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Waterfront hotels in Santa Barbara
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1. Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront ResortEast Beach, 0.5 km from Waterfront
7.8 out of 10, Good, (378 reviews)
"Amazing beach loved it here"
McKenna
The price is HK$2,518
HK$3,228 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
2. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
West Beach Inn, a Coast HotelWest Beach, 1.3 km from Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,105 reviews)
"Love this hotel. Great location and a good breakfast is offered. Walkable and close to the beach."
Amy
The price is HK$2,302
HK$2,624 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
3. Santa Barbara Inn
Santa Barbara InnEast Beach, 0.9 km from Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay. Conveniently located to the beach"
Mario
The price is HK$2,647
HK$3,023 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
4. La Playa Inn
La Playa InnWest Beach, 1.4 km from Waterfront
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"great place to stay. Excellent location, very helpful staff, will definitely stay here again"
darryl a
The price is HK$2,126
HK$2,424 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
5. Harbor View Inn
Harbor View InnWest Beach, 0.9 km from Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Would stay again!"
Danielle
The price is HK$2,729
HK$3,111 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
6. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - BeachEast Beach, 1 km from Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,434 reviews)
"Great place for the price"
Ismael Vasquez
The price is HK$1,306
HK$1,491 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
7. Beachside Inn
Beachside InnWest Beach, 1.3 km from Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,231 reviews)
"Great place to stay when in Santa Barbara"
Adam
The price is HK$1,927
HK$2,200 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
8. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the BeachWest Beach, 1.5 km from Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,411 reviews)
"Brisas was a great location and the staff was wonderful and helpful.
Would definitely stay there again."
Ignacio
The price is HK$2,071
HK$2,364 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
9. Marina Beach Hotel
Marina Beach HotelWest Beach, 1.3 km from Waterfront
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,158 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
Amy
The price is HK$1,878
HK$2,141 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
10. Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by HyattEast Beach, 1.1 km from Waterfront
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay."
Adolfo
The price is HK$2,125
HK$2,740 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
11. Hotel Santa Barbara
Hotel Santa BarbaraLower State, 1.5 km from Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,450 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel!"
Kennedy
The price is HK$2,331
HK$2,711 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
12. Inn By The Harbor
Inn By The HarborWest Beach, 1.6 km from Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,899 reviews)
"Great location"
Richard
The price is HK$2,336
HK$2,668 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
13. Mason Beach Inn
Mason Beach InnWest Beach, 1.3 km from Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great hotel."
Dayne
The price is HK$2,509
HK$2,913 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
14. Hotel Californian
Hotel CalifornianThe Funk Zone, 0.8 km from Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (985 reviews)
"Great location, no complaints at all. Views were amazing and everyone was very happy, polite, and generally just in good moods!"
Caroline
The price is HK$2,972
HK$3,976 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
15. Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa BarbaraEast Beach, 1 km from Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"A great little beach getaway! The king deck room was great. Very convenient location."
Victoria
The price is HK$1,459
HK$1,666 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
16. Riviera Beach House
Riviera Beach HouseThe Funk Zone, 0.9 km from Waterfront
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Pet-friendly, good location"
Laurette
The price is HK$1,868
HK$2,133 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
17. The Inn at East Beach
The Inn at East BeachEast Beach, 1.1 km from Waterfront
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Our original booking was only for 2 nights and we found the Inn so wonderful after the first night we extended for 3 more nights. Perfect location!"
Patrick
The price is HK$1,468
HK$1,674 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
19. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa BarbaraWest Beach, 1.4 km from Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,318 reviews)
"Great place to stay and great location."
Martin
The price is HK$1,405
HK$1,663 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
20. Castillo Inn at the Beach
Castillo Inn at the BeachWest Beach, 1.4 km from Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Simple hotel but great location!"
Abraham
The price is HK$1,874
HK$2,140 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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Where to stay in Waterfront
Find the best Waterfront areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and West Beach.
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.
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 Presidio Santa Barbara or Arlington Theater might round out your trip.
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West Beach
If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.
East Beach
East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.
