Top 10 Hotels Near East Beach in Santa Barbara for 2026

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

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

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

A narrow hallway with white walls and a wooden floor. There is a door with a window on the left, a light switch on the right, and a ceiling vent.

1. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 2.9 km from East Beach

Sarah

P7,767

P13,496 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

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

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.

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

2. Harbor House Inn

West Beach, 2.3 km from East Beach

Abby

P11,751

P13,396 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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.

A modern hotel bathroom with a large mirror, vanity, and a vase of flowers.

3. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

2.7 km from East Beach

Jhoana

P11,725

P18,006 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

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

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

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

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

4. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 2.5 km from East Beach

Katia

P12,376

P18,749 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

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.

An aerial view of a swimming pool surrounded by white umbrellas and lounge chairs, with palm trees and a tiled deck.

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

5. Marina Beach Hotel

West Beach, 2.4 km from East Beach

Amy

P14,777

P16,846 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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.

6. La Playa Inn

West Beach, 2.5 km from East Beach

Javier

P14,853

P16,932 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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

7. Casa Yano by The Beach

West Beach, 2.3 km from East Beach

Jacob

P16,691

P25,454 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A white building with a sign reading "Mason Beach Inn" and a balcony with a railing.

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

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.

8. Mason Beach Inn

West Beach, 2.4 km from East Beach

Rachita

P14,045

P16,414 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

A large, historic building with arched windows and a central tower, surrounded by palm trees.

9. Santa Barbara Inn

East Beach, 0.3 km from East Beach

melanie

P23,487

P26,828 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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.

10. Palihouse Santa Barbara

2.7 km from East Beach

Demey

P26,305

P30,039 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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.

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.

11. The Franciscan Hotel

West Beach, 2.4 km from East Beach

Bob

P11,104

P12,658 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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 swimming pool with a tiled border, a potted plant, and a staircase with colorful tiles.

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, 2.6 km from East Beach

hoan

P16,691

P19,060 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 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.

13. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 2.3 km from East Beach

Amanda

P14,853

P16,932 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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 bedroom with a fireplace, a bed, a TV, and a window with curtains.

14. The Eagle Inn

West Beach, 2.4 km from East Beach

Julian

P18,038

P20,563 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

15. Beach House Inn

West Beach, 2.5 km from East Beach

Tim

P11,816

P13,471 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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 room with a sliding glass door leading to a patio area with a yellow fence and a table with chairs.

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

16. Castillo Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 2.5 km from East Beach

Eli James

P11,963

P13,660 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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 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.

17. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 2.5 km from East Beach

Karri

P14,230

P16,547 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A large, two-story building with a tiled roof, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

A pathway flanked by lush greenery and palm trees, leading to a building with a tiled roof.

A spacious room with a wooden ceiling, a dining area with chairs and a table, a sofa, and a fireplace.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a pergola with vines, and a view of greenery.

18. Inn By The Harbor

West Beach, 2.7 km from East Beach

emiliano

P14,807

P16,908 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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

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

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

A beachside path with bicycles, palm trees, and a clear sky.

19. Lavender Inn by the Sea

West Beach, 2.5 km from East Beach

Terry

P13,326

P15,217 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A resort with a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees, a beach view, and a well-maintained lawn.

A seaside patio with wicker chairs, a view of the marina, and palm trees.

A bridge leading to a row of white buildings with balconies, a palm tree, and a brick pathway.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with two armchairs and a small table, a patterned wall, and a wooden floor.

20. Harbor View Inn

West Beach, 2 km from East Beach

Jodi

P19,416

P22,134 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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Compare popular hotels close to East Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 309 reviews	View
Harbor House Inn	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 218 reviews	View
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 322 reviews	View
Marina Beach Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,180 reviews	View

Top East Beach Hotel Reviews

Hotel Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"Loved this hotel. Location was fantastic, shopping and restaurants very close."

La Playa Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Only a block or so from the beach and restaurants. Complimentary breakfast on the a cute courtyard patio. A tremendous value for the cost."

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, convenient to the airport, shopping, and nearby attractions. The room and property is very clean and well maintained. I stayed in 2 different rooms during my stay and the transition was smooth and easy. All the staff I encountered were very friendly, helpful, and understanding. My luggage was left in another city and they were very accommodating. Some of the most amazing people. I didn’t use the pool but parking was plentiful and the area was quiet. I’d stay here me on my next trip to Santa Barbara."

The Milo

10/10 Excellent

"Great location."

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"Such a great location to the sea front and to Stearns Wharf. The staff were also really friendly and the room was great. I will say though if you have super thick/long hair like I do, the showers will take longer as the water pressure isn’t very strong (just my opinion though.) For men and for women who have short hair, you’ll be absolutely fine! The shower cleanliness and amenities itself were great."

Palmoro House

10/10 Excellent

"It’s cool annex spot w access to all amenities in main hotel. Would recommend"

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

10/10 Excellent

"It had everything we needed."

The Inn at East Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and short walk to the beach"

Santa Barbara Inn

10/10 Excellent

"We had a lovely room with a balcony and an ocean view. The hotel restaurant was excellent. All hotel staff that we encountered were very friendly and helpful."

Other attractions near East Beach

An elephant in a zoo enclosure with a rocky background and mountains in the distance.

Santa Barbara Zoo

9.0/10 (1,101 reviews)

Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call Santa Barbara Zoo home during your trip to Santa Barbara? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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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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A pier with lights reflecting on the water, a flag, and buildings in the background.

Stearns Wharf

9.0/10 (4,143 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Stearns Wharf and enjoy other activities such as biking in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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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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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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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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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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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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around East Beach?

East Beach is located in Santa Barbara. This welcoming area is known for its beautiful beaches and popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 63 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near East Beach?

Adjacent to East Beach, Santa Barbara Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices within a short distance include Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach and Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to East Beach?

Expedia has 63 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from East Beach.

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

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near East Beach.

What can I see and do near East Beach?

You'll want to browse the collections at Presidio Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation. Mission Santa Barbara, El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, and Hill-Carrillo Adobe are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around East Beach. You can watch performances at Lobero Theater, Santa Barbara Bowl, and Arlington Theater if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to East Beach?

If you're hopping a train into the city, Santa Barbara Station is the closest station to Santa Barbara Beach. There may not be many public transportation choices near by East Beach so consider renting a car to see more of the area.

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Our top choices for East Beach hotels

1. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

2. Harbor House Inn

3. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

4. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

5. Marina Beach Hotel

6. La Playa Inn

7. Casa Yano by The Beach

8. Mason Beach Inn

9. Santa Barbara Inn

10. Palihouse Santa Barbara

11. The Franciscan Hotel

12. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

13. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

14. The Eagle Inn

15. Beach House Inn

16. Castillo Inn at the Beach

17. Hotel Santa Barbara

18. Inn By The Harbor

19. Lavender Inn by the Sea

20. Harbor View Inn

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Top East Beach Hotel Reviews

Hotel Santa Barbara

La Playa Inn

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

The Milo

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Palmoro House

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

The Inn at East Beach

Santa Barbara Inn

Other attractions near East Beach

Santa Barbara Zoo

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Stearns Wharf

Cabrillo Bike Path

Cabrillo Pavillion

Municipal Tennis Center

Andree Clark Bird Refuge

Chase Palm Park

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