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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.

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

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

1. Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel

2.1 km from Leadbetter Beach

David

CA $238

CA $376 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

A marina with numerous boats docked, calm water, and clear skies.

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.

2. Marina Beach Hotel

West Beach, 1.2 km from Leadbetter Beach

hampton

CA $319

CA $363 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and sink. There are shelves above holding glasses, plates, and a framed picture.

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

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

3. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 2.7 km from Leadbetter Beach

Maria

CA $177

CA $307 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A traditional building with a white facade, arched windows, and a balcony with a railing.

A modern entrance with a glass door, a potted plant, and a number '8' on the wall.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with stools, a grey sofa, and a painting of a wave on the wall.

A white building with a red-tiled roof, a covered entrance, and a garden with various plants.

4. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

1.6 km from Leadbetter Beach

Jhoana

CA $266

CA $408 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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

A hallway leading to a living area with a sofa, a small table, and a view of greenery outside.

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.

5. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 2.5 km from Leadbetter Beach

Patrice

CA $267

CA $409 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

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

6. Harbor House Inn

West Beach, 1.2 km from Leadbetter Beach

Abby

CA $272

CA $310 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A beige sofa with multiple cushions, a white vase with greenery, and a window with blinds.

A staircase leading to a living area with a sofa and a coffee table.

A hallway leading to a dining area with a wooden floor, white walls, and a black railing.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a vase with flowers, and a view of the outdoors through the windows.

7. Casa Yano by The Beach

West Beach, 1.3 km from Leadbetter Beach

Jacob

CA $322

CA $512 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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 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.

8. La Playa Inn

West Beach, 1.1 km from Leadbetter Beach

Arlen

CA $335

CA $382 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

A dining area with a table, chairs, a chandelier, a window with shutters, and a decorative wheel.

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

9. Simpson House Inn

Upper East, 3.2 km from Leadbetter Beach

Victor

CA $405

CA $557 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

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

10. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Oak Park, 3.1 km from Leadbetter Beach

Raymond

CA $308

CA $351 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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

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.

11. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 1.9 km from Leadbetter Beach

Karri

CA $321

CA $374 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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

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

A table with a variety of food items, a bottle of wine, and a floral centerpiece.

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

12. Bath Street Inn

Oak Park, 3 km from Leadbetter Beach

Joanne

CA $324

CA $377 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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 white building with a red roof, a stone wall, and a staircase leading to a door.

A hallway with a checkered curtain, a framed artwork, a bench, a potted plant, and a wooden cabinet with handles.

13. Palihouse Santa Barbara

2.6 km from Leadbetter Beach

Maria

CA $566

CA $646 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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

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

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

14. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 1.1 km from Leadbetter Beach

Amanda

CA $311

CA $355 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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

15. The Franciscan Hotel

West Beach, 1.2 km from Leadbetter Beach

Bob

CA $233

CA $266 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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 covered outdoor area with a pergola, steps leading to a door labeled "Office," and lush greenery including large plants and flowering bushes.

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

16. Mason Beach Inn

West Beach, 1.1 km from Leadbetter Beach

Rachita

CA $317

CA $371 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

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.

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

17. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 1.1 km from Leadbetter Beach

hoan

CA $369

CA $421 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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

18. Santa Barbara Inn

East Beach, 3.2 km from Leadbetter Beach

melanie

CA $493

CA $563 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a large island with bar stools.

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

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

19. Beach House Inn

West Beach, 1.2 km from Leadbetter Beach

Tim

CA $235

CA $268 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

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.

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.

20. The Eagle Inn

West Beach, 1.2 km from Leadbetter Beach

Julian

CA $407

CA $464 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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Compare popular hotels close to Leadbetter Beach

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel	10.0 Exceptional 7 reviews	View
Marina Beach Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,185 reviews	View
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 310 reviews	View
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 218 reviews	View
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 324 reviews	View

Top Leadbetter Beach Hotel Reviews

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Well located and within walking distance to all the beachfront restaurants and shopping."

Lavender Inn by the Sea

10/10 Excellent

"Charming little hotel. Great for a quick trip to Santa Barbara at a fair deal."

Inn By The Harbor

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was honestly awesome, the gentlemen at check in was top notch, so that kicked it off then all the maintenance staff was so friendly and asked me often if I needed any thing, couldn’t have been better. Offer Free bikes, just great all around"

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Such a great stay! The staff was always so responsive, helpful and informative. Lots of accommodations and excellent location, near to town, restaurants and the beach. It’s a well maintained property and it was always cleaned. I really appreciate the staff for being so kind towards me and my friend."

Hotel Californian

10/10 Excellent

"The staff at the hotel topped our expectations time and time again. They made our stay extra special."

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"Great price for location and cute room perfect for a wedding weekend. It was close to everything, and the waffles in the morning were so yummy!"

Mason Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent

"super clean hotel, friendly and accommodating staff. Comfortable stay. I recommend staying here"

Marina Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"easy parking, very nice place"

Castillo Inn at the Beach

8/10 Good

"The room was clean and quiet. Was a little disappointed with the balcony. I thought it would at least point toward the ocean."

Other attractions near Leadbetter Beach

A coastal beach with clear blue waters, sandy shore, and distant mountains.

Shoreline Park

9.0/10 (43 reviews)

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

Santa Barbara Harbor

9.2/10 (2,746 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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A beach with mountains in the background.

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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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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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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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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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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Leadbetter Beach?

Leadbetter Beach is located in Santa Barbara. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 258 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Leadbetter Beach?

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. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Leadbetter Beach. Other good choices within a short distance include Avania Inn of Santa Barbara and Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach.

How many hotels are there close to Leadbetter Beach?

Expedia has 258 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Leadbetter Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Leadbetter Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Leadbetter Beach.

What can I see and do near Leadbetter Beach?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Presidio Santa Barbara, MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, or Reagan Ranch Center. Mission Santa Barbara, Hill-Carrillo Adobe, and Casa Del Herrero are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can watch performances at Lobero Theater, Arlington Theater, and Santa Barbara Bowl if you're interested in local theater.

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Our top choices for Leadbetter Beach 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. La Playa Inn

9. Simpson House Inn

10. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

11. Hotel Santa Barbara

12. Bath Street Inn

13. Palihouse Santa Barbara

14. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

15. The Franciscan Hotel

16. Mason Beach Inn

17. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

18. Santa Barbara Inn

19. Beach House Inn

20. The Eagle Inn

Compare popular hotels close to Leadbetter Beach

Top Leadbetter Beach Hotel Reviews

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Inn By The Harbor

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Hotel Californian

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Mason Beach Inn

Marina Beach Hotel

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Other attractions near Leadbetter Beach

Shoreline Park

Santa Barbara City College

Santa Barbara Harbor

West Beach

Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

Santa Barbara Carriage Museum

Carriage and Western Art Museum

Frequently asked questions

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