Giraffe

Search Hotels Near Santa Barbara Zoo, Santa Barbara

  • Change your mind

    Book hotels with free cancellation

  • Treat yourself

    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
    Sign in

  • Be picky

    Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Next weekend
26 Jun - 28 Jun
In two weeks
3 Jul - 5 Jul

Filter by

Guest rating
Guest rating
Star rating

Our top choices for Santa Barbara Zoo hotels

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
East Beach, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Amazing property and great service."
United States
jelica
The price is Rp5.323.396
Rp6.080.778 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Santa Barbara Inn
Room amenity

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
East Beach, 0.6 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,389 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 Rp3.429.050
Rp3.915.804 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Reception

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
East Beach, 0.8 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room and super convenient location. The staff are quite friendly as well."
United States
Jamil
The price is Rp4.005.900
Rp4.566.726 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Grand Suite | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
East Beach, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 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 Rp3.169.112
Rp3.618.967 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Front of property

Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Jill
The price is Rp5.147.136
Rp5.867.735 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Harbor House Inn
Exterior

Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,132 reviews)
"We always love staying here when visiting Santa Barbara!"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is Rp4.286.066
Rp4.886.115 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Marina Beach Hotel
Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | Living area | 65-inch Smart TV with digital channels, Netflix, Hulu

Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.5 star property
Laguna, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (230 reviews)
"Love this place, always a great stay."
United States
Teresa Gayle Dumas
The price is Rp3.957.829
Rp5.831.200 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Casa Riviera
Comfort Apartment, 1 King Bed | Exterior

Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina
4.0 star property
3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (180 reviews)
"The property was clean and the location was great."
United States
Mary
The price is Rp3.187.094
Rp4.952.563 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Casa De La Vina
Deluxe Apartment | Interior

Casa Yano by The Beach

Casa Yano by The Beach
4.0 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Really nice stay! Modern and very clean. I love how close we were to everything. Walking distance to shops, the harbor and restaurants. The hosts were very nice and the communication was excellent! We will definitely go back."
United States
Kelli
The price is Rp4.976.218
Rp7.499.579 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Casa Yano by The Beach
Reception

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
East Beach, 0.5 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"great location!"
United States
Karen
The price is Rp2.892.100
Rp3.296.994 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jun - 25 Jun
The Inn at East Beach
View from property

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,125 reviews)
"Wonderful stay!"
United States
Melanie
The price is Rp4.433.196
Rp5.053.844 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Reception

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Lower State, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,404 reviews)
"Great hotel!!! "
United States
Jamie
The price is Rp4.594.144
Rp5.342.071 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Hotel Santa Barbara
Exterior

Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin
3.0 star property
Laguna, 3.2 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (276 reviews)
"Well appointed and loved the location. Walkable to many shops & restaurants."
United States
Judy
The price is Rp2.291.375
Rp3.931.301 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Casa Jardin
Front of property – evening/night

La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"Great location, beautiful clean property, free parking, super nice staff. Would stay here again!"
United States
Gwen
The price is Rp4.978.888
Rp5.675.933 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
La Playa Inn
Restaurant

Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
The Funk Zone, 2.4 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (967 reviews)
"Loved the location and decoration. Amazing bed and pillows ❤️"
United States
Maria
The price is Rp6.792.564
Rp9.078.359 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Hotel Californian
Fountain

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,187 reviews)
"Great location, very nice room, excellent staff."
United States
Thomas
The price is Rp3.852.073
Rp4.391.357 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
The Franciscan Hotel
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
4.0 star property
3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (414 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel centrally located! My new favorite hotel in Santa Barbara!"
United States
Margo
The price is Rp8.011.800
Rp9.149.120 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Palihouse Santa Barbara
Front of property

The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
The price is Rp5.305.414
Rp6.048.197 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jun - 25 Jun
The Eagle Inn
Outdoor pool

Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
West Beach, 2.5 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent location, great places for breakfast and dinner options within walking distance."
United States
Andrea
The price is Rp6.195.792
Rp7.063.203 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Harbor View Inn
City view from property

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Lower State, 2.6 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (219 reviews)
"Im greatly satisfied on my stay!!"
United States
alan jr
The price is Rp2.098.665
Rp2.392.478 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
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.
View all properties

Compare popular hotels close to Santa Barbara Zoo

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view
Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,004 reviews
View
Room amenity
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,389 reviews
View
Reception
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,000 reviews
View
Grand Suite | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,001 reviews
View
Front of property
Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,003 reviews
View

Top Santa Barbara Zoo Hotel Reviews

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

10/10 Excellent
"The room with a kitchenette was great. The free breakfast and wine and cheese were a pleasant surprise. Walking distance to the wharf, harbor and downtown so we didn't need to drive anywhere."
Kathleen 3-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Inn By The Harbor

Hotels near other Santa Barbara Zoo attractions

SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA, USA - OCT 8th, 2014: city Leadbetter beach with a cruise liner

East Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at East Beach during your trip to Santa Barbara? Stroll along the waterfront or seek out the cycling trails.
See properties

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Barbara Zoo?
Santa Barbara Zoo is located in a walkable area of Santa Barbara known for its beautiful beaches and popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 81 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Santa Barbara Zoo?
Santa Barbara Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Santa Barbara Zoo. Other good choices within a short distance include Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort and Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt.
How many hotels are there close to Santa Barbara Zoo?
Expedia has 81 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Santa Barbara Zoo.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Barbara Zoo, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Santa Barbara Zoo.
What can I see and do near Santa Barbara Zoo?
You'll want to browse the collections at Presidio Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation. Explore notable local landmarks like Mission Santa Barbara, Casa Del Herrero and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park. You can catch a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, Lobero Theater and Granada Theatre.
How can I get to Santa Barbara Zoo?
With so many choices for transport, seeing all of the area near Santa Barbara Zoo is a breeze. If you want to explore the larger area, hop aboard a train at Santa Barbara Station. You can learn about water transport options at the local port.