Beach Hotels in Santa Barbara
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Harbor View Inn
Offering an outdoor pool and hot tub, this Santa Barbara hotel is less than 5 minutes’ walk from Stearn’s Wharf. Guests can enjoy a full service spa experience at Spa Beaumontia, located on-site.
The Milo
This oceanfront hotel in downtown Santa Barbara is 4 minutes' walk from Stearns Wharf. It offers 2 heated outdoor pools and a modern fitness centre.
Hotel Californian
Located next to the Funk Zone in Santa Barbara, the Hotel Californian is just steps from the beach and features an outdoor pool.
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Adjacent to the Sandpiper golf course, this Santa Barbara resort boasts beautiful ocean views, an outdoor pool and on-site dining. All guest rooms include a private patio with a view.
Cabrillo Inn at the Beach
Located directly across from the beach, this Santa Barbara hotel offers a heated outdoor pool and free WiFi. The Zoological Gardens are a short walk away.
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
This Santa Barbara beachfront resort offers an outdoor pool with a poolside lounge. Sterns Wharf and State Street shops’ is 5 minutes’ drive away.
Ala Mar by the Sea
This motel is located on Santa Barbara's waterfront, only one block from Stearns Wharf. The inn offers a danish and coffee each morning and views of the ocean and surrounding mountains.
Carpinteria Beach Studio Condo
Carpinteria Beach Studio Condo is a recently renovated apartment in Carpinteria, where guests can makes the most of its outdoor swimming pool, private beach area and garden.
Beachside Inn
Located across the street from the Santa Barbara Harbor and a 5 minutes' walk from the beach, this hotel offers a year-round outdoor pool and complimentary parking.
Palmoro House
The Palmoro House is a satellite building located 1.5 blocks from the main lobby of the Mar Monte Hotel.
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- Avg. price/night: US$394.22Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,620 reviewsThe location was great, right on the beach front and close to State st restaurants and shops. The pool and fitness room was great and we loved the free bikes. Very comfortable beds too.Guest review byJaneFamily with young children
- Avg. price/night: US$394.22Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,620 reviewsThe room was really cute and I loved the bathroom. The tiles, the layout with the makeup corner. We were right on the beach and a short walk from everything.Guest review byOdriYoung couple
- Avg. price/night: US$324.90Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,660 reviewsLovely staff couldn't be more helpful Great location and restaurants near by Right on the beach and boardwalkGuest review byPaulYoung couple
- Avg. price/night: US$205.93Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,730 reviewsLovely clean, modern hotel with a nice pool. Breakfast was a good selection. The location is fantastic, right on the beach and a short walk into downtown.Guest review byIsabelleYoung couple
- Avg. price/night: US$394.22Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,620 reviewsMet our expectations. View on the beach / ocean but not directly by the road, so avoiding traffic nuisance. Lovely gardens. Friendly and helpful staff.Guest review byHeleneFamily with young children
- Avg. price/night: US$324.90Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,660 reviewsBen was extremely comfortable. Room was fantastic. We loved the tub. Bonus for sure. We were right on the beach and after we got there all of our transportation was by foot. Location was great. A 2-second walk to Stearns Wharf. We will definitely come back!Guest review byDianneFamily with young children
