Beach Hotels in Santa Barbara, California

Santa Barbara is a beautiful California coastal city that has deep roots in the film industry. Hundreds of silent films were produced there and Charlie Chaplin called the city home. Today people come to Santa Barbara for its award-winning wine country and pristine beaches. The best way to enjoy those beaches is staying in a beach hotel, which provides easy access to the ocean and many of the other activities Santa Barbara has to offer.

Cabrillo Inn at the Beach

Cabrillo Inn at the Beach is situated on the white sands of Santa Barbara's East Beach and is convenient to all of Santa Barbara. Stearn's Wharf, State Street and Yacht Harbor are about a mile away. Accommodations include nonsmoking rooms with brilliant tropical decor and sweeping ocean views. Amenities include a heated swimming pool and a complimentary continental breakfast.

Relax and enjoy spectacular ocean and island views from your nonsmoking room with tropical decor. There is a heated swimming pool, two second-floor ocean-view sundecks and an ocean-view lounge, where a free continental breakfast is served each morning. Guests staying longer than a few days may opt for one of the Spanish-style view cottages.

Cabrillo Inn at the Beach
931 E. Cabrillo Blvd.
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
(800) 648-6708
cabrilloinn.com

The Inn at East Beach

Another popular getaway on East Beach is The Inn at East Beach. This oceanfront hotel is just steps from the sand and is convenient to many Santa Barbara activities, including the Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Botanic Gardens.

The accommodations are decorated in contemporary style and include all the modern amenities needed for an enjoyable stay. The spacious suites have fireplaces, perfect for warming up after the sun sets over the ocean. Amenities include an outdoor pool as well as a lounge that has a view of the foothills.

The Inn at East Beach
1029 Orilla Del Mar
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
(805) 965-0546
innateastbeach.com

Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel is located on Santa Barbara's waterfront, the city's wharf, harbor and beach district. Guests are mere steps from not only the beach, but shopping, entertainment and dining as well. One unique amenity that Marina Beach Motel provides is free bicycle rental. Guests can check out a bike and pedal around town like a local.

The motel offer complimentary breakfast as well. Accommodations range from a basic queen-size bed to a king-size bed with an in-room whirlpool. Small dogs and cats under 25 pounds are welcome. Check the pet policy for details before arriving.

Marina Beach Motel
21 Bath St,
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(877) 627-4621
marinabeachmotel.com

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Article Written By Diane Hansen

Diane Hansen has a thirst for adventure and loves to share the world through the written word. Currently, she is the feature editor for "TRAVELHOST" magazine and is working on her first novel. She graduated from Cal State San Bernardino in 2002 with a B.A. in business administration with a concentration in marketing. She has been writing freelance since 1996.

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