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Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
East Beach, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"The pool area is wonderful! The room was clean and the bed was very comfortable. I really enjoyed my stay and look forward to returning."
United States
Margo
The price is P19,173
P21,901 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Santa Barbara Inn
Room amenity

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
East Beach, 0.6 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,288 reviews)
"we absolutely loved our stay "
United States
Jodi
The price is P9,142
P10,440 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Interior

Casa Yano by The Beach

Casa Yano by The Beach
4.0 star property
West Beach, 2.8 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay! Everything was spotless, the bed was very comfortable and location was excellent! Would definitely"
United States
Emilie
The price is P12,345
P20,240 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Casa Yano by The Beach
Exterior

Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,075 reviews)
"Great place for a short stay."
United States
Michael
The price is P13,793
P15,724 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Marina Beach Motel
Living area

Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.0 star property
Laguna, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (149 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Jennifer
The price is P9,195
P14,925 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Casa Riviera
Beach nearby, beach umbrellas, beach towels

Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"The welcome was warm, friendly and efficient. My room was upgraded without me asking. And it was beautiful. Everything was perfect."
United States
Cathy
The price is P11,702
P13,340 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Harbor House Inn
Private kitchen

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
East Beach, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Walking distance to beach, great stay overall."
United States
Briana
The price is P8,123
P9,276 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Exterior

Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina
4.0 star property
3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (156 reviews)
"Ideal and pet friendly. Proximity to beach and downtown State street was awesome !"
United States
Sachin
The price is P8,228
P13,834 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Casa De La Vina
40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
East Beach, 0.8 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Great clean stay! Amazing location. Would recommend to anyone looking for a fun beach stay"
United States
Kelsie
The price is P13,253
P15,108 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 30 - Mar 31
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Terrace/patio

La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice clean property! Will stay here again! "
United States
Eva
The price is P13,223
P15,074 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 23 - Apr 24
La Playa Inn
Reception

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
East Beach, 0.5 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"For the price and area this hotel was amazing. The reception/ owner was really nice along with his staff. "
United States
Maria
The price is P8,685
P9,901 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 1 - Apr 2
The Inn at East Beach
View from property

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,122 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Kseniya
The price is P14,254
P16,249 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Exterior

Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin
3.0 star property
Laguna, 3.2 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (250 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Charles
The price is P7,154
P12,597 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 15 - Apr 16
Casa Jardin
Fountain

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,086 reviews)
"Loved everything about this hotel! Very clean, parking and helpful staff! Would definitely stay here again. "
United States
Teresa
The price is P13,124
P14,961 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
The Franciscan Hotel
View from property

Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
West Beach, 2.5 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Location was perfect for walking around Santa Barbara."
United States
Margaret
The price is P17,130
P19,528 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Harbor View Inn
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (389 reviews)
"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Great location. Terrific staff. We plan to return and have already recommended it to our friends. "
United States
Peter
The price is P21,637
P24,709 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Palihouse Santa Barbara
Restaurant

Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
The Funk Zone, 2.4 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (947 reviews)
"Great rooms and friendly staff; amazing location "
United States
Mary
The price is P34,689
P43,388 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Hotel Californian
Beach nearby

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
1.8 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful room.staff was lovely."
United States
Jeanine
The price is P9,818
P11,193 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Front of property

The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Good staff, nice breakfast perfect location "
United States
Rabdel
The price is P13,632
P15,540 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 8 - Apr 9
The Eagle Inn
City view from property

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Lower State, 2.6 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (196 reviews)
"Staff is really nice and helpful overall a comfortable stay "
United States
Esmeralda
The price is P7,097
P8,091 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 15 - Apr 16
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Barbara Zoo

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes
Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
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Room amenity
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,288 reviews
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Interior
Casa Yano by The Beach
4.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
6 reviews
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Exterior
Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,075 reviews
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Living area
Casa Riviera
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
149 reviews
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Top Santa Barbara Zoo Hotel Reviews

The Milo

The Milo

10/10 Excellent
"Cute, boutique hotel on the beach. Staff were very friendly Easy check in. Nice fire pits with s'mores available."
Jennifer 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
The Milo

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Barbara Zoo?
Santa Barbara Zoo is located in a walkable area of Santa Barbara known for its beautiful beaches and popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 84 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Santa Barbara Zoo?
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and 2 bars. It's located just a short 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Santa Barbara Zoo. Other good choices within a short distance include Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach and Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort.
How many hotels are there close to Santa Barbara Zoo?
Expedia has 84 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Santa Barbara Zoo.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Barbara Zoo, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Santa Barbara Zoo.
What can I see and do near Santa Barbara Zoo?
You'll want to browse the collections at MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, Santa Barbara Natural History Museum, and Reagan Ranch Center. Explore notable local landmarks like Mission Santa Barbara, Casa Del Herrero, and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park. You can catch a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, Lobero Theater, and Arlington Theater.
How can I get to Santa Barbara Zoo?
With so many transportation options, exploring the area around Santa Barbara Zoo is easy. To venture out into the surrounding area, hop on a train at Santa Barbara Station. You can explore water travel options at the local port.