Top 10 Hotels Near Santa Barbara Harbor in Santa Barbara for 2026

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A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a large window.

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

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island with stools, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

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 Santa Barbara Harbor

David

P9,307

P15,263 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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 room with a bed, a round table with a pair of sunglasses and a book, a chair with a denim jacket, and a window with white blinds.

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

2. Marina Beach Hotel

West Beach, 0.4 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Lori

P10,314

P11,758 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A compact kitchen with a white countertop, a stainless steel sink, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a shelf with glassware and a framed picture.

A parking lot with marked spaces, surrounded by dense greenery and a building in the background.

A neatly made bed with white and gray bedding, a wooden headboard, a framed abstract artwork, a modern floor lamp, and a glass side table with a black chair.

A laundry room with two stacked washing machines and a mirror on the wall.

3. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 2.2 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Maria

P6,327

P11,873 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

4. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

1.1 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Jhoana

P9,258

P15,207 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 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.

5. Harbor House Inn

West Beach, 0.4 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

James

P11,056

P12,604 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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 spacious living area with a modern staircase, a dining table, and a sofa.

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

6. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 1.9 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Matthew

P10,955

P17,147 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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.

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

7. Casa Yano by The Beach

West Beach, 0.6 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Jacob

P10,695

P18,635 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 hotel corridor with a view of mountains, a palm tree, and a lantern-lit staircase.

A corridor with a central staircase, outdoor seating, and lanterns.

8. La Playa Inn

West Beach, 0.5 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Nick

P12,460

P14,204 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A bedroom with a bed, a dining table with chairs, a chandelier, and a view through a door.

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

A cozy reading nook with a bench, a chair, and a bookshelf.

9. Simpson House Inn

Upper East, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Victor

P22,585

P30,011 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

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.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, potted plants, and a small pool.

10. Palihouse Santa Barbara

2 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Maria

P25,154

P28,725 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

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

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

11. Bath Street Inn

Oak Park, 3 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Joanne

P13,502

P15,700 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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 house with a bay window, a porch, and a garden with various plants and flowers.

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

12. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Oak Park, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Raymond

P17,207

P19,649 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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.

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

A dining area with a wooden table, grey chairs, a black floor lamp, and a cityscape painting on the wall.

13. The Franciscan Hotel

West Beach, 0.4 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Bob

P8,703

P9,922 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

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.

14. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 1.3 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Karri

P15,219

P17,697 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 hotel lobby with a reception desk, a framed quote on the wall, and a large potted plant.

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

15. Mason Beach Inn

West Beach, 0.4 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Rachita

P14,638

P17,093 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

A reception desk with a wooden wall and a sign that reads "West Beach Inn".

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.

16. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 0.3 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Amanda

P14,278

P16,277 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

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.

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, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Richard

P15,748

P17,983 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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.

A beach with clear blue water, a sandy shore, and a backdrop of buildings and trees.

18. The Eagle Inn

West Beach, 0.5 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Michele

P13,835

P15,772 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a painting, and a TV.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a gas stove, and a small countertop.

19. Beach House Inn

West Beach, 0.6 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Tim

P13,939

P15,890 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A two-story building with a balcony, palm trees, and a sign that reads "Castillo Inn."

A hotel reception desk with a computer monitor, a newspaper, and a sign stating "NO PETS - NO CHECKS - NO LATE CHECK-OUTS".

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

A living room with a TV, a painting, and a red chair with a patterned pillow.

20. Castillo Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 0.4 km from Santa Barbara Harbor

Wesley

P9,357

P10,685 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Barbara Harbor

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel	10.0 Exceptional 9 reviews	View
Marina Beach Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,193 reviews	View
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 317 reviews	View
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 223 reviews	View
Harbor House Inn	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View

Top Santa Barbara Harbor Hotel Reviews

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean property and facilities. Friendly staff"

The Milo

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful Santa Barbara West Beach location"

Hotel Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"My daughter and I had a wonderful stay. We would highly recommend it. The staff was very friendly and helpful. They made our "Mother/Daughter trip" extra special."

The Franciscan Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Delightful little hotel, room was really spacious. Complimentary breakfast was nice, get there early as a little cramped. Highlight of the stay were the receptionists, so friendly and helpful. Great location for harbour and downtown in Santa Barbara."

Inn By The Harbor

10/10 Excellent

"Location is great! The continental breakfast was good! Rented the free bikes which was an added bonus!"

Beachside Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly helpful staff. Great location. Walkable,e to harbor and some excellent restaurants!"

Marina Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Our favourite accommodation on our California road trip. Clean & great accommodation overall. Highly recommend"

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"O"

Riviera Beach House

8/10 Good

"Good: location, A/C, beds, cleanliness, coffee bar Could use improvement: inconsistent helpfulness of staff: we were quoted several different prices for parking at the hotel. Also told there were no extra pillows, then later when we asked someone else we were given some. The wuropean"

Other attractions near Santa Barbara Harbor

A beach with palm trees and a clear blue sky.

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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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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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 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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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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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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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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MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation

2.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to 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 Santa Barbara Harbor?

Santa Barbara Harbor is located in Santa Barbara. This welcoming area is known for its beautiful beaches and biking. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 237 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Santa Barbara Harbor?

Adjacent to Santa Barbara Harbor, 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. Other good choices close by include Hotel Santa Barbara and Avania Inn of Santa Barbara.

How many hotels will I find close to Santa Barbara Harbor?

Expedia has 237 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Santa Barbara Harbor.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Barbara Harbor, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Santa Barbara Harbor.

What can I see and do near Santa Barbara Harbor?

Presidio Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Mission Santa Barbara, El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, and Hill-Carrillo Adobe are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can check out the local talent at Lobero Theater, Arlington Theater, and Santa Barbara Bowl.

How can I get to Santa Barbara Harbor?

If you're hopping a train into the city, Santa Barbara Station is the closest stop to Santa Barbara Beach. There may not be many public transit options near Santa Barbara Harbor so consider renting a car to see more of the area.

Hotels near Santa Barbara Harbor

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Our top choices for Santa Barbara Harbor 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. Harbor House Inn

6. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

7. Casa Yano by The Beach

8. La Playa Inn

9. Simpson House Inn

10. Palihouse Santa Barbara

11. Bath Street Inn

12. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

13. The Franciscan Hotel

14. Hotel Santa Barbara

15. Mason Beach Inn

16. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

17. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

18. The Eagle Inn

19. Beach House Inn

20. Castillo Inn at the Beach

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Top Santa Barbara Harbor Hotel Reviews

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

The Milo

Hotel Santa Barbara

The Franciscan Hotel

Inn By The Harbor

Beachside Inn

Marina Beach Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

Riviera Beach House

Other attractions near Santa Barbara Harbor

West Beach

Stearns Wharf

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Santa Barbara City College

Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

Carriage and Western Art Museum

MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation

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