The Best Hotels Closest to Stearns Wharf in Santa Barbara - 2026 Updated Prices

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A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a large window.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, large windows, and a view of greenery.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island with stools, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

1. Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel

2.2 km from Stearns Wharf

David

Rp3.599.196

Rp5.435.109 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A parking lot with white buildings and trees in the background.

A kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and sink. There are shelves above holding glasses, plates, and a framed picture.

A door with a glass panel reflecting a building and a number '1' on the wall.

2. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 2 km from Stearns Wharf

Maria

Rp2.271.700

Rp3.921.907 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A traditional building with a white facade, arched windows, and a balcony with a railing.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with stools, a grey sofa, and a painting of a wave on the wall.

A modern hotel bathroom with a large mirror, vanity, and a vase of flowers.

A white building with a red-tiled roof, a covered entrance, and a garden with various plants.

3. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

1.2 km from Stearns Wharf

Jhoana

Rp3.223.435

Rp5.001.382 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A coastal house with a red roof, surrounded by palm trees and a mountain backdrop.

A house with a patio area featuring wicker furniture and potted plants.

A bathroom with white tiled walls, a showerhead, and a shelf with toiletries.

A coastal road with palm trees, a beach, and a parking lot with vehicles.

4. Harbor House Inn

West Beach, 0.6 km from Stearns Wharf

Abby

Rp3.739.221

Rp4.262.704 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through a glass door to the outdoors.

A star-shaped hanging light fixture in a white-walled room with an arched ceiling.

A hallway leading to a living area with a sofa, a small table, and a view of greenery outside.

A modern bedroom with a large window, a bedside table, a chair, and a built-in kitchen area.

5. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 1.6 km from Stearns Wharf

Patrice

Rp3.458.967

Rp5.275.391 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.

An aerial view of a swimming pool surrounded by white umbrellas and lounge chairs, with palm trees and a tiled deck.

A marina with numerous boats docked, calm water, and clear skies.

A hotel with a patio area, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden with flowers and palm trees.

6. Marina Beach Hotel

West Beach, 0.7 km from Stearns Wharf

hampton

Rp4.052.611

Rp4.619.976 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A wooden porch with steps leading to a door marked 'Tack Room,' a bench, and potted plants.

A room with a sloped ceiling, a bed with a white bedspread, a leather sofa, a wooden table, and a lamp.

A dining area with a table, chairs, a chandelier, a window with shutters, and a decorative wheel.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofa, wooden coffee table, and a potted plant.

7. Simpson House Inn

Upper East, 2.8 km from Stearns Wharf

Victor

Rp5.085.168

Rp7.010.090 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".

A corridor with a central staircase, outdoor seating, and lanterns.

A wooden cabinet with a mirror, a trash bin, and a potted plant in a hallway with patterned flooring and a door in the background.

A dining room with a fireplace, a chandelier, and a kitchen area with cabinets and a microwave.

8. La Playa Inn

West Beach, 0.8 km from Stearns Wharf

Arlen

Rp4.263.303

Rp4.860.173 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A beige sofa with multiple cushions, a white vase with greenery, and a window with blinds.

A hallway leading to a dining area with a wooden floor, white walls, and a black railing.

A staircase leading to a living area with a sofa and a coffee table.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

9. Casa Yano by The Beach

West Beach, 0.7 km from Stearns Wharf

Jacob

Rp4.674.280

Rp7.173.221 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A two-story house with a porch, a garage, and a white picket fence.

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a large mirror reflecting the room.

A bathroom with a large mirror, double sink vanity, and a window seat with a view of greenery.

A house with a covered porch, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a lawn.

10. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Oak Park, 2.9 km from Stearns Wharf

Raymond

Rp3.893.903

Rp4.446.568 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A patio area with outdoor seating, including tables and chairs, and a blue umbrella.

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

A table with a variety of food items, a bottle of wine, and a floral centerpiece.

A house with a porch, a sign for '1720 the Bath Street Inn Bed & Breakfast', and a flag.

11. Bath Street Inn

Oak Park, 3.1 km from Stearns Wharf

Joanne

Rp4.116.962

Rp4.787.202 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."

A breakfast bar with various food items, beverages, and a coffee machine.

A reception desk with a wooden wall and a sign that reads "West Beach Inn".

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV. There is a view of palm trees and a marina through the windows.

12. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 0.6 km from Stearns Wharf

Amanda

Rp3.957.857

Rp4.511.939 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

A spacious dining area with a central island, round tables, and comfortable seating.

A bar area with a high ceiling and skylight, wooden flooring, and a bar counter with stools.

13. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 1.2 km from Stearns Wharf

Karri

Rp4.084.691

Rp4.749.679 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

An outdoor patio area with stone flooring, wooden chairs, and tables. There are palm trees and a decorative stone wall with a statue.

An aerial view of a rectangular swimming pool surrounded by white lounge chairs and umbrellas, with palm trees and a tiled roof in the background.

A dining area with a wooden table, grey chairs, a black floor lamp, and a cityscape painting on the wall.

A hotel reception area with a granite reception desk, black leather chairs, a large flat-screen TV, and a potted orchid.

14. The Franciscan Hotel

West Beach, 0.7 km from Stearns Wharf

Bob

Rp2.960.815

Rp3.375.329 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A white building with a sign reading "Mason Beach Inn" and a balcony with a railing.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building with arches and palm trees.

A covered outdoor area with a pergola, steps leading to a door labeled "Office," and lush greenery including large plants and flowering bushes.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a framed quote on the wall, and a large potted plant.

15. Mason Beach Inn

West Beach, 0.7 km from Stearns Wharf

Rachita

Rp3.896.732

Rp4.557.783 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

A white building with a red roof, a stone wall, and a staircase leading to a door.

A hallway with a checkered curtain, a framed artwork, a bench, a potted plant, and a wooden cabinet with handles.

A cozy living room with a bar area, comfortable seating, and a large window with plants.

16. Palihouse Santa Barbara

1.8 km from Stearns Wharf

Maria

Rp7.161.200

Rp8.177.733 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A sunlit balcony with a curved sofa, a small round table, and a potted plant. The balcony features arched windows with a view of palm trees and the sea.

A spacious room with two sofas facing a glass table, a vase with flowers, and large windows offering a view of the ocean.

A large, historic building with arched windows and a central tower, surrounded by palm trees.

A coastal view with a beach, palm trees, and a white building with a red roof.

17. Santa Barbara Inn

East Beach, 1.5 km from Stearns Wharf

melanie

Rp5.195.642

Rp5.934.897 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a view of the outdoors.

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a bench. There are two doors leading to a balcony, and a chandelier hangs from the ceiling.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a covered walkway, and a view of the street.

18. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 0.9 km from Stearns Wharf

hoan

Rp4.671.430

Rp5.334.557 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a wicker chair, and a dining area.

A modern building with a courtyard, outdoor seating, and a fire feature.

A modern living room with a round table, wooden chairs, a sofa, and a fireplace.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a ceiling fan, a wall-mounted air conditioner, a picture, and a window with a view.

19. Beach House Inn

West Beach, 0.9 km from Stearns Wharf

Tim

Rp2.980.313

Rp3.397.557 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A beach with clear blue water, a sandy shore, and a backdrop of buildings and trees.

A bedroom with a fireplace, a bed, a TV, and a window with curtains.

20. The Eagle Inn

West Beach, 0.7 km from Stearns Wharf

Julian

Rp7.411.842

Rp8.449.499 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Stearns Wharf

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel	10.0 Exceptional 7 reviews	View
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 310 reviews	View
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 218 reviews	View
Harbor House Inn	9.8 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 325 reviews	View

Top Stearns Wharf Hotel Reviews

Riviera Beach House

8/10 Good

"The wifi was shaky where we were, so beware back of the building. Also toward the back, the garbage truck went by very early and was loud, sure to wake you up. The rooms were very small, ok if you are ok with Japanese size. The staff was great. Keep in in mind there is no restaurant/bar. The location is excellent."

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the location. I was traveling alone with my baby and felt very safe. The room was super clean and quiet."

Lavender Inn by the Sea

10/10 Excellent

"The staff left us a bottle of sparkling wine for a welcoming. (Which we forgot about and left it. lol). Clean rooms and super friendly staff. Hosing down outside areas in the am. I’d stay again!!"

The Franciscan Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Comfortably sized room, clean, well appointed. Pretty grounds. Walking distance to the beach and to restaurants, yet still quiet."

Harbor View Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Clean Room"

Mason Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed our stay at the Mason Beach Inn. Front desk staff was very accommodating. The location is perfect nestled in a quiet neighborhood with close access to the wharf and surrounding sites. The rooms were sound proof and the common areas were always well kept."

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Such a lovely place. We received a really warm welcome on arrival and this set the tone for our entire trip. The team at Brisas del Mar are fabulous - so friendly and helpful. Our room was spacious with great facilities - a huge comfortable bed and a great shower. The breakfast was simple but really handy to start the day. Perfect location for walking to the marina and the town. Highly recommended"

Hotel Santa Barbara

8/10 Good

"I would definitely come back!"

La Playa Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay at La Playa Inn. Check in was super easy. Front desk gave us a map of the town, told us all the hot spots, how to get around, and recommendations. Rooms were very spacious and super comfortable. Beds/pillows very comfortable…better than many hotels I’ve stayed at. Bathroom was very clean and quite large. Amenities were great - they have a small courtyard on ground floor to hang out at along with sofas and couches on each floor. Decor felt like I was at a resort. Parking was free and a ton of spaces. Breakfast was good, plenty of single packaged breakfast items along with cereal, oatmeal, yogurt, coffee, etc. Location was literally across the street from the marina/beach. The nightlife spots were a 20min walk, not too bad and at no point did I feel unsafe walking at 10-11pm coming back from the town center or at 6am walking to the beach to catch the sunrise. The town was a very nice small beach town with incredibly friendly people. I honestly wasn’t expecting much from La Playa Inn or the town but was genuinely blown away by how nice it was. Only stayed 1 night but lowkey wish I was there longer. I highly recommend La Playa Inn and will recommend for any friends/family going to Santa Barbara in the future."

Other attractions near Stearns Wharf

A pier extending into calm waters, palm trees, and a mountainous backdrop.

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

9.6/10 (8 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center during your trip to Santa Barbara. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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A beach with mountains in the background.

West Beach

9.6/10 (10 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, West Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Santa Barbara. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the cycling trails.

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A marina with numerous boats docked, a pier extending into the water, and a backdrop of mountains and a sunset sky.

Santa Barbara Harbor

9.2/10 (2,746 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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A large tree with dense foliage in a park.

Moreton Bay Fig Tree

8.4/10 (16 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Moreton Bay Fig Tree and also enjoy the cycling trails in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Chase Palm Park

9.6/10 (5 reviews)

Chase Palm Park is just one of the places to see in Santa Barbara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation

2.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Santa Barbara. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Santa Barbara Art Foundry

You can browse the exhibits at Santa Barbara Art Foundry, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Santa Barbara. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Reagan Ranch Center

4.8/10 (3 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Reagan Ranch Center, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Santa Barbara. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Stearns Wharf?

Stearns Wharf is located in a walkable area of Santa Barbara known for its beautiful beaches and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 211 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Stearns Wharf?

Adjacent to Stearns Wharf, The Milo is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and 1 hot tub. Other good choices within a short distance include Hotel Santa Barbara and Beachside Inn.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Stearns Wharf?

Expedia has 211 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Stearns Wharf.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Stearns Wharf, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Stearns Wharf.

What can I see and do near Stearns Wharf?

Study the collections at Presidio Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center or MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation. Mission Santa Barbara, Hill-Carrillo Adobe and Casa Del Herrero are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can watch performances at Lobero Theater, Arlington Theater and Santa Barbara Bowl if you're interested in local theatre.

How can I get to Stearns Wharf?

With so many choices for transport, exploring the area around Stearns Wharf is a breeze. If you want to explore the larger area, hop on a train at Santa Barbara Station. You can learn about water travel options at the local port.

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Our top choices for Stearns Wharf hotels

1. Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel

2. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

3. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

4. Harbor House Inn

5. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

6. Marina Beach Hotel

7. Simpson House Inn

8. La Playa Inn

9. Casa Yano by The Beach

10. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

11. Bath Street Inn

12. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

13. Hotel Santa Barbara

14. The Franciscan Hotel

15. Mason Beach Inn

16. Palihouse Santa Barbara

17. Santa Barbara Inn

18. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

19. Beach House Inn

20. The Eagle Inn

Compare popular hotels close to Stearns Wharf

Top Stearns Wharf Hotel Reviews

Riviera Beach House

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Lavender Inn by the Sea

The Franciscan Hotel

Harbor View Inn

Mason Beach Inn

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Hotel Santa Barbara

La Playa Inn

Other attractions near Stearns Wharf

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

West Beach

Santa Barbara Harbor

Moreton Bay Fig Tree

Chase Palm Park

MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation

Santa Barbara Art Foundry

Reagan Ranch Center

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