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Our top choices for Stearns Wharf hotels

1. Casa Castillo

Casa Castillo
2.2 km from Stearns Wharf
United States
David
HK$1,672
HK$2,488 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Casa Castillo

2. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
West Beach, 0.7 km from Stearns Wharf
United States
Amy
HK$1,737
HK$1,981 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Marina Beach Hotel

3. Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
West Beach, 0.6 km from Stearns Wharf
United States
Jackson
HK$2,083
HK$2,374 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Harbor House Inn

4. Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina
1.2 km from Stearns Wharf
United States
Jane Hodges
HK$1,340
HK$2,109 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Casa De La Vina

5. Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
Laguna, 1.6 km from Stearns Wharf
United States
Monica
HK$1,336
HK$2,104 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Casa Riviera

6. Casa Yano by The Beach

Casa Yano by The Beach
West Beach, 0.7 km from Stearns Wharf
United States
Kelli
HK$2,101
HK$3,199 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Casa Yano by The Beach

7. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
Oak Park, 2.9 km from Stearns Wharf
United States
Noel
HK$2,526
HK$2,884 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

8. Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin
Laguna, 2 km from Stearns Wharf
United States
Yessica
HK$1,267
HK$2,025 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Casa Jardin

9. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
West Beach, 0.8 km from Stearns Wharf
United States
darryl a
HK$1,927
HK$2,197 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
La Playa Inn

10. The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
West Beach, 0.7 km from Stearns Wharf
United States
Marcella
HK$1,369
HK$1,561 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
The Franciscan Hotel

11. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
West Beach, 0.6 km from Stearns Wharf
United States
Amy
HK$2,005
HK$2,285 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

12. Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
1.8 km from Stearns Wharf
United States
Mary
HK$3,099
HK$3,538 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Palihouse Santa Barbara

13. Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
West Beach, 0.7 km from Stearns Wharf
United States
Dayne
HK$2,510
HK$2,913 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Mason Beach Inn

14. The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn
West Beach, 0.7 km from Stearns Wharf
United States
Steve
HK$3,870
HK$4,411 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
The Eagle Inn

15. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
Lower State, 1.2 km from Stearns Wharf
United States
Kennedy
HK$2,332
HK$2,711 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Hotel Santa Barbara

16. The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, 2.5 km from Stearns Wharf
United States
Sean
HK$1,698
HK$1,935 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
The Upham Hotel

17. Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
West Beach, 0.7 km from Stearns Wharf
United States
Abraham
HK$1,875
HK$2,141 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Castillo Inn at the Beach

18. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
West Beach, 0.8 km from Stearns Wharf
United States
Martin
HK$1,264
HK$1,502 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

19. Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
West Beach, 1 km from Stearns Wharf
United States
Richard
HK$2,189
HK$2,499 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Inn By The Harbor

20. Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
The Funk Zone, 0.4 km from Stearns Wharf
United States
Caroline
HK$3,130
HK$4,157 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Hotel Californian
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Compare popular hotels close to Stearns Wharf

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Interior
Casa Castillo
10.0
Exceptional
6 reviews
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Exterior
Marina Beach Hotel
9.8
Exceptional
1,166 reviews
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Front of property
Harbor House Inn
9.8
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
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Exterior
Casa De La Vina
9.8
Exceptional
198 reviews
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Interior
Casa Riviera
9.8
Exceptional
273 reviews
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Top Stearns Wharf Hotel Reviews

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

8/10 Good
"Staff is always friendly, helpful and attentive"
Ann 3-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Room was so clean!"
Melanie 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Mason Beach Inn
Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

10/10 Excellent
"It’s a great place close to the wharf and the staff is super friendly"
Shabana 2-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Inn By The Harbor
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

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"
Margaret 1-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"This is an excellent location and within walking distance of many of Santa Barbara's top attractions. Stearns Wharf and State Street are both about a 15-minute walk away, and you'll find plenty of great restaurants, shops, and entertainment nearby. The property is well maintained, with clean, comfortable rooms, as well as a nice pool and spa to relax after a day of exploring. Parking can be limited, but once you arrive, there's really no need to drive. Most of the area's attractions are easily accessible on foot, making it a great place to stay. I had a wonderful experience and would definitely recommend this property."
Tadashi 3-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
The Franciscan Hotel
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Location"
Maged 3-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Ala Mar by the Sea

Ala Mar by the Sea

10/10 Excellent
"Best bang for your buck around. You can't beat the location if you want to enjoy the beach. It's close to the fun on the pier and you can still walk downtown relatively easily (although it is a good distance for a stroll). There are many eateries close by for breakfast, lunch or dinner. The little pool they share with the sister hotel next door made for a refreshing dip and the hot tub was enjoyable to relax in. The staff were kind and helpful although sometimes there's no one at the front desk so no help when that occurs. Parking is very tight, as it goes in cities like this so be aware that if you don't get a space then you'll have to track one down on the surrounding streets. And you need to be realistic that at this price, you are not getting a super fancy, luxurious resort hotel. It's a cute little boutique hotel, they're old buildings and some of that show, but it came off as beautiful character to me personally. So make sure you have proper expectations and a good perspective going in. They do a fun little happy hour with some wine, crackers and cheese as well as a continental breakfast that included pastries, pie, fruit, bagels, cereal, waffles, juice and coffee. It was just what we were looking for and we really enjoyed our time there!"
Zachary 3-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Ala Mar by the Sea
La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn

10/10 Excellent
"We loved this little boutique hotel. The staff was super friendly and helpful. A big plus for us was the parking. Yes, they have covered parking if you want it, but we also had parking right outside of our door, which made it super easy for packing and unpacking. The location was great for walking along the waterfront and visiting great restaurants. This is a definite yes, for staying again if, we are ever in Santa Barbara again."
Preston 1-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
La Playa Inn
Hotel Santa Barbara

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."
Alberto 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hotel Santa Barbara

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A pier extending into calm waters, palm trees, and a mountainous backdrop.

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

9.6/10 (8 reviews)
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A beach with palm trees and a clear blue sky.

West Beach

9.6/10 (10 reviews)
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, West Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Santa Barbara. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the cycling trails.
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A marina with multiple boats docked, calm water, and a clear sky.
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Santa Barbara Harbor

9.2/10 (2,746 reviews)
Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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Santa Barbara Deep Sea

6.0/10 (1 review)
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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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MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation

2.0/10 (2 reviews)
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Santa Barbara Art Foundry

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Reagan Ranch Center

4.8/10 (3 reviews)
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Stearns Wharf?
Stearns Wharf is located in a walkable area of Santa Barbara known for its beautiful beaches and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 211 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Stearns Wharf?
Adjacent to Stearns Wharf, Hotel Californian is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Other good choices within a short distance include Avania Inn of Santa Barbara and Hotel Santa Barbara.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Stearns Wharf?
Expedia has 211 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Stearns Wharf.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Stearns Wharf, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Stearns Wharf.
What can I see and do near Stearns Wharf?
Study the collections at Presidio Santa Barbara, El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park or Santa Barbara Natural History Museum. Mission Santa Barbara, Casa Del Herrero and Casa de la Guerra are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can watch performances at Arlington Theater, Santa Barbara Bowl and Lobero Theater if you're interested in local theatre.
How can I get to Stearns Wharf?
With so many choices for transport, exploring the area around Stearns Wharf is a breeze. If you want to explore the larger area, hop on a train at Santa Barbara Station. You can learn about water travel options at the local port.