The 10 Best Hotels Near Santa Barbara Zoo, Santa Barbara from CA $214

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, a mirror, and a wardrobe.

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

A white utility shed with a door labeled "AIR MACHINE" next to a dense green hedge.

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

1. Casa Jardin

Laguna, 3.2 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

CA $194

CA $324 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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

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.

A house with a patio area featuring wicker furniture and potted plants.

2. Harbor House Inn

West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Katrin

CA $269

CA $307 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Richard

CA $266

CA $405 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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.

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

4. Marina Beach Hotel

West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Amy

CA $297

CA $338 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

A spacious living area with a modern staircase, a dining table, and a sofa.

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

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

5. Casa Riviera

Laguna, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Monica

CA $263

CA $402 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

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

6. La Playa Inn

West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Greer

CA $340

CA $388 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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 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.

7. Casa Yano by The Beach

West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Julie

CA $318

CA $505 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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 swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building with arches and palm trees.

8. Mason Beach Inn

West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Rachita

CA $300

CA $351 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

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

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

9. The Franciscan Hotel

West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Naomi

CA $288

CA $328 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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

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.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

10. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Mark

CA $314

CA $366 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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.

11. Palihouse Santa Barbara

3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

sonia

CA $553

CA $632 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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 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.

12. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Liad

CA $344

CA $393 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 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 coastal view with a beach, palm trees, and a white building with a red roof.

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.

13. Santa Barbara Inn

East Beach, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Oscar

CA $477

CA $545 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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

A modern living room with a round table, wooden chairs, a sofa, and a fireplace.

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

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a ceiling fan, a wall-mounted air conditioner, a picture, and a window with a view.

14. Beach House Inn

West Beach, 3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Sharon

CA $248

CA $283 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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.

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

15. The Eagle Inn

West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Julian

CA $399

CA $454 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

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

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.

16. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Amanda

CA $328

CA $374 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

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

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".

A patio with a round table, chairs, and a red umbrella. There are potted plants and a surfboard visible.

17. Castillo Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Abraham

CA $206

CA $235 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

A spacious living area with a fireplace, white cabinetry, wicker furniture, and a large window.

A table with a pitcher of dark liquid, a clear pitcher, and glasses, along with small bowls of pretzels and nuts.

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

18. Lavender Inn by the Sea

West Beach, 3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Omar

CA $307

CA $350 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

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

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.

19. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Julia

CA $178

CA $214 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

20. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

East Beach, 0.6 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

David S

CA $199

CA $228 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Barbara Zoo

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Casa Jardin	9.8 Exceptional 301 reviews	View
Harbor House Inn	9.8 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Casa De La Vina	9.8 Exceptional 212 reviews	View
Marina Beach Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,184 reviews	View
Casa Riviera	9.8 Exceptional 305 reviews	View

Top Santa Barbara Zoo Hotel Reviews

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

8/10 Good

"The staff were friendly."

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed in a room with three queen beds which was unusual but great for my wife and I and two adult children. Room was clean and walkable to bars and restaurants."

Hotel Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, friendly staff and great rooms."

Beachside Inn

8/10 Good

".."

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Well located"

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"Good service and a good comfort rooms"

Santa Barbara Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean and nice in appearance for a small inn."

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."

Palmoro House

10/10 Excellent

"Nice sister property! Close to the beach and a great pool and hot tub!"

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A beach with a large cruise ship in the distance, palm trees, and mountains in the background.

East Beach

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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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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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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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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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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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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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Santa Barbara Channel

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Santa Barbara Channel during your travels in Santa Barbara. Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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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?

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this resort offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Santa Barbara Zoo. Other good choices within a short distance include Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt and The Inn at East Beach.

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, Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, and Reagan Ranch Center. Explore notable local landmarks like Mission Santa Barbara, El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, and Presidio Santa Barbara. You can catch a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, Lobero Theater, and Arlington Theater.

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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Our top choices for Santa Barbara Zoo hotels

1. Casa Jardin

2. Harbor House Inn

3. Casa De La Vina

4. Marina Beach Hotel

5. Casa Riviera

6. La Playa Inn

7. Casa Yano by The Beach

8. Mason Beach Inn

9. The Franciscan Hotel

10. Hotel Santa Barbara

11. Palihouse Santa Barbara

12. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

13. Santa Barbara Inn

14. Beach House Inn

15. The Eagle Inn

16. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

17. Castillo Inn at the Beach

18. Lavender Inn by the Sea

19. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

20. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Compare popular hotels close to Santa Barbara Zoo

Top Santa Barbara Zoo Hotel Reviews

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

Beachside Inn

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Inn

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Palmoro House

Other attractions near Santa Barbara Zoo

East Beach

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Municipal Tennis Center

Cabrillo Bike Path

Andree Clark Bird Refuge

Cabrillo Pavillion

Chase Palm Park

Santa Barbara Channel

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