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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, (1,241 reviews)
"Quiet, beautiful, clean, and friendly staff.."
United States
Kurt
The price is P7,065
P8,068 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 24 - Feb 25
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
East Beach, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location and parking, nice atmosphere, friendly helpful staff, comfortable bed and room"
United States
Irene
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

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, (1,028 reviews)
"Room are clean and the staff helpful and friendly "
United States
Katie
The price is P8,988
P10,246 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Marina Beach Motel

Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.0 star property
Laguna, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (111 reviews)
"Clean room, great location and price. "
United States
Alissa
The price is P9,464
P15,140 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Casa Riviera

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, (997 reviews)
"Very nice place."
United States
Larry
The price is P7,909
P9,016 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin
3.0 star property
Laguna, 3.2 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (242 reviews)
"The room was very clean with everything you need. Short walking distance to downtown."
United States
Oksana
The price is P6,512
P11,765 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 8 - Feb 9
Casa Jardin

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, (140 reviews)
"Clean, quite, great shower and tub and great location. "
United States
Jennifer
Casa De La Vina

La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"This hotel is so cute, super friendly staffs and location is perfect. "
United States
Vivian
The price is P10,906
P12,432 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 17 - Feb 18
La Playa Inn

Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Very clean room and nice, hospitable staff. The place has about 10 rooms, bungalows with free parking right on property [U-shape, sitting area in the middle and all the bungalows facing the parking lot]. The room had everything I needed: fridge, water bottles, snacks available in the lobby]. I didn't use the free bicycles because of my itinerary, but was a nice amenity. I would stay again for sure."
United States
Otilia
The price is P9,333
P10,639 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 8 - Feb 9
Harbor House Inn

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)
"Our stay was quick, efficient, and most importantly customer service was excellent!"
United States
jAvier
The Inn at East Beach

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, (1,126 reviews)
"Perfect stay!!! "
United States
Nicholas
The price is P9,922
P11,311 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 8 - Feb 9
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

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, (1,060 reviews)
"Great brunch, beautiful property and helpful staff"
United States
Kritika
The Franciscan Hotel

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, (1,004 reviews)
"Great stay "
United States
Omar
The price is P16,111
P18,366 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Harbor View Inn

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (378 reviews)
"Loved our room and property. Bed was comfortable!"
United States
Kathaleen and Trevor
The price is P19,626
P22,412 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Palihouse Santa Barbara

Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
The Funk Zone, 2.4 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (935 reviews)
"Good size room, friendly staff, and great location."
United States
Jasper
Hotel Californian

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, (187 reviews)
"Highly recommended "
United States
Naya
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice place."
Canada
Thomas
The price is P6,737
P7,693 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Castillo Inn at the Beach

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Lower State, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,175 reviews)
"Beautiful location and hotel "
United States
Samantha
The price is P14,939
P17,371 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Hotel Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,099 reviews)
"Clean rooms, great location"
United States
Oscar
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,137 reviews)
"Place is clean, spacious and good breakfast plus walking distance to the beach was a big plus!"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is P7,909
P9,032 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Beachside Inn
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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
Room amenity
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,241 reviews
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Private kitchen
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,004 reviews
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Exterior
Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,028 reviews
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Living area
Casa Riviera
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
111 reviews
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40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
997 reviews
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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 82 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Santa Barbara Zoo?
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. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Santa Barbara Zoo. Other good choices within a short distance include Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach and Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt.
How many hotels are there close to Santa Barbara Zoo?
Expedia has 82 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, Presidio Santa Barbara, and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum. Explore notable local landmarks like Mission Santa Barbara, El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, and Rafael Gonzalez House. You can catch a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, Lobero Theater, and Granada Theatre.
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.