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Outdoor pool, open 9:30 AM to 9:30 PM, pool umbrellas

1. Marina Beach Hotel

West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Amy

HK$1,737

HK$1,981 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, individually decorated

Beach nearby, beach umbrellas, beach towels

2. Harbor House Inn

West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Jackson

HK$2,083

HK$2,374 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

3. Casa De La Vina

3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Jane Hodges

HK$1,340

HK$2,109 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

4. Casa Riviera

Laguna, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Monica

HK$1,336

HK$2,104 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

5. Casa Jardin

Laguna, 3.2 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Yessica

HK$1,267

HK$2,025 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

6. Casa Yano by The Beach

West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Kelli

HK$2,101

HK$3,199 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

7. La Playa Inn

West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

darryl a

HK$1,927

HK$2,197 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

8. The Franciscan Hotel

West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Marcella

HK$1,369

HK$1,561 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

9. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Amy

HK$2,005

HK$2,285 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

10. Palihouse Santa Barbara

3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Mary

HK$3,099

HK$3,538 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

11. Mason Beach Inn

West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Dayne

HK$2,510

HK$2,913 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Aug - 12 Aug

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

12. The Eagle Inn

West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Steve

HK$3,870

HK$4,411 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Aug - 23 Aug

13. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Kennedy

HK$2,332

HK$2,711 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Aug - 11 Aug

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, alarm clocks, bed sheets

Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels

14. Castillo Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Abraham

HK$1,875

HK$2,141 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

15. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Martin

HK$1,264

HK$1,502 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

16. Hotel Californian

The Funk Zone, 2.4 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Caroline

HK$3,130

HK$4,157 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

17. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

East Beach, 0.6 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Ismael Vasquez

HK$1,264

HK$1,443 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

18. Beachside Inn

West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Adam

HK$1,836

HK$2,096 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

19. ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

Lower State, 2.6 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Prahlad

HK$1,461

HK$1,665 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

20. Haley Hotel

Lower State, 2.7 km from Santa Barbara Zoo

Rey Jacob

HK$1,347

HK$1,614 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Barbara Zoo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Marina Beach Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,166 reviews	View
Harbor House Inn	9.8 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Casa De La Vina	9.8 Exceptional 198 reviews	View
Casa Riviera	9.8 Exceptional 273 reviews	View
Casa Jardin	9.6 Exceptional 293 reviews	View

Top Santa Barbara Zoo Hotel Reviews

Santa Barbara Inn

8/10 Good

"Bed very comfortable. They charge residents for overnight parking Not enough beds around the pool. Property a little dated but nevertheless enjoyed our stay."

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"The breakfast was great. They kept our bags all day for free after we checked out. We ate dinner we bought in their lobby while waiting for our taxi on the day we checked out. They were great"

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Location"

Palmoro House

10/10 Excellent

"Property was clean. The room was as beautiful we really enjoyed our stay. The front desk was also very helpful and nice to us. We really felt taken care of thank you! ❤️"

Hotel Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay for our mini-honeymoon! The room is very comfortable with a great location near many restaurants, coffee shops, and places to drink wine. The staff were all friendly and very, very helpful! There is a mild amount of noise being near State street but nothing that diminishes the stay at all. Would definitely recommend to anyone staying in Santa Barbara."

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

10/10 Excellent

".staff was great, very patient friendly. Nice sized room with everything you need."

Soul & Sea #1 – East Beach Guesthouse

10/10 Excellent

"Super clean, well-stocked, very organized. It’s a great location within walking distance of the beach as well as the zoo. Hosts were very responsive. Great stay!"

Entire guesthouse in Santa Barbara, California

10/10 Excellent

"We had a cozy overnight stay at the Zen Den. Clean, comfortable, and clear communication throughout our stay. Conveniently located as well - would recommend!"

Mariposa- One Bedroom Flat; sweet getaway by the Beach! newly renovated beauty

10/10 Excellent

"Great location for walking to Zoo, beach and access to lower State St., Milpas, etc. Especially great for meeting up with friends staying at Inn at Santa Barbara! Very comfortable and with a lovely host."

Other attractions near Santa Barbara Zoo

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East Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at East Beach during your trip to Santa Barbara? Stroll along the seaside or seek out the cycling trails.

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Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

9.6/10 (8 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center during your trip to Santa Barbara. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Municipal Tennis Center

Catch an event at Municipal Tennis Center during your trip to Santa Barbara. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this walkable area.

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Cabrillo Bike Path

9.6/10 (11 reviews)

You can take time to visit Cabrillo Bike Path during your travels to Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Andree Clark Bird Refuge

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can take time to visit Andree Clark Bird Refuge during your travels to Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Cabrillo Pavillion

10.0/10 (1 review)

Cabrillo Pavillion is just one of the places to see in Santa Barbara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside or seek out the cycling trails.

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Lower Village

You can take time to visit Soma Get Fit during your travels to Lower Village. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Chase Palm Park

9.6/10 (5 reviews)

Chase Palm Park is just one of the places to see in Santa Barbara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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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, take a look at the 81 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Santa Barbara Zoo?

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and 2 bars. It's located just a short 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Santa Barbara Zoo. Other good choices within a short distance include Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort and The Inn at East Beach.

How many hotels are there close to Santa Barbara Zoo?

Expedia has 81 hotels and other accommodation options 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! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Santa Barbara Zoo.

What can I see and do near Santa Barbara Zoo?

You'll want to browse the collections at El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, Presidio Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum. Explore notable local landmarks like Mission Santa Barbara, Casa Del Herrero and Rafael Gonzalez House. You can catch a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, Arlington Theater and Lobero Theater.

How can I get to Santa Barbara Zoo?

With so many choices for transport, seeing all of the area near Santa Barbara Zoo is a breeze. If you want to explore the larger area, hop aboard a train at Santa Barbara Station. You can learn about water transport options at the local port.

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Our top choices for Santa Barbara Zoo hotels

1. Marina Beach Hotel

2. Harbor House Inn

3. Casa De La Vina

4. Casa Riviera

5. Casa Jardin

6. Casa Yano by The Beach

7. La Playa Inn

8. The Franciscan Hotel

9. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

10. Palihouse Santa Barbara

11. Mason Beach Inn

12. The Eagle Inn

13. Hotel Santa Barbara

14. Castillo Inn at the Beach

15. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

16. Hotel Californian

17. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

18. Beachside Inn

19. ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

20. Haley Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to Santa Barbara Zoo

Top Santa Barbara Zoo Hotel Reviews

Santa Barbara Inn

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Palmoro House

Hotel Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Soul & Sea #1 – East Beach Guesthouse

Entire guesthouse in Santa Barbara, California

Mariposa- One Bedroom Flat; sweet getaway by the Beach! newly renovated beauty

Other attractions near Santa Barbara Zoo

East Beach

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Municipal Tennis Center

Cabrillo Bike Path

Andree Clark Bird Refuge

Cabrillo Pavillion

Lower Village

Chase Palm Park

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