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Beach Hotels in Santa Ynez, California

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Check availability on Santa Ynez Beach Hotels

Tonight
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Tomorrow
Aug 20 - Aug 21
This weekend
Aug 21 - Aug 23
Next weekend
Aug 28 - Aug 30

Our top choices for Santa Ynez beach hotels

1. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
Fairview
P6,796
P7,933 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

2. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
Old Town
P14,723
P16,813 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

3. Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
Ellwood
P15,880
P18,140 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

4. Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Fairview
  • Soak up the coastal charm at this tranquil retreat, just a 1-minute drive from sandy shores with refreshing pool and hot tub.
P12,290
P14,035 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

5. Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
Old Town
  • Take a seaside retreat near Lookout County Park, just a 12-minute walk from sun, sand, and surf adventure.
P11,445
P13,069 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

6. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara
P10,924
P12,693 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

7. The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Fairview
  • Soak up California sunshine at this beachside getaway with free shuttle to surf and sand.
P11,755
P13,470 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

8. The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Ellwood
  • Soak up the sun on a private sandy beach with free towels, then try parasailing or windsurfing just steps away.
P41,955
P53,319 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

9. Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
Old Town
P17,548
P20,067 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

10. Extended Stay America Suites Santa Barbara Calle Real

Extended Stay America Suites Santa Barbara Calle Real
Santa Barbara
P12,907
P14,981 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Extended Stay America Suites Santa Barbara Calle Real
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4 stars
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Top Santa Ynez Hotel Reviews

The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel

8/10 Good
"Great location, comfortable space, many pleasant seating areas. Oreo cookies and milk in the evening; pastry, coffee & tea in the morning, wine in the afternoon. Would stay again."
Panna 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
The Upham Hotel
Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Customer service on point very customer knowledgeable to treat the customers friendly kind helpful directed us to different places to visit was our first time there really loved it will be back while recommended for anybody wants to just chill. Pool was great big salty water excellent cleanest. Thank you, Enrique."
Enrique 2-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Lemon Tree Inn
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

8/10 Good
"Great motel room for the price in the heart of SB"
Charla 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
The Genevieve

The Genevieve

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room convenient breakfast within the property. Cute fireplace and hot tub. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Enjoyed the courtyard and fire pits."
Enoe 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
The Genevieve
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"This was a beautiful, easy on the budget, place to stay for a couple of nights to enjoy Santa Barbara. I'd definitely stay here again!"
Shannon 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Ynez like for travelers who love the beach?
Known for its casinos and spas, Santa Ynez offers a lot for the traveler planning a getaway.
When's the best time for a beach vacation in Santa Ynez?
You can plan your beach trip with a look at the seasons in Santa Ynez: The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 68°F, while the coldest months are February and March with an average of 54°F. Average annual precipitation for Santa Ynez is 17 inches.
What is there to see and do around Santa Ynez?
After getting settled at your accommodation of choice, you'll likely want to venture out and explore. Beach lovers can head straight to Refugio State Beach or El Capitan State Beach for some quality time by the water. Experience the area's casinos and spas, and make time for local attractions like Chumash Casino and Santa Ynez Valley. For more things to see and do, consider visiting Sunstone Vineyards & Winery or Lake Cachuma.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Santa Ynez?
Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Santa Ynez with ease. If you're looking to fly to Santa Ynez, the closest major airport is Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), located 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from the city center. If you'd like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

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