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Top Trending Hotels Near Waterfront, Santa Barbara

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1235)
"Beautiful place to stay"
The price is P17,512
P19,998 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Inn By The Harbor
Front of property - evening/night

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1618)
"Close to a lot of places and restaurants "
The price is P14,653
P16,733 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Inn By The Harbor
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1760)
"Excellent location,best staff"
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Social Stays
Fridge, microwave, dishwasher

Social Stays

1.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (16)
"It's a hostel, but it was very nice, and very clean. "
The price is P6,084
P6,936 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 10 - Jul 11
Social Stays
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Friendly staff and easy check in"
The price is P9,359
P10,781 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Terrace/patio

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1015)
"Great location! "
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (660)
"From the proprietors to the premises, the entire stay was exceptionally charming. They’ve thought of all the comforts at this well cared for, quaint and establishment."
The price is P18,154
P20,731 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
La Playa Inn
Front of property - evening/night

La Playa Inn

2.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Great property!"
The price is P15,679
P17,874 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
La Playa Inn
Casa Jardin
Exterior

Casa Jardin

2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (179)
"Beautifully maintained, quiet, incredibly walkable "
Casa Jardin
The Craft House Inn
1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

The Craft House Inn

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6)
"Nicely decorated and comfortable. Great amenities and outdoor space. Loved the craftsman vibe."
The price is P14,979
P17,105 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
The Craft House Inn
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Beach nearby

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Our stay here was fabulous! Nearly restaurants are excellent and close to the beach! We love biking in the area and that is a huge bonus!! "
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Sandpiper Lodge
Lobby sitting area

Sandpiper Lodge

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1619)
"It’s a nice and affordable place to stay in Santa Barbara"
The price is P6,378
P7,271 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Sandpiper Lodge
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 9 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"My favorite place to stay when visiting Santa Barbara."
The price is P10,495
P12,194 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Room amenity

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1041)
"Location was fantastic, comfortable room and great staff"
The price is P8,822
P10,057 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Beachside Inn
View from room

Beachside Inn

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Good place basic breakfast great location lived the hotel decor highly recommend "
The price is P13,869
P15,838 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Beachside Inn
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Outdoor pool

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1010)
"It’s a wonderful getaway with the most beautiful ocean views. "
The price is P11,163
P12,538 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 17 - Jul 18
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (514)
"Staff and service was truly remarkable! Loved my stay "
The price is P53,278
P60,841 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Courtyard

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Great location "
The price is P10,430
P11,911 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
The Franciscan Hotel
Front of property

The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1024)
"Location was great and room was clean. "
The Franciscan Hotel
The De La Vina Inn
Front of property

The De La Vina Inn

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (51)
"Beautiful room with a fireplace, and Jacuzzi tub. Easy check-in, quiet and very romantic. Definitely will book again when in the Santa Barbara area."
The price is P10,214
P13,274 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
The De La Vina Inn
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Where to stay in Waterfront

Find the best Waterfront areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
Montecito map

Montecito

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.

Santa Barbara Beach map

Santa Barbara Beach

8 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

Santa Barbara showing a coastal town
Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair
Open Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair
Downtown Santa Barbara map

Downtown Santa Barbara

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.

East Beach map

East Beach

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

East Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

West Beach map

West Beach

While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum.

Frequently asked questions

What is Waterfront like?

Travelers to the Waterfront neighborhood in Santa Barbara will be sure to enjoy their stay. Be sure to check out East Beach and Santa Barbara Harbor as part of your Waterfront travel plans.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Waterfront, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available in Waterfront.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Waterfront?

For more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Waterfront, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What is there to do around this Santa Barbara neighborhood?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Leadbetter Beach, Chase Palm Park, and Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center. You could also plan a visit to East Beach or Santa Barbara Harbor while you're in the neighborhood. Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, Santa Barbara Deep Sea, and Stearns Wharf are just a few of the places to visit in and around Waterfront. Santa Barbara Art Foundry and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara.