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1. Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
East Beach, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,010 reviews)
"I loved the location on east beach but even better was the cozy vibe and the superb staff. There’s a very good restaurant on property also. Great stay!"
United States
otieno
The price is CA $578
CA $661 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 14 - Jun 15
Santa Barbara Inn

2. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
East Beach, 0.6 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,384 reviews)
"One of the best motels and super close to the beach, zoo, and everything else."
United States
Olga
The price is CA $231
CA $264 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

3. Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
East Beach, 0.8 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Clean room and super convenient location. The staff are quite friendly as well."
United States
Jamil
The price is CA $267
CA $304 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

4. Casa Yano by The Beach

Casa Yano by The Beach
4.0 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Really nice stay! Modern and very clean. I love how close we were to everything. Walking distance to shops, the harbor and restaurants. The hosts were very nice and the communication was excellent! We will definitely go back."
United States
Kelli
The price is CA $328
CA $517 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Casa Yano by The Beach

5. Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
East Beach, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Such a cute property. Friendly staff, clean, comfortable room and very short walk to the water. Would definitely stay here again."
United States
Teri
The price is CA $235
CA $268 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

6. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,140 reviews)
"We always love staying here when visiting Santa Barbara!"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is CA $363
CA $414 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Marina Beach Hotel

7. The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
East Beach, 0.5 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,013 reviews)
"great location!"
United States
Karen
The price is CA $196
CA $223 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
The Inn at East Beach

8. Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.5 star property
Laguna, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (217 reviews)
"One of my favorite hotels in Santa Barbara"
United States
Alex
The price is CA $265
CA $405 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Casa Riviera

9. Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"The staff was amazing! We had a quiet and very clean room. Walking distance to great breakfast places and the beach. Highly recommend this property!"
United States
Diana
The price is CA $294
CA $336 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 10 - Jun 11
Harbor House Inn

10. Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina
4.0 star property
3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (179 reviews)
"Beautiful clean property, quiet neighborhood and close to Main Street/beaches. We enjoyed the stay!"
United States
Tatyana
The price is CA $220
CA $354 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 10 - Jun 11
Casa De La Vina

11. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location, lots of restaurants nearby and the room and amenities were great."
United States
Elena
The price is CA $356
CA $406 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 9 - Jun 10
La Playa Inn

12. Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin
3.0 star property
Laguna, 3.2 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (274 reviews)
"Well appointed and loved the location. Walkable to many shops & restaurants."
United States
Judy
The price is CA $153
CA $278 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 8 - Jun 9
Casa Jardin

13. The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,169 reviews)
"Great location and great staff"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is CA $291
CA $332 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
The Franciscan Hotel

14. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,124 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and accommodating, location is close to the beach"
United States
Ricardo
The price is CA $347
CA $396 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 10 - Jun 11
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

15. Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
1.8 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"We always enjoy this motor hotel for a one night stay..."
United States
Gregory
The price is CA $260
CA $296 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

16. Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (411 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel centrally located! My new favorite hotel in Santa Barbara!"
United States
Margo
The price is CA $655
CA $748 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Palihouse Santa Barbara

17. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Lower State, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,392 reviews)
"Great hotel!!! "
United States
Jamie
The price is CA $360
CA $418 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Hotel Santa Barbara

18. Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
The Funk Zone, 2.4 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (964 reviews)
"We had an awesome time at hotel Californian there rooftop pool is great. All the restaurants which are all walking distance were delicious. Very friendly staff and great rooms with balcony views of the ocean."
United States
Oscar
The price is CA $761
CA $972 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Hotel Californian

19. The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room and its location to the beach was great. Many restaurants within walking distance."
United States
John
The price is CA $373
CA $425 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 9 - Jun 10
The Eagle Inn

20. Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
West Beach, 2.5 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Excellent location, great places for breakfast and dinner options within walking distance."
United States
Andrea
The price is CA $485
CA $553 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 8 - Jun 9
Harbor View Inn
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Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view
Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,010 reviews
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Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,384 reviews
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Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,007 reviews
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Deluxe Apartment | Interior
Casa Yano by The Beach
4.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
11 reviews
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Grand Suite | Private kitchen
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,005 reviews
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Barbara Zoo?
Santa Barbara Zoo is located in a walkable area of Santa Barbara known for its beautiful beaches and popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 81 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Santa Barbara Zoo?
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. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Santa Barbara Zoo. Other good choices within a short distance include Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort and Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt.
How many hotels are there close to Santa Barbara Zoo?
Expedia has 81 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Santa Barbara Zoo.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Barbara Zoo, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Santa Barbara Zoo.
What can I see and do near Santa Barbara Zoo?
You'll want to browse the collections at MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, Presidio Santa Barbara, and Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center. Explore notable local landmarks like Mission Santa Barbara, El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, and Rafael Gonzalez House. You can catch a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, Lobero Theater, and Granada Theatre.
How can I get to Santa Barbara Zoo?
With so many transportation options, exploring the area around Santa Barbara Zoo is easy. To venture out into the surrounding area, hop on a train at Santa Barbara Station. You can explore water travel options at the local port.

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