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Our top choices for El Capitan State Beach hotels

1. Chumash Casino Resort

Chumash Casino Resort
17.6 km from El Capitan State Beach
United States
LaRuth
Rp1.835.947
Rp2.145.900 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Chumash Casino Resort

2. Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
Ellwood, 14.3 km from El Capitan State Beach
United States
Sarajean
Rp4.684.526
Rp5.350.945 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

3. Royal Copenhagen Inn

Royal Copenhagen Inn
18.8 km from El Capitan State Beach
United States
Adrian
Rp1.758.034
Rp2.056.859 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Royal Copenhagen Inn

4. Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
Old Town, 16.4 km from El Capitan State Beach
United States
Daniel
Rp5.316.741
Rp6.078.632 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

5. Polo House and Bungalows

Polo House and Bungalows
17.9 km from El Capitan State Beach
United States
Julie
Rp4.698.210
Rp7.444.464 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Polo House and Bungalows

6. King Frederik Inn

King Frederik Inn
18.7 km from El Capitan State Beach
United States
Natasha De La
Rp1.932.082
Rp2.255.214 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
King Frederik Inn

7. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
Old Town, 14.3 km from El Capitan State Beach
United States
Shana
Rp4.193.733
Rp4.789.034 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

8. Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Fairview, 18.4 km from El Capitan State Beach
United States
JEANETTE
Rp3.278.288
Rp3.743.641 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

9. The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Fairview, 18.3 km from El Capitan State Beach
United States
PO WEI
Rp3.595.814
Rp4.120.589 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10. Solvang Inn and Cottages

Solvang Inn and Cottages
18.9 km from El Capitan State Beach
United States
Rebecca
Rp1.797.866
Rp2.102.306 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Solvang Inn and Cottages

11. Kronborg Inn

Kronborg Inn
18.9 km from El Capitan State Beach
United States
Mariela
Rp1.497.815
Rp1.760.342 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Kronborg Inn

12. Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
Old Town, 18.3 km from El Capitan State Beach
United States
Kenneth
Rp2.968.075
Rp3.389.394 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

13. The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Ellwood, 9.6 km from El Capitan State Beach
United States
julie
Rp12.089.883
Rp15.342.633 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

14. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
Fairview, 17.7 km from El Capitan State Beach
United States
Lisa
Rp2.105.465
Rp2.452.895 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

15. Viking Inn

Viking Inn
18.9 km from El Capitan State Beach
United States
Chris
Rp1.480.528
Rp1.740.443 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Viking Inn

16. The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
18.9 km from El Capitan State Beach
United States
Edgar
Rp5.193.912
Rp5.931.187 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

17. Svendsgaard's Danish Lodge Americas Best Value Inn

Svendsgaard's Danish Lodge Americas Best Value Inn
18.5 km from El Capitan State Beach
United States
Melissa
Rp1.620.212
Rp1.899.875 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Svendsgaard's Danish Lodge Americas Best Value Inn
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Compare popular hotels close to El Capitan State Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Dining
Chumash Casino Resort
9.4
Exceptional
2,334 reviews
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Property amenity
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
9.0
Wonderful
935 reviews
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Front of property
Royal Copenhagen Inn
9.4
Exceptional
1,981 reviews
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Terrace/patio
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
9.2
Wonderful
567 reviews
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Polo House Hotel & Bungalows #7 | Exterior
Polo House and Bungalows
10.0
Exceptional
94 reviews
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Top El Capitan State Beach Hotel Reviews

The Marlo

The Marlo

8/10 Good
"Staff was very helpful! Room was beautiful and clean. We were able to do an early check in for some extra money. I would definitely stay here again."
Karen 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
The Marlo
Royal Copenhagen Inn

Royal Copenhagen Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Great place to stop in a great place in the US."
Simon 2-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Royal Copenhagen Inn
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

8/10 Good
"Good place to sleep for night. Good restaurants nearby."
Praveen 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
Wine Valley Inn

Wine Valley Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Friendly Staff clean rooms"
Armida 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Wine Valley Inn
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Very convenient location. Room is large and comfortable. Affordable."
Tianyi 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
King Frederik Inn

King Frederik Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Such a great place to stay and talk about a prime location! I only stayed for one night but will definitely stay here again. The staff was kind, the property is very clean and the bed was soooo comfortable!! Thank you!"
Ashley 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
King Frederik Inn
The Hadsten Solvang, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Hadsten Solvang, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice"
Carolyn 1-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
The Hadsten Solvang, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Chumash Casino Resort

Chumash Casino Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Great rooms and food"
LaRuth 1-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Chumash Casino Resort
The Landsby

The Landsby

8/10 Good
"Very cute hotel, but oddly"
Eirene 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
The Landsby

Other attractions near El Capitan State Beach

A beach with calm waters, a clear sky, and birds on the sand.

Refugio State Beach

9.0/10 (40 reviews)
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Refugio State Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Goleta. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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A golf course with a lake, trees, and the ocean in the background.

Sandpiper Golf Club

8.6/10 (70 reviews)
Play a round of golf in Goleta at Sandpiper Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as cycling. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
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Haskell's Beach

8.2/10 (11 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Haskell's Beach during your trip to Goleta?
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Goleta Butterfly Grove

8.8/10 (59 reviews)
Explore the lovely green spaces of Goleta Butterfly Grove and enjoy the cycling trails in Goleta. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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Ellings Performing Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to Ellings Performing Arts Center during your stay in Goleta.
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Ellwood Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Ellwood Beach during your trip to Goleta? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Glen Annie Golf Club

8.0/10 (20 reviews)
Play a round of golf in Goleta at Glen Annie Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as cycling. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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Sands Beach

6.0/10 (1 review)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sands Beach during your trip to Goleta? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around El Capitan State Beach?
El Capitan State Beach is located in Goleta. This family-friendly area is known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 11 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near El Capitan State Beach?
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this resort offers 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. You'll find it 6 mi (9.6 km) from El Capitan State Beach. Other good options in the area include Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta and Chumash Casino Resort.
How many hotels can I expect to find near El Capitan State Beach?
Expedia has 11 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from El Capitan State Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near El Capitan State Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near El Capitan State Beach.