Coastline scenery at Tar Pits Park, Carpinteria, California, includes tar covered rocks and driftwood scattered along the shore. A pier stretches into the sea, set against a backdrop of coastal cliffs

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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, (1,005 reviews)
"Great location and clean"
United States
Natalie
The price is P12,165
P14,013 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
2.0 star property
0.7 km from Tar Pits Park
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,349 reviews)
"Great location and wonderful staff"
United States
Stephen
The price is P5,007
P5,891 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
0.6 km from Tar Pits Park
7.0 out of 10, Good, (678 reviews)
"Sick vibes"
United States
Alex
The price is P10,316
P13,227 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 24 - Jun 25
Casa Del Sol

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, (1,541 reviews)
"Clean and well located hotel. Close to the beach. We really enjoyed our stay"
United States
Paulina
The price is P10,340
P11,911 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
2.0 star property
2.8 km from Tar Pits Park
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,213 reviews)
"Great place for staying. "
United States
Yanchao
The price is P4,680
P5,532 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Tide Pool Villas

Tide Pool Villas
4.5 star property
16.9 km from Tar Pits Park
6.2 out of 10, (85 reviews)
"Great location. Walking distance to the pier, many eateries, Moxi museum. "
United States
Cynthia
The price is P16,001
P25,525 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 24 - Jun 25
Tide Pool Villas

Ala Mar by the Sea

Ala Mar by the Sea
3.0 star property
16.8 km from Tar Pits Park
6.0 out of 10, (1,003 reviews)
"Surprised at older poor reviews; stayed here w elderly parents and enjoyed relaxed quiet peaceful stay, so close to beach and wharf."
United States
James
The price is P12,828
P16,751 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Ala Mar by the Sea

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
7.3 km from Tar Pits Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Cant wait to return. Very charming and perfect for a romantic getaway"
United States
Megan
The price is P13,476
P15,137 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill
3.0 star property
8.5 km from Tar Pits Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (360 reviews)
"Lovely place. Staff was accommodating. "
United States
Dawn
The price is P20,732
P24,049 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 24 - Jun 25
Inn on Summer Hill

Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach
5.0 star property
11.5 km from Tar Pits Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (325 reviews)
"One of the best hotels Ive ever stayed "
United States
AKOP
The price is P113,060
P136,697 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Rosewood Miramar Beach

Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
4.0 star property
12.6 km from Tar Pits Park
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Wonderful stay!"
United States
Anthony
The price is P13,632
P18,108 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Montecito Inn

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
15.3 km from Tar Pits Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Amazing property and great service."
United States
jelica
The price is P18,278
P20,878 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Santa Barbara Inn

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, (1,390 reviews)
"A great spot just a stones throw to the beach. Very clean and tidy, just what we needed for a couple of nights."
United Kingdom
Angus
The price is P11,774
P13,445 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
15.3 km from Tar Pits Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room and super convenient location. The staff are quite friendly as well."
United States
Jamil
The price is P11,920
P13,589 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
15.2 km from Tar Pits Park
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Such a cute property. Friendly staff, clean, comfortable room and very short walk to the water. Would definitely stay here again."
United States
Teri
The price is P10,881
P12,426 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
15.1 km from Tar Pits Park
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,009 reviews)
"great location!"
United States
Karen
The price is P12,544
P14,300 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
The Inn at East Beach

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4.0 star property
15.1 km from Tar Pits Park
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Very nice stay. Great location."
United States
brian
The price is P16,566
P21,357 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Palmoro House

Palmoro House
3.0 star property
15.2 km from Tar Pits Park
7.6 out of 10, Good, (339 reviews)
"Beach is 1 block away the zoo is only 7 min away walking rooms are super comfortable and clean "
United States
Reyna
The price is P13,082
P16,747 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Palmoro House

Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
17.1 km from Tar Pits Park
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Jill
The price is P17,673
P20,147 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Harbor House Inn

Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
17.1 km from Tar Pits Park
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,135 reviews)
"We always love staying here when visiting Santa Barbara!"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is P17,545
P20,002 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Marina Beach Hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to Tar Pits Park

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,005 reviews
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Free WiFi, bed sheets
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
2.0 star property
8.2
Very Good
1,349 reviews
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Terrace/patio
Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
7.0
Good
678 reviews
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Property amenity
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,541 reviews
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Courtyard
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
1,213 reviews
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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 33 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 Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South and Casa Del Sol.
How many hotels are there close to Tar Pits Park?
Expedia has 33 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, Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park, or Tomol Interpretive Play Area 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.