What is Santa Barbara Like for Beach Hotels?
When you can't wait to get to the beach, a trip to Santa Barbara might be just the ticket. Whether you want to hunt for sand dollars or smell the fresh air, this dynamic city is perfect for travelers looking for hotels close to the water. While staying close to the water is a major draw, Santa Barbara has lots more to offer— major shopping centers, biking and top-notch restaurants. You can experience everything the area has to offer with a visit to Santa Barbara Museum of Art or a stop at Santa Barbara County Courthouse. When you browse for top hotels in Santa Barbara on Hotels.com, it's easy to locate something within your price range. No matter what type of hotel you're looking for, Santa Barbara has an array of accommodations so you can pick one to suit your style.
What Are Some of the Best Beach Hotels in Santa Barbara?
We offer you a selection of hotels that guests appreciate for their nearness to the beach, so you'll have your pick of the area's top places to stay. Here are our travelers' favorite beach accommodations:
- Free pool cabanas • Free WiFi • Spa tub • Fitness center • Walkable location
- 2 restaurants • Spa • Spa tub • 24-hour fitness center • Walkable location
- Free breakfast • Free parking • Free WiFi • Outdoor pool • Walkable location
- Free breakfast • Free parking • Free WiFi • Outdoor pool • Walkable location
- Free WiFi • 2 spa tubs • Fitness center • Bar • Walkable location
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Mediterranean hotel within walking distance of Santa Barbara HarborHilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Beach hotel with outdoor pool, near Santa Barbara ZooWest Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
City-center hotel within walking distance of Santa Barbara HarborMar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
City-center hotel within walking distance of Santa Barbara HarborHarbor View Inn
Beach hotel with outdoor pool, near Stearns WharfWhat Are the Best Things to See and Do in Santa Barbara?
If you'd like to take in the sights and attractions or explore the area's natural features, here are some ideas for what to see and do in Santa Barbara:
- Beaches
- Leadbetter Beach
- Arroyo Burro Beach
- Butterfly Beach
- Santa Barbara Museum of Art
- Santa Barbara County Courthouse
- Granada Theatre
- Los Padres National Forest
- Channel Islands National Park
- El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park
Sights & Landmarks
Parks