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Our top choices for Waterfront hotels

A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, overlooking a runway and palm trees.

1. Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
East Beach, 0.5 km from Waterfront
7.6 out of 10, Good, (487 reviews)
"Chessboard & the pool and of course the beautiful view were the highlights of our visit!"
United States
John
The price is Rp4.092.835
Rp5.477.881 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
A resort with a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees, a beach view, and a well-maintained lawn.

2. Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
West Beach, 0.9 km from Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"The hotel is in a great location, was clean and all facilities were nice."
United States
Jodi
The price is Rp5.549.000
Rp6.325.860 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Harbor View Inn
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.

3. Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
East Beach, 0.9 km from Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"Great location and pool and restaurant"
United States
melanie
The price is Rp5.173.100
Rp5.909.148 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Santa Barbara Inn
A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."

4. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.3 km from Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,123 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay!"
United States
Amanda
The price is Rp4.574.345
Rp5.214.753 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

5. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Lower State, 1.5 km from Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,535 reviews)
"Loved this hotel, staff, location everything was wonderful"
United States
Karri
The price is Rp4.338.065
Rp5.044.399 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hotel Santa Barbara
A patio with striped sofas and a table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and flowers.

6. The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
West Beach, 1.1 km from Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,620 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Greg
The price is Rp4.642.902
Rp5.302.159 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
The Milo
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand.

7. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.4 km from Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,438 reviews)
"Great location and clean facilities. Staff was very helpful and check in went smoothly"
United States
Anthony
The price is Rp2.561.490
Rp3.059.289 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and white buildings with arches.

8. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Lower State, 1.4 km from Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice and clean hotel."
United States
Irina
The price is Rp3.657.476
Rp4.176.654 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".

9. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.4 km from Waterfront
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Amazing stay and great location!"
United States
Nick
The price is Rp3.546.616
Rp4.043.143 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
La Playa Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

10. Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House
3.5 star property
The Funk Zone, 0.9 km from Waterfront
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Thank you for such a great stay, loved it!"
United States
Trent
The price is Rp3.175.281
Rp3.626.011 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Riviera Beach House
A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.

11. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.3 km from Waterfront
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,199 reviews)
"Stay was great, love the place"
United States
Lori
The price is Rp2.967.145
Rp3.382.545 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Marina Beach Hotel
An outdoor patio area with stone flooring, wooden chairs, and tables. There are palm trees and a decorative stone wall with a statue.

12. The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.3 km from Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,317 reviews)
"Great staff, excellent breakfast options, easy parking and comfy rooms."
United States
Bob
The price is Rp2.480.761
Rp2.828.067 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
The Franciscan Hotel
A hotel entrance with a large glass ceiling, multiple chandeliers, and palm trees.

13. Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4.0 star property
East Beach, 1.1 km from Waterfront
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Love this hotel and the staff was amazing!"
United States
Alyse
The price is Rp4.546.600
Rp5.906.199 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

14. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1.5 km from Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,464 reviews)
"Good location and friendly staff."
United States
Richard
The price is Rp4.508.657
Rp5.148.661 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
A bright kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a view through glass doors to an outdoor patio.

15. Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1.4 km from Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,354 reviews)
"Great location, close to beach, grounds well kept and very clean rooms. Stayed here multiple times and will continue."
United States
Brandon
The price is Rp3.733.581
Rp4.263.563 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Lavender Inn by the Sea
A white building with a sign reading "Mason Beach Inn" and a balcony with a railing.

16. Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.3 km from Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great hotel and location!"
United States
Rachita
The price is Rp4.172.490
Rp4.872.175 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Mason Beach Inn
A modern living room with two grey sofas, a small woven stool, and a large wall clock.

17. Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.3 km from Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,311 reviews)
"The room was super clean, staff was very helpful and we were in walking distance to everything. I will definitely book here again."
United States
ARKIMBERLEY
The price is Rp3.213.945
Rp3.670.216 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Beachside Inn
A large, two-story building with a tiled roof, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

18. Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1.6 km from Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,960 reviews)
"Really enjoyed my stay. Lovely helpful staff. Great location to walk to the Beach and restaurants."
United Kingdom
Tricia
The price is Rp4.357.168
Rp4.975.667 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Inn By The Harbor
Two Adirondack chairs facing a small table on a balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

19. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
East Beach, 1 km from Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,505 reviews)
"Amazing location, super clean rooms, comfortable beds, highly recommend!!"
United States
Tammy
The price is Rp2.133.680
Rp2.436.369 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and large windows.

20. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
Lower State, 1.4 km from Waterfront
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (503 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Emeterio
The price is Rp4.333.590
Rp4.948.742 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
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Hotels recommended for families in Waterfront

A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, overlooking a runway and palm trees.

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (487)
The price is Rp4.092.835
Rp5.477.881 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Where to stay in Waterfront

Find the best Waterfront areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal town with a pier extending into the ocean, a beach, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.

Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and West Beach.

A beach with a pier, buildings, and mountains in the background.

Montecito

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.

A white colonial building with a bell tower, surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.

Downtown Santa Barbara

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.

A beach with a pier extending into the water, mountains in the background, and several flags on the pier.

West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.

A beach with palm trees, a pier, and the ocean at sunset.

East Beach

East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

Top Waterfront Hotel Reviews

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean rooms, very generous stafd, easy access to the parking lot"
Valentin 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

What is Waterfront like?
Travellers to the Waterfront neighbourhood in Santa Barbara will be sure to enjoy their stay. Make sure that you visit West Beach and East Beach as part of your Waterfront travel plans.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Waterfront, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals in Waterfront.
What is there to do around this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?
West Beach, East Beach and Leadbetter Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay in Waterfront. You could also plan a visit to Santa Barbara Harbor or Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center while you're in the neighbourhood. Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Art Foundry are just a few of the places to visit in and around Waterfront. MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Reagan Ranch Center are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara.