Hotels on the beach in Santa Barbara, United States

• 1 Rosewood Miramar Beach Montecito

  Guest Rating 9.0

  
  • This hotel has a private beach area

  Address 1759 South Jameson Lane Show on map

  • Heated pool
  • Water sports facility
  • Gym / fitness center
  • Pets are welcome
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• 2 West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel West Beach

  Guest Rating 8.9

  

  Showcasing views of the Pacific Ocean, this hotel opposite Santa Barbara beach offers a free deluxe continental breakfast. This harbor-front inn features a heated outdoor pool and hot tub. Free Wi-Fi is available. A flat-screen TV with free film channels is included in all guest rooms at West Beach Inn. Decorated with dark wood furnishings, all air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a refrigerator. A free continental breakfast is provided every morning as well as free nightly poolside wine and cheese reception. Free tea, coffee and hot chocolate is available in the lobby daily. A complimentary 2-hour bike rental is also offered. The Museum of Natural History Santa Barbara is a 10 minutes’ drive from the Inn West Beach. Stearn's Wharf and Santa Barbara City College are both 15 minutes’ walk from the inn. Show full description

  Address 306 West Cabrillo Boulevard Show on map

  • Heated pool
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• 3 Harbor View Inn West Beach

  Guest Rating 8.8

  

  Offering an outdoor pool and hot tub, this Santa Barbara hotel is less than 5 minutes’ walk from Stearn’s Wharf. Guests can enjoy a full service spa experience at Spa Beaumontia, located on-site. Guest rooms feature free WiFi. The modern rooms at Harbor View Inn include an HDTV with film channels and a mini-bar. Guest robes, a safety deposit box and a work desk are also provided. A fitness center with elliptical machines and stationary bikes is available for guests of Harbor View Inn. A 24-hour business center and concierge services are featured for maximum convenience. A gift shop is also located at the hotel. East Beach is 5 minutes’ drive from the hotel. Santa Barbara Mission and Arroyo Burro Beach County Park are both 10 minutes’ drive away. Show full description

  Address 28 West Cabrillo Boulevard Show on map

  • Heated pool
  • Gym / fitness center
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• 4 Casa Del Mar Inn West Beach

  Guest Rating 8.6

  

  This hotel is located less than 5 minutes from Stearns Wharf and Ledbetter Beach and Park. It features rooms with flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. The accommodations at the Santa Barbara Casa Del Mar Inn include a work desk. In-room spa services are available upon request. A hair dryer and ironing facilities are provided. Casa Del Mar Inn serves a buffet breakfast every morning. Complimentary wine and cheese are available in the lobby every evening. Dry cleaning and laundry services are available. The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum is a 10-minute walk from Casa Del Mar Inn. The Santa Barbara Museum of Art is a 5-minute drive from the hotel. Show full description

  Address 18 Bath Street Show on map

  • Tennis court
  • Pets are welcome
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• 5 The Milo West Beach

  Guest Rating 8.3

  

  This oceanfront hotel in downtown Santa Barbara is 4 minutes' walk from Stearns Wharf. It offers 2 heated outdoor pools. A flat-screen cable TV is provided in each of the colorful, modern rooms. Each air-conditioned room has an iPod dock, wooden floors and a ceiling fan. A custom coffee machine with coffee is available in each guest room and ocean view rooms are available. There is also a patio dining area with a tropical garden. Guests at Hotel Milo Santa Barbara can relax in the hot tub. Santa Barbara Winery and the Santa Barbara Amtrak are within 10 minutes' walk of this hotel. Show full description

  Address 202 West Cabrillo Boulevard Show on map

  • Heated pool
  • Tennis court
  • Pets are welcome
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• 6 The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara Goleta

  Guest Rating 8.1

  
  • This hotel has a private beach area

  Adjacent to the Sandpiper golf course, this Santa Barbara resort features beautiful ocean views, an outdoor pool and on-site dining. All guest rooms include a private patio with a view. At the The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara, all rooms with attached bathroom include a TV. Comfortably furnished, all rooms feature a seating area. Bathrobes and slippers are provided. A variety of dining options are available at the The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara. Signature cocktails are available at the ‘O’ Bar & Terrace. Guests can also unwind at the on-site fitness center. There are also tennis courts and hiking trails on-site. The property hosts one of the largest spas on the west coast with added features like an adults-only pool and a rooftop terrace. There is also a meeting area for guests on business. Santa Barbara city center is 13 miles away from the resort. The Santa Barbara Mission is 18 minutes’ drive away. Show full description

  Address 8301 Holllister Avenue Show on map

  • Swimming pool
  • Tennis court
  • Ping pong tables
  • Gym / fitness center
  • Pets are welcome
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• 7 Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt East Beach

  Guest Rating 7.5

  

  This Santa Barbara beachfront resort offers an outdoor pool with a poolside lounge. Sterns Wharf and State Street shops’ is 5 minutes’ drive away. Fresh bathrobes and free WiFi are offered in all rooms. Select rooms’ feature an ocean view at Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt. A flat-screen TV, modern dark wood furnishings, white linens and red accents are featured in all rooms. Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt offers an onsite restaurant and lounge, Costa Kitchen and Bar. Room service is available. Lido Cafe, the property's poolside lounge, features ocean views. A fitness center, concierge services and valet parking is offered. University of California, Santa Barbara is 12 miles away. Santa Barbara Botanic Garden is 5 miles away from Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt. Show full description

  Address 1111 East Cabrillo Boulevard Show on map

  • Swimming pool
  • Gym / fitness center
  • Pets are welcome
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• 8 Cabrillo Inn at the Beach East Beach

  Guest Rating 7.3

  

  OFFICE HOURS 8:00AM - 10:00PM (22:00) NO CHECK IN BEFORE 8:00AM Located directly across from the beach, this Santa Barbara hotel offers a heated outdoor pool and free WiFi. The Zoological Gardens are a short walk away. Featuring cable TV, each room with attached bathroom at the Cabrillo Inn at the Beach is equipped with a fridge. Comfortably furnished in a tropical-style decor, most rooms include a seating area. Offering a variety of shops and restaurants, the historic Stearns Wharf is a 3-minute drive from this hotel. Old Mission Santa Barbara, the Botanical Gardens and the History Museum are 3.5 mi away. Show full description

  Address 931 East Cabrillo Boulevard Show on map

  • Heated pool
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• 9 Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort East Beach

  Guest Rating 6.8

  

  Located on the California coastline, the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort features a large outdoor pool and views from every guest room. There are several casual dining options available as well. The spacious guest rooms at the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort boast natural and wooden tones. In-room amenities include a mini-bar, an HD cable TV, and double vanities. Admire the mountain, garden or ocean views from the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort's private in-room balconies or patios. Relax near the spacious outdoor pool, or enjoy a game of shuffleboard or practice on the putting green. Spend the day at the full-service spa or plan an event in the resort's spacious and versatile meeting and banquet facilities, complete with a professional event staff. Guests can also enjoy the resort’s exclusive wine tasting room, featuring a rotation of local wineries. Discover numerous wineries, visit the Santa Barbara Zoo or shop at Paseo Nuevo Mall, located only a short distance from The Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort. Take advantage of the resort's on-site car hire services, and further explore the surrounding areas. Show full description

  Address 633 East Cabrillo Boulevard Show on map

  • Swimming pool
  • Tennis court
  • Ping pong tables
  • Gym / fitness center
  • Pets are welcome
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• 10 Ala Mar by the Sea West Beach

  Guest Rating 6.4

  

  This motel is located on Santa Barbara's waterfront, only one block from Stearns Wharf. The inn offers a danish and coffee each morning and views of the ocean and surrounding mountains. Alamar by the Sea Motel features guest rooms with cable TV and free Wi-Fi. A sundeck with ocean and mountain views is offered at the Alamar Sea Motel. A business center is also available. The Museum of Natural History and the Santa Barbara Zoo are minutes from the Alamar Motel by the Sea. The University of California at Santa Barbara is also nearby. Show full description

  Address 102 West Cabrillo Show on map

  • Swimming pool
  • Pets are welcome
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