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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, (1,005 reviews)
"The pool area is wonderful! The room was clean and the bed was very comfortable. I really enjoyed my stay and look forward to returning."
United States
Margo
The price is CA $449
CA $513 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
Santa Barbara Inn

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, (1,335 reviews)
"we absolutely loved our stay "
United States
Jodi
The price is CA $202
CA $230 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

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, (1,006 reviews)
"Walking distance to beach, great stay overall."
United States
Briana
The price is CA $204
CA $232 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 29 - Apr 30
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

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)
"Great clean stay! Amazing location. Would recommend to anyone looking for a fun beach stay"
United States
Kelsie
The price is CA $203
CA $231 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 23 - Apr 24
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

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, (7 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay! Everything was spotless, the bed was very comfortable and location was excellent! Would definitely"
United States
Emilie
The price is CA $246
CA $421 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 29 - Apr 30
Casa Yano by The Beach

Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,095 reviews)
"Great place for a short stay."
United States
Michael
The price is CA $288
CA $328 total
includes taxes & fees
May 13 - May 14
Marina Beach Motel

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, (1,000 reviews)
"I would highly recommend this property! Great location and the staff is too notch! "
United States
Christopher
The price is CA $170
CA $194 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
The Inn at East Beach

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, (1,000 reviews)
"Have stayed there many times and always enjoyed."
United States
Linda
The price is CA $239
CA $272 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Harbor House Inn

Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.0 star property
Laguna, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (169 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Jennifer
The price is CA $236
CA $371 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 29 - Apr 30
Casa Riviera

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, (164 reviews)
"Ideal and pet friendly. Proximity to beach and downtown State street was awesome !"
United States
Sachin
The price is CA $193
CA $321 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 29 - Apr 30
Casa De La Vina

La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"I absolutely enjoyed my stay here and will be visiting again. "
United States
Kimberly
The price is CA $259
CA $295 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
La Playa Inn

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, (1,114 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Kseniya
The price is CA $271
CA $309 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

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, (1,111 reviews)
"Loved everything about this hotel! Very clean, parking and helpful staff! Would definitely stay here again. "
United States
Teresa
The price is CA $264
CA $301 total
includes taxes & fees
May 13 - May 14
The Franciscan Hotel

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, (1,003 reviews)
"Location was perfect for walking around Santa Barbara."
United States
Margaret
The price is CA $376
CA $428 total
includes taxes & fees
May 3 - May 4
Harbor View Inn

Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin
3.0 star property
Laguna, 3.2 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (258 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Charles
The price is CA $171
CA $296 total
includes taxes & fees
May 4 - May 5
Casa Jardin

Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
The Funk Zone, 2.4 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (953 reviews)
"Great rooms and friendly staff; amazing location "
United States
Mary
The price is CA $885
CA $1,096 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
Hotel Californian

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (393 reviews)
"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Great location. Terrific staff. We plan to return and have already recommended it to our friends. "
United States
Peter
The price is CA $511
CA $584 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Palihouse Santa Barbara

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, (1,000 reviews)
"Good staff, nice breakfast perfect location "
United States
Rabdel
The price is CA $382
CA $436 total
includes taxes & fees
May 14 - May 15
The Eagle Inn

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Lower State, 2.6 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (203 reviews)
"Great staff and very cool vibe!"
United States
shannon
The price is CA $153
CA $175 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 23 - Apr 24
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4.0 star property
East Beach, 0.5 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"This property was amazing! Staff and accommodations were great!"
United States
Sherrie
The price is CA $359
CA $465 total
includes taxes & fees
May 3 - May 4
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Barbara Zoo

Property
Star rating
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
1,005 reviews
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Room amenity
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,335 reviews
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Grand Suite | Private kitchen
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,006 reviews
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Reception
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
7 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?
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 Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach 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 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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