Hotels near Tar Pits Park

Start date: Check-in selected.
To Date
End date: Check-out

  • Change your mind

    Book hotels with free cancellation

  • Treat yourself

    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
    Sign in

  • Be picky

    Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Tonight
Dec 20 - Dec 21
Tomorrow
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Next weekend
Dec 26 - Dec 28
In two weeks
Jan 2 - Jan 4

Filter by

Guest rating
Guest rating
Star rating

Our top choices for Tar Pits Park hotels

Free daily buffet breakfast
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
2.5 star property
0.6 km from Tar Pits Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Great customer service and large, comfortable rooms!"
United States
Barry
The price is P7,458
P8,591 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Property amenity
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 star property
2.2 km from Tar Pits Park
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1356)
"Really nice hotel"
United States
Denesse
The price is P6,439
P7,417 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
2.0 star property
0.7 km from Tar Pits Park
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1203)
"A lovely motel in a great area. I had easy access to everything I wanted to see and do as well as a stunning beach. "
United States
Gareth
The price is P5,154
P5,937 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
Beach
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South
2.0 star property
0.7 km from Tar Pits Park
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (227)
"Clean and comfortable beds "
United States
Kelly
The price is P6,560
P7,544 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South
Courtyard
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
2.0 star property
2.8 km from Tar Pits Park
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1008)
"good hotel good services "
United States
Eduard
The price is P4,074
P4,810 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
Terrace/patio
Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
0.6 km from Tar Pits Park
6.8 out of 10, (631)
"Nice atmosphere and garden seating area on property. "
United States
Ben
Casa Del Sol
Outdoor pool
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
7.2 km from Tar Pits Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Everything was amazing. The views were breathtaking- the staff was all lovely and accommodating. "
United States
Samantha
The price is P8,976
P10,082 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar
Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach
5.0 star property
11.5 km from Tar Pits Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (293)
"One of the best properties I’ve stayed at. Beautiful and clean . Service is excellent. "
United States
Karina
The price is P77,425
P95,081 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
Rosewood Miramar Beach
Terrace/patio
Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.0 star property
17.6 km from Tar Pits Park
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (87)
"Great location and very nice room. Great stay! Will def go back. "
United States
Ambar
The price is P7,787
P13,228 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
Casa Riviera
Exterior
Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
17.1 km from Tar Pits Park
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1005)
"Helpful staff and a charming room with a kitchen. "
United States
Steven
The price is P7,915
P9,023 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20, 2026
Marina Beach Motel
Beach/ocean view
Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
15.3 km from Tar Pits Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"A wonderful place & an amazing staff"
United States
Ann
The price is P16,341
P18,666 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
Santa Barbara Inn
Premium bedding, memory foam beds, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina
4.0 star property
17.6 km from Tar Pits Park
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (129)
"Very tidy and most comfortable."
United States
Flamingstar
Casa De La Vina
Front of property
Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
17.1 km from Tar Pits Park
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Everything was perfect "
United States
Andrew
The price is P9,354
P10,664 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Harbor House Inn
Front of property - evening/night
La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
17.2 km from Tar Pits Park
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Clean room, kind and helpful staff, great parking, great location, very good breakfast "
United States
Luciana Adgemian Menani
The price is P11,017
P12,559 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
La Playa Inn
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
17.7 km from Tar Pits Park
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (374)
"Beautiful hotel, with a subdued vibe, exceptionally friendly staff. Walking distance from anything you might want to do in Santa Barbara."
United States
Jeffrey
The price is P17,323
P19,782 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Palihouse Santa Barbara
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin
3.0 star property
17.9 km from Tar Pits Park
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (229)
"It was amazing, I will definitely go again "
United States
Hannah
The price is P5,565
P10,696 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
Casa Jardin
View from property
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
17 km from Tar Pits Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1104)
"Spotless rooms, courteous staff, happy hrs every day with wine and cheese. Can not ask more. "
United States
Nalin
The price is P9,313
P10,616 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Front of property
The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
17.1 km from Tar Pits Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1007)
"Great hotel"
United States
LEI
The Franciscan Hotel
Front of property
The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn
3.0 star property
17.1 km from Tar Pits Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Great location and amazing breakfast."
United States
Kristina
The price is P13,318
P15,183 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
The Eagle Inn
Exterior
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
15.2 km from Tar Pits Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1196)
"Great location,very nice staff!"
United States
Patricia
The price is P6,061
P6,922 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
View all properties

Top Tar Pits Park Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"A second coffee machine would be helpful. The one coffee machine that they had would always be out. Overall experience was comfortable, clean, and relaxing."
Brenda 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Hotels near other Tar Pits Park attractions

Colony of Harbor seals (phoca vitulina richardsii) True seals without external ear lobes relaxing on the beach of Carpinteria, California (USA) in a protected wildlife sanctuary. Gulls and pelicans.

Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary

4.5/5 (44 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary, a lovely green space in Carpinteria. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
See properties
Calm sea waves splash on empty beach at sunset. Wide shot background

Carpinteria State Beach

4.5/5 (709 reviews)
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Carpinteria State Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Carpinteria. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
See properties

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Tar Pits Park?
Tar Pits Park is located in a welcoming area of Carpinteria known for its beautiful beaches and surfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 39 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Tar Pits Park?
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Tar Pits Park. Other good options within a short distance include Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South and Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South.
How many hotels are there close to Tar Pits Park?
Expedia has 39 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Tar Pits Park.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Tar Pits Park, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near Tar Pits Park.
What can I see and do near Tar Pits Park?
You can wander around Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary, Tomol Interpretive Play Area, or Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park if you want a dose of fresh air. Dip your toes in the water at Carpinteria State Beach, Rincon Beach Park, and La Conchita Beach. Explore nature at Seaside Gardens and Toro Canyon Off Leash Area.