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

A marina with numerous boats docked, a pier extending into the water, and a backdrop of mountains and a sunset sky.

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

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a wooden 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 $229

CA $366 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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.

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.

2. Marina Beach Hotel

West Beach, 0.4 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Lori

CA $236

CA $269 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A compact kitchen with a white countertop, a stainless steel sink, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a shelf with glassware and a framed picture.

A laundry room with two stacked washing machines and a mirror on the wall.

A neatly made bed with white and gray bedding, a wooden headboard, a framed abstract artwork, a modern floor lamp, and a glass side table with a black chair.

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

3. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 2.2 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Maria

CA $139

CA $263 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 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.

4. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

1.1 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Jhoana

CA $203

CA $336 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 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.

5. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 1.9 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Matthew

CA $257

CA $398 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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 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.

6. Harbor House Inn

West Beach, 0.4 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

James

CA $229

CA $261 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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 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.

7. Casa Yano by The Beach

West Beach, 0.6 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Jacob

CA $305

CA $493 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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

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

A house with a bay window, a porch, and a garden with various plants and flowers.

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

8. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Oak Park, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Raymond

CA $387

CA $442 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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.

9. Palihouse Santa Barbara

2 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Maria

CA $566

CA $646 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.

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.

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.

10. The Franciscan Hotel

West Beach, 0.4 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Bob

CA $196

CA $223 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

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

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.

11. Santa Barbara Inn

East Beach, 2.1 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

melanie

CA $409

CA $467 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

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.

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

12. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 1.3 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Morgan

CA $313

CA $364 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 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.

13. Mason Beach Inn

West Beach, 0.4 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Rachita

CA $294

CA $345 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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.

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

14. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 0.3 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Amanda

CA $321

CA $366 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

A living room with a TV, a painting, and a red chair with a patterned pillow.

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".

15. Castillo Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 0.4 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Wesley

CA $211

CA $241 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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

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

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

16. The Eagle Inn

West Beach, 0.5 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Brian

CA $311

CA $355 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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

17. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

West Beach, 0.5 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Anne

CA $180

CA $216 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A bright kitchen with large windows, wicker furniture, and a wooden countertop.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with wicker furniture, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A house with a porch, a small garden, and a mailbox.

A two-story house with a covered porch, a small garden, and a brick pathway.

18. The Upham Hotel

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, 2.5 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Rana

CA $345

CA $393 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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

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

A waterfront hotel with a reflective pool, a pedestrian bridge, and a view of mountains in the background.

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

19. Harbor View Inn

West Beach, 0.5 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Mario

CA $403

CA $459 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, two surfboards, a 'Welcome' sign, and an orange sofa.

A beach view with palm trees and a clear sky.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

20. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

East Beach, 2.2 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Kellie

CA $169

CA $192 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 9 reviews	View
Marina Beach Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,194 reviews	View
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 317 reviews	View
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 224 reviews	View
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 341 reviews	View

Top Santa Barbara Harbor Hotel Reviews

Marina Beach Hotel

8/10 Good

"Marina Beach is small but I found it a pleasant place to stay. The room is small but what is offered in-room is big: kitchenette, etc. The staff couldn't be nicer. I've stayed at very high end hotels where the staff makes me want to cancel my reservation. Here, they make one feel like they're glad we are here and they want to make our stay the best."

Inn By The Harbor

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was very cute clean and well-maintained. The breakfast they offered was wonderful. I had a great outdoor area to sit and eat or just relax and have a cocktail."

Hotel Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"They did a great remodel and it’s a great choice now. Will be heading back!"

The Franciscan Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The Franciscan was an excellent choice for our stopover in Santa Barbara. Staff was excellent, beds were the comfiest hotel beds ever, grounds were beautiful, and it was the perfect location to walk to the beach and pier. They even have bicycles to use!"

Riviera Beach House

8/10 Good

"This is in a great location close to lots of restaurants, coffee shops, and bars. But for what you’re paying, it’s insane not to have a real shower. It’s just a “wet room” where there is a shower head and shower curtain but then the water goes everywhere. Prepare to have a soaking wet bathroom your entire stay. Cute hotel but would not book again."

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean property and facilities. Friendly staff"

Other attractions near Santa Barbara Harbor

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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MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation

2.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, a museum with a storied past, during your travels 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. Marina Beach Hotel

3. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

4. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

5. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

6. Harbor House Inn

7. Casa Yano by The Beach

8. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

9. Palihouse Santa Barbara

10. The Franciscan Hotel

11. Santa Barbara Inn

12. Hotel Santa Barbara

13. Mason Beach Inn

14. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

15. Castillo Inn at the Beach

16. The Eagle Inn

17. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

18. The Upham Hotel

19. Harbor View Inn

20. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Compare popular hotels close to Santa Barbara Harbor

Top Santa Barbara Harbor Hotel Reviews

Marina Beach Hotel

Inn By The Harbor

Hotel Santa Barbara

The Franciscan Hotel

Riviera Beach House

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

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

MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation

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