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Our top choices for El Capitan Lake hotels

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | Living area | 65-inch Smart TV with digital channels, Netflix, Hulu
Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.0 star property
Laguna, 0.5 km from El Capitan Lake
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (97 reviews)
"Absolutely phenomenal stay check in and check out was so easy. The room was always clean in a great area with plenty of things to do with 100% recommend staying in this beautiful place."
United States
Luis
The price is Rp2.169.239
Rp3.721.753 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Casa Riviera
Comfort Apartment, 1 King Bed | Exterior
Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina
4.0 star property
0.5 km from El Capitan Lake
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (135 reviews)
"Beautiful place. Highly recommend. Everything was just perfect!"
United States
Jaime
Casa De La Vina
Exterior
Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin
3.0 star property
Laguna, 0.7 km from El Capitan Lake
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (236 reviews)
"Great room in a quiet area in walking distance to many restaurants and bars. The kitchenette was outfitted well which made my stay very comfortable with a night in with take out food. "
United States
Jeff
The price is Rp1.794.552
Rp3.294.815 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Casa Jardin
Exterior
Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.2 km from El Capitan Lake
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,010 reviews)
"Great staffs and excellent location. "
United States
Nick
The price is Rp2.273.611
Rp2.591.916 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Marina Beach Motel
Superior Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (The Grand Studio Double) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds
Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
0.6 km from El Capitan Lake
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (376 reviews)
"Loved our room and property. Bed was comfortable!"
United States
Kathaleen and Trevor
The price is Rp6.067.800
Rp6.929.124 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Palihouse Santa Barbara
Front of property – evening/night
La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.2 km from El Capitan Lake
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Very clean, walkable to the beach/nearby restaurants & pier"
United States
Cassie
The price is Rp3.022.671
Rp3.445.845 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
La Playa Inn
Front of property
Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.1 km from El Capitan Lake
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Very clean room and nice, hospitable staff. The place has about 10 rooms, bungalows with free parking right on property [U-shape, sitting area in the middle and all the bungalows facing the parking lot]. The room had everything I needed: fridge, water bottles, snacks available in the lobby]. I didn't use the free bicycles because of my itinerary, but was a nice amenity. I would stay again for sure."
United States
Otilia
The price is Rp2.449.528
Rp2.792.462 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Harbor House Inn
Garden
Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn
5.0 star property
Upper East, 1.4 km from El Capitan Lake
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (696 reviews)
"Great place to stay for a quiet romantic stay. The staff was very attentive and helpful. The breakfast was delicious. Would stay again."
United States
Brian
Simpson House Inn
Fountain
The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.1 km from El Capitan Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,041 reviews)
"Great brunch, beautiful property and helpful staff"
United States
Kritika
The Franciscan Hotel
Exterior
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1 km from El Capitan Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,317 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, nice assortments of breakfast items, good price, walking distance to a lot of restaurants and shops."
United States
Lisette
The price is Rp3.349.240
Rp3.824.665 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
View from property
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.2 km from El Capitan Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,106 reviews)
"Great complimentary breakfast and location. "
United States
Kristine
The price is Rp2.564.488
Rp2.923.516 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Front of property
The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1 km from El Capitan Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay at Eagle Inn! The location is awesome and the place is clean and comfortable. The staff were the highlight—super friendly, helpful, and always happy to assist with anything we needed. Would definitely stay here again when visiting Santa Barbara"
United States
Ricardo
The Eagle Inn
Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
3.0 star property
Oak Park, 1.5 km from El Capitan Lake
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (675 reviews)
"Wonderful property , charming hosts and great breakfasts!"
United States
Jeff
The price is Rp3.925.530
Rp4.482.756 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
Exterior
Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1.1 km from El Capitan Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,839 reviews)
"It was a beautiful place to stay"
United States
Joseph
The price is Rp2.821.834
Rp3.222.393 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
Inn By The Harbor
Free daily continental breakfast
Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1 km from El Capitan Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,319 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
United States
Mayur
The price is Rp2.821.834
Rp3.222.393 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Aerial view
Bath Street Inn

Bath Street Inn

Bath Street Inn
3.5 star property
Oak Park, 1.6 km from El Capitan Lake
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (326 reviews)
"Super clean, wonderful staff, beautiful quiet elegant place. Great amenities.."
United States
Donna
The price is Rp2.511.395
Rp2.920.251 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
Bath Street Inn
City view from property
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Lower State, 0.9 km from El Capitan Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (181 reviews)
"Highly recommended "
United States
Naya
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
Luxury House | Living room | 50-inch Smart TV with digital channels
The Craft House Inn

The Craft House Inn

The Craft House Inn
4.0 star property
1.1 km from El Capitan Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Home/room felt like home while our short stay away from home. Host was very helpful throughout our stay."
United States
Norma
The price is Rp3.645.432
Rp4.162.901 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
The Craft House Inn
Front of property
Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.2 km from El Capitan Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Perfect location, great value, cute rooms"
United States
Stan
The price is Rp2.106.875
Rp2.405.883 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.1 km from El Capitan Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,066 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay. Clean and great service! "
United States
Robert
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top El Capitan Lake Hotel Reviews

The Milo

The Milo

10/10 Excellent
"It was raining very hard the day we checked in, the staff went above and beyond to help us with the bags and the car. Very helpful and very friendly. "
Paul 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Milo

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around El Capitan Lake?
El Capitan Lake is located in a historic area of Santa Barbara known for its beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 328 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near El Capitan Lake?
Adjacent to El Capitan Lake, Hotel Santa Barbara is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a 24-hour fitness centre and free WiFi. Other good options within a short distance include Inn By The Harbor and Riviera Beach House.
How many hotels can I expect to find near El Capitan Lake?
Expedia has 328 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from El Capitan Lake.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near El Capitan Lake, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near El Capitan Lake.
What can I see and do near El Capitan Lake?
Presidio Santa Barbara, MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum feature captivating exhibits. Sights like Mission Santa Barbara, El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park and Casa Del Herrero are must-sees while exploring the area. You can watch performances at Lobero Theater, Granada Theatre and Arlington Theater if you're interested in local theatre.