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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 white utility shed with a door labeled "AIR MACHINE" next to a dense green hedge.

1. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
Laguna, 3.2 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Sarah
P7,767
P13,496 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
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 bathroom with white tiled walls, a showerhead, and a shelf with toiletries.
A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small round table, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

2. Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Abby
P11,751
P13,396 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Harbor House Inn
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through a glass door to the outdoors.
A hallway leading to a living area with a sofa, a small table, and a view of greenery outside.
A star-shaped hanging light fixture in a white-walled room with an arched ceiling.
A modern bedroom with a large window, a bedside table, a chair, and a built-in kitchen area.

3. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
Laguna, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Katia
P12,376
P18,749 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
A traditional building with a white facade, arched windows, and a balcony with a railing.
A white building with a red-tiled roof, a covered entrance, and a garden with various plants.
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 entrance with a glass door, a potted plant, and a number '8' on the wall.

4. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel
3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Jhoana
P11,725
P18,006 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel
A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.
A hotel with a patio area, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden with flowers and palm trees.
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.

5. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Amy
P14,777
P16,846 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Marina Beach Hotel
A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".
A hotel corridor with a view of mountains, a palm tree, and a lantern-lit staircase.
A dining room with a fireplace, a chandelier, and a kitchen area with cabinets and a microwave.
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.

6. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Javier
P14,853
P16,932 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
La Playa Inn
A beige sofa with multiple cushions, a white vase with greenery, and a window with blinds.
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.
A hallway leading to a dining area with a wooden floor, white walls, and a black railing.

7. Casa Yano by The Beach

Casa Yano by The Beach
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Jacob
P16,691
P25,454 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Casa Yano by The Beach
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

Mason Beach Inn
West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Rachita
P14,045
P16,414 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Mason Beach Inn
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 spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.
A spacious room with two sofas facing a glass table, a vase with flowers, and large windows offering a view of the ocean.
A coastal view with a beach, palm trees, and a white building with a red roof.

9. Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
East Beach, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
melanie
P23,487
P26,828 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Santa Barbara Inn
A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, and a window with curtains.
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.
A cozy living room with a bar area, comfortable seating, and a large window with plants.

10. Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Demey
P26,305
P30,039 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Palihouse Santa Barbara
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 dining area with a wooden table, grey chairs, a black floor lamp, and a cityscape painting 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.

11. The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Bob
P11,104
P12,658 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
The Franciscan Hotel
A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a covered walkway, and a view of the street.
A swimming pool with a tiled border, a potted plant, and a staircase with colorful tiles.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a view of the outdoors.

12. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
West Beach, 3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
hoan
P16,691
P19,060 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
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 hot tub area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a pool, and palm trees in the background.
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.

13. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Amanda
P14,853
P16,932 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
A bedroom with a fireplace, a bed, a TV, and a window with curtains.
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 beach with clear blue water, a sandy shore, and a backdrop of buildings and trees.

14. The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Julian
P18,038
P20,563 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
The Eagle Inn
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 kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a large island with bar stools.

15. Beach House Inn

Beach House Inn
West Beach, 3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Tim
P11,816
P13,471 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Beach House Inn
A two-story building with a balcony, palm trees, and a sign that reads "Castillo Inn."
A room with a sliding glass door leading to a patio area with a yellow fence and a table with chairs.
A building with a sign reading "Castillo Inn at the Beach" indicating a hotel.
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

Castillo Inn at the Beach
West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Eli James
P11,963
P13,660 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Castillo Inn at the Beach
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 modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.
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

Hotel Santa Barbara
Lower State, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Karri
P14,230
P16,547 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Hotel Santa Barbara
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 spacious living area with a fireplace, white cabinetry, wicker furniture, and a large window.
A beachside path with bicycles, palm trees, and a clear sky.

18. Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
West Beach, 3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Terry
P13,326
P15,217 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Lavender Inn by the Sea
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a large window with a view of palm trees and a balcony.
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden flooring, and a dining area with orange chairs and a table.
A lobby with a wooden floor, two patterned armchairs, a small table, and a wall with three framed pictures.

19. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
Canada
Julia
P10,654
P12,635 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
A resort with a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees, a beach view, and a well-maintained lawn.
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.
A waterfront hotel with a reflective pool, a pedestrian bridge, and a view of mountains in the background.

20. Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
West Beach, 2.5 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Jodi
P19,416
P22,134 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Harbor View 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
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, a mirror, and a wardrobe.
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
9.8
Exceptional
309 reviews
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A coastal house with a red roof, surrounded by palm trees and a mountain backdrop.
Harbor House Inn
9.8
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
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A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through a glass door to the outdoors.
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
9.8
Exceptional
322 reviews
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A traditional building with a white facade, arched windows, and a balcony with a railing.
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel
9.8
Exceptional
218 reviews
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A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.
Marina Beach Hotel
9.8
Exceptional
1,180 reviews
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Top Santa Barbara Zoo Hotel Reviews

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Loved this hotel. Location was fantastic, shopping and restaurants very close."
KELLY 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Hotel Santa Barbara
Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera

10/10 Excellent
"Casa Riviera is nice, our stay was quiet and enjoyable. The location is located in a nice area not to far from the beach and many restaurants"
Patrice 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Casa Riviera
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

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."
CRYSTAL 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
The Milo

The Milo

10/10 Excellent
"Great location."
Greg 3-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
The Milo
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

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."
Kris 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Palmoro House

Palmoro House

10/10 Excellent
"It’s cool annex spot w access to all amenities in main hotel. Would recommend"
Rolando 1-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Palmoro House
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

10/10 Excellent
"It had everything we needed."
Robin 2-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Clean and short walk to the beach"
Joel 2-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
The Inn at East Beach
Santa Barbara Inn

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."
Paula 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Santa Barbara Inn

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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 79 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Santa Barbara Zoo?
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this resort offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Santa Barbara Zoo. Other good choices within a short distance include Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach and Santa Barbara Inn.
How many hotels are there close to Santa Barbara Zoo?
Expedia has 79 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 Presidio Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation. 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.