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Our top choices for Santa Barbara Zoo hotels

1. Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Abby
Rp3.960.389
Rp4.514.843 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Harbor House Inn

2. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Amy
Rp3.815.913
Rp4.350.141 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Marina Beach Hotel

3. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
Laguna, 3.2 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Colleen
Rp2.347.785
Rp3.992.342 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

4. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
Laguna, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Antoinette
Rp3.878.347
Rp5.737.182 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

5. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel
3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Jhoana
Rp2.887.984
Rp4.608.201 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

6. Casa Yano by The Beach

Casa Yano by The Beach
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Jacob
Rp4.824.849
Rp7.322.156 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Casa Yano by The Beach

7. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
Lower State, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Karri
Rp4.034.707
Rp4.691.557 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Hotel Santa Barbara

8. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Amanda
Rp4.211.310
Rp4.800.875 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

9. Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Demey
Rp7.458.360
Rp8.517.075 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Palihouse Santa Barbara

10. The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Bob
Rp3.148.333
Rp3.589.100 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
The Franciscan Hotel

11. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
West Beach, 3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
hoan
Rp4.653.294
Rp5.313.828 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

12. Beach House Inn

Beach House Inn
West Beach, 3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Tim
Rp3.350.331
Rp3.819.377 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Beach House Inn

13. The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Julian
Rp5.114.304
Rp5.830.307 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
The Eagle Inn

14. Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Eli James
Rp3.285.230
Rp3.751.555 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Castillo Inn at the Beach

15. Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
West Beach, 2.5 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Gabriel
Rp5.504.980
Rp6.275.677 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Harbor View Inn

16. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
Canada
Julia
Rp3.020.636
Rp3.582.499 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

17. Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
West Beach, 3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Terry
Rp3.856.075
Rp4.403.445 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Lavender Inn by the Sea

18. Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
The Funk Zone, 2.4 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Tricia
Rp8.950.032
Rp11.538.616 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Hotel Californian

19. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
East Beach, 0.6 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Mark
Rp2.556.974
Rp2.919.948 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

20. ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
Lower State, 2.6 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Prahlad
Rp2.531.540
Rp2.885.956 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Barbara Zoo

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Front of property
Harbor House Inn
9.8
Exceptional
1,003 reviews
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Exterior
Marina Beach Hotel
9.8
Exceptional
1,182 reviews
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Apartment (1 Bedroom) | Interior
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
9.8
Exceptional
306 reviews
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Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | Interior
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
9.8
Exceptional
320 reviews
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Comfort Apartment, 1 King Bed | Exterior
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel
9.8
Exceptional
217 reviews
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Top Santa Barbara Zoo Hotel Reviews

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

8/10 Good
"It was clean comfortable and really well located"
Leann 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera

10/10 Excellent
"Location and comfort."
Katia 6-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Casa Riviera
The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach

8/10 Good
"Clean, cute, convenient. We would stay here again if we're in the area."
Lawrence 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
The Inn at East Beach
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

10/10 Excellent
"The staff was friendly and accommodating. We did have a problem with the room we were given as there was cat urine smell. They were not able to move us until the next day, but the next day we were given a new upgraded room. I also asked about a discount, and they said we would have to go through Expedia since that’s who we booked through. I didn’t trust that, so I asked if they would refund our parking. They refunded that plus the resort fee. I was happy with this and felt they addressed our concerns. I do think they should update their carpets in the hallways and in the rooms. We are at the restaurant and cafe. The hamburger and caesar salad were delicious!! The granola yogurt with fruit was okay. The yogurt was pretty tart but fruit was tasty and helped the tart taste. Hot tub was fantastic and fitness center was a tad small but it got the job done. Overall, I would stay here again. The staff- front desk and valet-were great!!"
Catherine 3-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Wonderful property close to the beach. We went for Fourth of July weekend and the property had breakfast and cocktail hour in the evening. Highly recommend it!"
Dina 2-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Love staying at this adorable motel. Its location is perfect, a number of fabulous restaurants in walking distance."
Karen 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian

10/10 Excellent
"Paradise (IYKUK)"
Pierre 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hotel Californian
Palmoro House

Palmoro House

10/10 Excellent
"Nice sister property! Close to the beach and a great pool and hot tub!"
Timothy 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Palmoro House

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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 79 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Santa Barbara Zoo?
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this resort offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Santa Barbara Zoo. Other good choices within a short distance include Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach and The Inn at East Beach.
How many hotels are there close to Santa Barbara Zoo?
Expedia has 79 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 Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Reagan Ranch Center. 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 Arlington Theater.
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.