The 10 Best Hotels Near East Beach, Santa Barbara from CA $193

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A parking lot with white buildings and trees in the background.

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1. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 2.9 km from East Beach

Maria

CA $175

CA $304 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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

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.

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

2. Marina Beach Hotel

West Beach, 2.4 km from East Beach

Lori

CA $280

CA $320 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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

A modern entrance with a glass door, a potted plant, and a number '8' on the wall.

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

3. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

2.7 km from East Beach

Jhoana

CA $224

CA $361 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

4. La Playa Inn

West Beach, 2.5 km from East Beach

Nick

CA $313

CA $357 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

A building with a staircase leading to a door marked with the number 6.

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden dresser, a sliding door, and a wall-mounted TV displaying a surfer.

5. Beach House Inn

West Beach, 2.5 km from East Beach

Tim

CA $237

CA $270 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through a glass door to the outdoors.

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

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.

6. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 2.5 km from East Beach

Matthew

CA $242

CA $381 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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

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.

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

Jacob

CA $273

CA $458 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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 large, historic building with arched windows and a central tower, surrounded by palm trees.

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

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

8. Santa Barbara Inn

East Beach, 0.3 km from East Beach

melanie

CA $382

CA $436 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Three bottles of PHILOSOPHYOS shower gel, shampoo, and conditioner on a white sink with a floral wallpaper background.

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

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

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

9. Palihouse Santa Barbara

2.7 km from East Beach

Maria

CA $568

CA $649 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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 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

HEIDI

CA $244

CA $279 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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.

11. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 2.3 km from East Beach

Amanda

CA $325

CA $370 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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

12. Mason Beach Inn

West Beach, 2.4 km from East Beach

Rachita

CA $371

CA $432 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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.

13. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 2.5 km from East Beach

Karri

CA $323

CA $375 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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.

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

14. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 2.6 km from East Beach

Richard

CA $392

CA $448 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A room with a wooden desk, a chair, a table with a vase of flowers, a bottle of champagne, and a large sunburst mirror on the wall.

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

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.

15. The Eagle Inn

West Beach, 2.4 km from East Beach

Michele

CA $371

CA $423 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Two Adirondack chairs facing a small table on a balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

A beach view with palm trees and a clear sky.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

A motel sign with a large number '6' and the word 'Motel' on a wooden board.

16. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

East Beach, 0.2 km from East Beach

Tammy

CA $169

CA $193 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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.

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

17. Inn By The Harbor

West Beach, 2.7 km from East Beach

emiliano

CA $364

CA $415 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

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

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

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.

18. Lavender Inn by the Sea

West Beach, 2.5 km from East Beach

Brandon

CA $317

CA $362 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 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.

19. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

West Beach, 2.5 km from East Beach

Joseph

CA $183

CA $220 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

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

20. Harbor View Inn

West Beach, 2 km from East Beach

Jodi

CA $441

CA $502 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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Compare popular hotels close to East Beach

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 314 reviews	View
Marina Beach Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,189 reviews	View
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 220 reviews	View
La Playa Inn	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Beach House Inn	9.6 Exceptional 17 reviews	View

Top East Beach Hotel Reviews

Hotel Santa Barbara

8/10 Good

"like the location across from the Del Hotel..easy to cross street to take advantage of the Del and its restaurants.. the Glorietta Inn is a basic hotel..decent breakfast..nice view across from the bay and sailboats..the pool could use more umbrellas specially since it was so hot... the housekeeping is only every other day .. what is great is the fact that you are on Orange road and its many shops and restaurants. so great location.."

The Inn at East Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, helpful staff, price reflects the quality. However, no AC is tough to endure."

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

8/10 Good

"Good location close to the water front. Main area for restaurants around 15min walk. Loved the marina area which is very close to the hotel. They offer complimentary breakfast which is more than adequate. Good stay overall."

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

8/10 Good

"Decent hotel. Had a few rooms for a wedding and the wedding couple. Aswith It’s hotels, remote communication is difficult. Wanted to set room up for wedding couple with fruit or something nice ., never accomplished after a few phone calls"

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing hotel. Helpful staff."

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"Small but clean room. The bathroom showed a little age and wear, but nothing major. Easy walk to the beach, and the pool was nice. The staff were all extremely friendly and helpful!"

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

8/10 Good

"Overall very nice, the backyard makes it and cant beat the location. a/c helps cool the front room but be prepped with just fans for the rooms."

Palmoro House

10/10 Excellent

"It’s cool annex spot w access to all amenities in main hotel. Would recommend"

Charming 229-sq-ft studio near Stearns Wharf & 1 block to famed East Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Cozy stay for a reasonable price. The location was fantastic and a short walk to the beach. The communication was fast and accurate so checking in or asking questions came with quick response. The property was clean, cozy, and had everything I needed for a short stay. I’d love to book again in future trips to Santa Barbara!"

Other attractions near East Beach

An elephant in a zoo enclosure with a rocky background and mountains in the distance.

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 69 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 Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach and Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort.

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

Expedia has 69 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 Hill-Carrillo Adobe 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, a ZenStay Hotel

2. Marina Beach Hotel

3. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

4. La Playa Inn

5. Beach House Inn

6. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

7. Casa Yano by The Beach

8. Santa Barbara Inn

9. Palihouse Santa Barbara

10. The Franciscan Hotel

11. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

12. Mason Beach Inn

13. Hotel Santa Barbara

14. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

15. The Eagle Inn

16. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

17. Inn By The Harbor

18. Lavender Inn by the Sea

19. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

20. Harbor View Inn

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Top East Beach Hotel Reviews

Hotel Santa Barbara

The Inn at East Beach

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

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

Palmoro House

Charming 229-sq-ft studio near Stearns Wharf & 1 block to famed East Beach

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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