Waterfront

Santa Barbara

A river with rocks, palm trees, and mountains in the background.
A marina with multiple boats docked, calm water, and a clear sky.
A beach with a large cruise ship in the distance, palm trees, and mountains in the background.
A beach with a rainbow, cliffs, and the ocean.
A marina at sunset with boats docked, palm trees, and a bridge.

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Waterfront Hotel Deals

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

4 out of 5
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $354 per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
CA $354
CA $412 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Hotel Santa Barbara
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

2 out of 5
5550 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
The price is CA $108 per night from Nov 15 to Nov 16
CA $108
CA $130 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very good! (1,841 reviews)
"I checked in at 3:20 and tried to get a second floor room, I was told all the second rooms were already booked.. I remained in the car for a few hours, witnessed at least 5 families checked in and went to the 2nd floor. Why is that? I don't want to bring racist or discrimination here, but why was ..."

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

2 out of 5
4200 Via Real Carpinteria CA
The price is CA $80 per night from Dec 4 to Dec 5
CA $80
CA $98 total
Dec 4 - Dec 5
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 out of 5
128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and premium TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,465 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and helpful. Good place to stay in Santa Barbara"

Reviewed on Nov 12, 2026

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 out of 5
4111 State Street Santa Barbara CA
The price is CA $241 per night from Nov 29 to Nov 30
CA $241
CA $285 total
Nov 29 - Nov 30
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,216 reviews)
"Was adequate, but in an odd location with an odd view."

Reviewed on Nov 14, 2026

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is CA $156 per night from Nov 15 to Nov 16
CA $156
CA $178 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,824 reviews)
"Older but clean hotel. Staff was very helpful"

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2026

Sandpiper Lodge
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Where to stay in Waterfront

Find the best Waterfront areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Stearns Wharf and West Beach.

Montecito

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.

Downtown Santa Barbara

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.

West Beach

While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach.

East Beach

East Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.


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