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Our top choices for East Beach hotels

1. Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from East Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Jill
The price is HK$2,082
HK$2,373 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Harbor House Inn

2. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.4 km from East Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,153 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
James
The price is HK$2,192
HK$2,498 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Marina Beach Hotel

3. Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.5 star property
Laguna, 2.5 km from East Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (250 reviews)
"Amazing stay! We stayed at the Casa De La Vina previously, and this stay was just as good! Communication was smooth, and the stay is always clean!"
United States
John Christopher
The price is HK$1,957
HK$2,812 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Casa Riviera

4. Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina
4.0 star property
2.7 km from East Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (193 reviews)
"Great location. Very comfortable room; nice amenities. Within walking distance to many great places. Would definitely stay here again."
United States
Jane Hodges
The price is HK$1,762
HK$2,589 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Casa De La Vina

5. Casa Yano by The Beach

Casa Yano by The Beach
4.0 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from East Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Really nice stay! Modern and very clean. I love how close we were to everything. Walking distance to shops, the harbor and restaurants. The hosts were very nice and the communication was excellent! We will definitely go back."
United States
Kelli
The price is HK$3,160
HK$4,407 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Casa Yano by The Beach

6. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.5 km from East Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"great place to stay. Excellent location, very helpful staff, will definitely stay here again"
United States
darryl a
The price is HK$2,126
HK$2,424 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
La Playa Inn

7. Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
2.7 km from East Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (426 reviews)
"Wonderful stay - the hotel is unique and centrally located, just a quick walk to the main drag. Room was spacious and very well appointed."
United States
Mary
The price is HK$3,097
HK$3,537 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Palihouse Santa Barbara

8. The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.4 km from East Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,226 reviews)
"Great place. Lots of things to do around there"
United States
Jaime
The price is HK$1,578
HK$1,799 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
The Franciscan Hotel

9. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Lower State, 2.5 km from East Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,443 reviews)
"Best place I’ve stayed in Santa Barbara and the location is unmatched!"
United States
Dominique
The price is HK$2,331
HK$2,710 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Hotel Santa Barbara

10. Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin
3.0 star property
Laguna, 2.9 km from East Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (286 reviews)
"Had a great stay, ideal stay and close to Santa Barbara bowl."
United States
Yessica
The price is HK$1,422
HK$2,202 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Casa Jardin

11. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from East Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,120 reviews)
"Clean rooms , great breakfast 🍳, nice pool, 🏊‍♀️"
United States
Lorena
The price is HK$2,745
HK$3,130 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

12. Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.4 km from East Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great hotel."
United States
Dayne
The price is HK$2,537
HK$2,944 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Mason Beach Inn

13. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
West Beach, 2.6 km from East Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,416 reviews)
"Great position, friendly staff, property design & appearance great, rooms comfortable"
Australia
David
The price is HK$2,121
HK$2,422 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

14. Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
West Beach, 2.7 km from East Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,894 reviews)
"Breakfast was excellent, room exceeded expectations"
United States
Thomas
The price is HK$2,282
HK$2,606 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Inn By The Harbor

15. Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.5 km from East Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"The hotel is conveniently located to the main attractions. The staff is super friendly. The rooms are not quite updated and could be noisy with the traffic around the hotel."
United States
Li
The price is HK$1,874
HK$2,140 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Castillo Inn at the Beach

16. Beach House Inn

Beach House Inn
2.0 star property
West Beach, 2.5 km from East Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"excellent location, accessible, clean and spacious! friendly staff."
United States
Sharon
The price is HK$2,490
HK$2,838 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Beach House Inn

17. Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
West Beach, 2 km from East Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean rooms. Great location."
United States
Kavian
The price is HK$2,729
HK$3,111 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Harbor View Inn

18. Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
West Beach, 2.5 km from East Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,338 reviews)
"Very nice stay with a great location"
United States
Brian
The price is HK$2,280
HK$2,604 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Lavender Inn by the Sea

19. Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
The Funk Zone, 1.9 km from East Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (979 reviews)
"Great location, no complaints at all. Views were amazing and everyone was very happy, polite, and generally just in good moods!"
United States
Caroline
The price is HK$3,364
HK$4,423 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Hotel Californian

20. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
East Beach, 0.2 km from East Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,426 reviews)
"The rooms were very clean. Parking was easy and the place was very close to the beach."
United States
Michael
The price is HK$1,475
HK$1,684 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
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Compare popular hotels close to East Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Front of property
Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
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Exterior
Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,153 reviews
View
Interior
Casa Riviera
4.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
250 reviews
View
Exterior
Casa De La Vina
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
193 reviews
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Interior
Casa Yano by The Beach
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
14 reviews
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around East Beach?
East Beach is located in Santa Barbara. This welcoming area is known for its beautiful beaches and popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 66 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near East Beach?
Adjacent to East Beach, Santa Barbara Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices within a short distance include Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt and Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort.
How many hotels will I find close to East Beach?
Expedia has 66 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from East Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near East Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near East Beach.
What can I see and do near East Beach?
You'll want to browse the collections at El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, Presidio Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center. Mission Santa Barbara, Rafael Gonzalez House and Casa de la Guerra are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around East Beach. You can watch performances at Lobero Theater, Santa Barbara Bowl and Granada Theatre if you're interested in local theatre.
How can I get to East Beach?
If you're taking a train into town, Santa Barbara Station is the closest station to Santa Barbara Beach. There may not be many public transport options near to East Beach so consider renting a car to see more of the area.