The 10 Best Hotels Near Santa Barbara Harbor, Santa Barbara from CA $268

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A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a large window.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island with stools, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements and potted plants.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, large windows, and a view of greenery.

1. Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel

2.1 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

David

CA $216

CA $352 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

2. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 2.2 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Maria

CA $185

CA $317 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 with a patio area, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden with flowers and palm trees.

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.

3. Marina Beach Hotel

West Beach, 0.4 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

hampton

CA $276

CA $315 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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 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.

4. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 1.9 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Matthew

CA $254

CA $395 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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.

5. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

1.1 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Jhoana

CA $228

CA $366 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small round table, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

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

6. Harbor House Inn

West Beach, 0.4 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Abby

CA $271

CA $309 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A wooden porch with steps leading to a door marked 'Tack Room,' a bench, and potted plants.

A room with a sloped ceiling, a bed with a white bedspread, a leather sofa, a wooden table, and a lamp.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofa, wooden coffee table, and a potted plant.

A bedroom with a bed, a dining table with chairs, a chandelier, and a view through a door.

7. Simpson House Inn

Upper East, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Victor

CA $416

CA $570 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 dining room with a fireplace, a chandelier, and a kitchen area with cabinets and a microwave.

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

8. La Playa Inn

West Beach, 0.5 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Nick

CA $314

CA $358 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 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.

9. Casa Yano by The Beach

West Beach, 0.6 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Jacob

CA $341

CA $535 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

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

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.

10. Beach House Inn

West Beach, 0.6 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Tim

CA $269

CA $307 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A two-story house with a porch, a garage, and a white picket fence.

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a large mirror reflecting the room.

A bathroom with a large mirror, double sink vanity, and a window seat with a view of greenery.

A house with a covered porch, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a lawn.

11. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Oak Park, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Raymond

CA $293

CA $334 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

12. Palihouse Santa Barbara

2 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Maria

CA $570

CA $651 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.

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

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.

13. The Franciscan Hotel

West Beach, 0.4 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

HEIDI

CA $235

CA $268 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A patio area with outdoor seating, including tables and chairs, and a blue umbrella.

A cozy living room with a bookshelf, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a red sofa.

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

A house with a porch, a sign for '1720 the Bath Street Inn Bed & Breakfast', and a flag.

14. Bath Street Inn

Oak Park, 3 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Joanne

CA $312

CA $363 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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 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.

15. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 1.3 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Karri

CA $324

CA $377 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

16. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 0.3 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Amanda

CA $326

CA $371 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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

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

17. Santa Barbara Inn

East Beach, 2.1 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

melanie

CA $379

CA $433 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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.

18. Mason Beach Inn

West Beach, 0.4 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Rachita

CA $371

CA $432 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

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

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

A cozy living room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a view of the outdoors.

19. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Richard

CA $392

CA $447 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A bedroom with a fireplace, a bed, a TV, and a window with curtains.

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.

20. The Eagle Inn

West Beach, 0.5 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Julian

CA $372

CA $424 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Barbara Harbor

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel	10.0 Exceptional 7 reviews	View
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 313 reviews	View
Marina Beach Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,186 reviews	View
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 329 reviews	View
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 220 reviews	View

Top Santa Barbara Harbor Hotel Reviews

Hotel Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"Such a great hotel in perfect location! Staff excellent, will be back again."

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

8/10 Good

"Suite was spacious and clean, neighbourhood fairly quiet."

Inn By The Harbor

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel! Spacious rooms. Additional perk was breakfast included. I would stay again."

La Playa Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, super friendly staff, very clean and updated rooms"

Lavender Inn by the Sea

10/10 Excellent

"Nice clean hotel and would stay here again."

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

10/10 Excellent

"This was my first time staying at a hostel. It was a great experience!!!! The 3 hostesses that I met were amazing!!!!!"

Harbor View Inn

8/10 Good

"I was not aware that there is a separate building a block away from the hotel, lobby, pool and all amenities. It is not on the property so you have no lobby there and nothing is convenient. The room was beautiful and new but I would have liked to know that we weren’t on property"

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A beach with palm trees and a clear blue sky.

West Beach

9.6/10 (10 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, West Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Santa Barbara. Stroll along the seaside 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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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 two-story building with a beige facade, large windows, and a balcony.

Santa Barbara City College

8.8/10 (522 reviews)

Walk around the campus at Santa Barbara City College during your stay in Santa Barbara. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

9.6/10 (9 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Santa Barbara Maritime Museum during your trip to Santa Barbara. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

9.0/10 (6 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center and enjoy the biking trails in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Carriage and Western Art Museum

8.4/10 (5 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Carriage and Western Art Museum in Santa Barbara. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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Santa Barbara Carriage Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Santa Barbara Carriage Museum during your trip to Santa Barbara. 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 Santa Barbara Harbor?

Santa Barbara Harbor is located in Santa Barbara. This welcoming area is known for its beautiful beaches and biking. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 237 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Santa Barbara Harbor?

Adjacent to Santa Barbara Harbor, Beachside Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other good choices close by include Hotel Santa Barbara and Avania Inn of Santa Barbara.

How many hotels will I find close to Santa Barbara Harbor?

Expedia has 237 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Santa Barbara Harbor.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Barbara Harbor, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Santa Barbara Harbor.

What can I see and do near Santa Barbara Harbor?

Presidio Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Mission Santa Barbara, El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, and Hill-Carrillo Adobe are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can check out the local talent at Lobero Theater, Arlington Theater, and Santa Barbara Bowl.

How can I get to Santa Barbara Harbor?

If you're hopping a train into the city, Santa Barbara Station is the closest stop to Santa Barbara Beach. There may not be many public transit options near Santa Barbara Harbor so consider renting a car to see more of the area.

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Our top choices for Santa Barbara Harbor hotels

1. Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel

2. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

3. Marina Beach Hotel

4. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

5. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

6. Harbor House Inn

7. Simpson House Inn

8. La Playa Inn

9. Casa Yano by The Beach

10. Beach House Inn

11. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

12. Palihouse Santa Barbara

13. The Franciscan Hotel

14. Bath Street Inn

15. Hotel Santa Barbara

16. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

17. Santa Barbara Inn

18. Mason Beach Inn

19. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

20. The Eagle Inn

Compare popular hotels close to Santa Barbara Harbor

Top Santa Barbara Harbor Hotel Reviews

Hotel Santa Barbara

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Inn By The Harbor

La Playa Inn

Lavender Inn by the Sea

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

Harbor View Inn

Other attractions near Santa Barbara Harbor

West Beach

Stearns Wharf

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Santa Barbara City College

Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

Carriage and Western Art Museum

Santa Barbara Carriage Museum

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