. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 2.5 km from East Beach

Mark

CA $313

CA $364 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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

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

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

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

8. Palihouse Santa Barbara

2.7 km from East Beach

sonia

CA $552

CA $630 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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 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.

A breakfast bar with various food items, beverages, and a coffee machine.

9. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 2.3 km from East Beach

Richard

CA $289

CA $330 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

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

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.

10. The Franciscan Hotel

West Beach, 2.4 km from East Beach

Naomi

CA $263

CA $299 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

11. 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 28 - Sep 29

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

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

A lobby with a wooden floor, two patterned armchairs, a small table, and a wall with three framed pictures.

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

12. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

West Beach, 2.5 km from East Beach

Julia

CA $201

CA $240 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

A coastal hotel with a courtyard, palm trees, and a view of the beach and ocean.

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

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

13. Hotel Californian

The Funk Zone, 1.9 km from East Beach

Tricia

CA $865

CA $1,091 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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

A marina with parked cars and boats, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

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

14. Beachside Inn

West Beach, 2.4 km from East Beach

Rosslyn

CA $209

CA $239 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A coastal road leading to a pier with a view of the ocean and beach.

A modern building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a school bus parked nearby.

A building with a central courtyard, surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.

A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop, a blue chair, and a television mounted on the wall.

15. ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

Lower State, 2.1 km from East Beach

Prahlad

CA $168

CA $192 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

An outdoor patio with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by lush tropical plants.

A building with a sign reading "26 EAST HAY".

A beach with a calm sea, a crescent moon, and palm trees in the distance.

A street with a pedestrian crossing, palm trees, and a building with a tiled roof.

16. Haley Hotel

Lower State, 2.3 km from East Beach

Diana

CA $207

CA $250 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a large island with bar stools, a stainless steel range hood, and a built-in oven.

A bedroom with a large bed, a fireplace, and a view of the outdoors.

A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a television. There is a balcony with curtains and a view of buildings.

17. Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

East Beach, 0.3 km from East Beach

Reiko

CA $222

CA $254 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A patio with a sofa and a small table, surrounded by potted plants and a wooden deck.

A bar area with a high ceiling, bar stools, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a TV, and a bookshelf.

A spacious living area with a fireplace, a sofa, and a coffee table. There is a staircase leading to an upper level.

18. Montecito Inn

2.7 km from East Beach

Seema

CA $234

CA $324 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and a pool.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

A rooftop patio with a fireplace, outdoor seating, and a pergola.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

19. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Downtown Santa Barbara, 3.1 km from East Beach

Paul

CA $481

CA $619 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern living room with a white desk, a computer, a sofa, and a fireplace.

A two-story house with large windows, a front porch, and a well-maintained garden.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, white walls, a sloped ceiling, a window with a view of trees, and bedside lamps.

A bright, sunlit room with large windows, white furniture, and a checkered floor.

20. Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Santa Barbara Beach, 2.7 km from East Beach

Elliott

CA $222

CA $254 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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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
Casa De La Vina	9.8 Exceptional 210 reviews	View
Casa Riviera	9.8 Exceptional 303 reviews	View
Casa Yano by The Beach	9.8 Exceptional 17 reviews	View

Top East Beach Hotel Reviews

The Franciscan Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, updated, convenient, bikes complimentary and breakfast. Kitchenette is super helpful as well as utensils, and a heating plate. Have only good things to say. About a block from the ocean and super close to state st."

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

8/10 Good

"The room was clean for the most part but I did find hair in the shower and some stains on a towel. There was also a large crack on the shower wall but overall everything seemed clean. I did wipe down surfaces on my own to double check. I did think the TV was a bit odd as it lists Netflix, YouTube and Chromecast but upon asking Front Desk they said they are not accessible. Not a huge deal but just odd. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful though and the AC was fantastic during the heat wave."

The Milo

8/10 Good

"The hotel has an amazing history, great location, cool amenities. The rooms are in need of some maintenance, the pool deck could use a good pressure washing of the loose gravel, but overall it was a fun trip."

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"parking for guests, clean room, and staff were very friendly"

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."

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

10/10 Excellent

"This motel 6 is a dream! It’s clean, gorgeous, close to the beach, the staff is lovely and it’s quiet and tucked away in a lovely area of town. Will definitely be back since everything was truly perfect!"

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."

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."

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."

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, 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. Casa De La Vina

4. Casa Riviera

5. Casa Yano by The Beach

6. La Playa Inn

7. Hotel Santa Barbara

8. Palihouse Santa Barbara

9. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

10. The Franciscan Hotel

11. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

12. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

13. Hotel Californian

14. Beachside Inn

15. ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

16. Haley Hotel

17. Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

18. Montecito Inn

19. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

20. Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

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Top East Beach Hotel Reviews

The Franciscan Hotel

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

The Milo

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

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

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Santa Barbara Inn

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

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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