Coastline scenery at Tar Pits Park, Carpinteria, California, includes tar covered rocks and driftwood scattered along the shore. A pier stretches into the sea, set against a backdrop of coastal cliffs

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
2.5 star property
0.6 km from Tar Pits Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,012 reviews)
"Great location and clean"
United States
Natalie
The price is HK$1,559
HK$1,796 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
2.0 star property
0.7 km from Tar Pits Park
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,338 reviews)
"Great location and wonderful staff"
United States
Stephen
The price is HK$642
HK$755 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
0.6 km from Tar Pits Park
7.0 out of 10, Good, (678 reviews)
"Sick vibes"
United States
Alex
The price is HK$1,322
HK$1,695 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Casa Del Sol

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 star property
2.2 km from Tar Pits Park
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,523 reviews)
"Clean and well located hotel. Close to the beach. We really enjoyed our stay"
United States
Paulina
The price is HK$1,259
HK$1,450 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
2.0 star property
2.8 km from Tar Pits Park
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,214 reviews)
"Great place for staying. "
United States
Yanchao
The price is HK$600
HK$709 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Tide Pool Villas

Tide Pool Villas
4.5 star property
16.9 km from Tar Pits Park
6.2 out of 10, (85 reviews)
"Great location. Walking distance to the pier, many eateries, Moxi museum. "
United States
Cynthia
The price is HK$2,071
HK$3,296 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jun - 19 Jun
Tide Pool Villas

Ala Mar by the Sea

Ala Mar by the Sea
3.0 star property
16.8 km from Tar Pits Park
6.0 out of 10, (1,010 reviews)
"Surprised at older poor reviews; stayed here w elderly parents and enjoyed relaxed quiet peaceful stay, so close to beach and wharf."
United States
James
The price is HK$1,644
HK$2,147 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Ala Mar by the Sea

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
7.3 km from Tar Pits Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,016 reviews)
"Cant wait to return. Very charming and perfect for a romantic getaway"
United States
Megan
The price is HK$1,438
HK$1,615 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill
3.0 star property
8.5 km from Tar Pits Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (359 reviews)
"Lovely place. Staff was accommodating. "
United States
Dawn
The price is HK$3,126
HK$3,626 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Inn on Summer Hill

Beach House Inn

Beach House Inn
2.0 star property
17.3 km from Tar Pits Park
The price is HK$2,663
HK$3,036 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Beach House Inn

Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach
5.0 star property
11.5 km from Tar Pits Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (323 reviews)
"One of the best hotels Ive ever stayed "
United States
AKOP
The price is HK$12,479
HK$15,182 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jun - 19 Jun
Rosewood Miramar Beach

Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
4.0 star property
12.6 km from Tar Pits Park
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Wonderful stay!"
United States
Anthony
The price is HK$1,747
HK$2,320 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Montecito Inn

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
13 km from Tar Pits Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"Clean, great staff, walkable neighborhood"
United States
Sandra
The price is HK$1,512
HK$1,724 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
15.3 km from Tar Pits Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,016 reviews)
"Amazing property and great service."
United States
jelica
The price is HK$2,342
HK$2,675 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Santa Barbara Inn

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
15.2 km from Tar Pits Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,396 reviews)
"A great spot just a stones throw to the beach. Very clean and tidy, just what we needed for a couple of nights."
United Kingdom
Angus
The price is HK$1,481
HK$1,691 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
15.3 km from Tar Pits Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,017 reviews)
"Clean room and super convenient location. The staff are quite friendly as well."
United States
Jamil
The price is HK$1,498
HK$1,708 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
15.2 km from Tar Pits Park
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Such a cute property. Friendly staff, clean, comfortable room and very short walk to the water. Would definitely stay here again."
United States
Teri
The price is HK$1,403
HK$1,602 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
15.1 km from Tar Pits Park
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,020 reviews)
"great location!"
United States
Karen
The price is HK$1,172
HK$1,336 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
The Inn at East Beach

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4.0 star property
15.1 km from Tar Pits Park
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice stay. Great location."
United States
brian
The price is HK$2,499
HK$3,166 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Palmoro House

Palmoro House
3.0 star property
15.2 km from Tar Pits Park
7.6 out of 10, Good, (337 reviews)
"Beach is 1 block away the zoo is only 7 min away walking rooms are super comfortable and clean "
United States
Reyna
The price is HK$1,614
HK$2,075 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Palmoro House
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Compare popular hotels close to Tar Pits Park

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,012 reviews
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Free WiFi, bed sheets
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
2.0 star property
8.2
Very good
1,338 reviews
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Terrace/patio
Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
7.0
Good
678 reviews
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Property amenity
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,523 reviews
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Courtyard
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
1,214 reviews
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Tar Pits Park?
Tar Pits Park is located in a welcoming area of Carpinteria known for its beautiful beaches and surfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 32 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Tar Pits Park?
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Tar Pits Park. Other good options close by include Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South and Casa Del Sol.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to Tar Pits Park?
Expedia has 32 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Tar Pits Park.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Tar Pits Park, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Tar Pits Park.
What can I see and do near Tar Pits Park?
You can wander around Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary, Tomol Interpretive Play Area or Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park if you want a dose of fresh air. Dip your toes in the water at Carpinteria State Beach, Rincon Beach Park and La Conchita Beach. Explore nature at Seaside Gardens and Toro Canyon Off Leash Area.