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1. Casa Castillo

2.3 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

David

Rp6.436.918 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

2. Marina Beach Hotel

West Beach, 0.8 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Amy

Rp4.920.366 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

Comfort Apartment, 1 King Bed | Exterior

3. Casa De La Vina

1.3 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Jane Hodges

Rp5.830.488 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

4. Casa Yano by The Beach

West Beach, 0.8 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Kelli

Rp7.564.699 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

5. La Playa Inn

West Beach, 0.9 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

darryl a

Rp5.570.768 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | Interior

6. Casa Riviera

Laguna, 1.7 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Monica

Rp5.261.596 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

Apartment (1 Bedroom) | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

7. Casa Jardin

Laguna, 2.1 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Yessica

Rp4.700.858 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

8. The Franciscan Hotel

West Beach, 0.8 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Marcella

Rp3.724.741 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, individually decorated

9. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Oak Park, 3.1 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Noel

Rp5.831.559 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

10. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Amy

Rp6.031.008 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

Superior Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (The Grand Studio Double) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

11. Palihouse Santa Barbara

1.9 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Mary

Rp8.129.189 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

12. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 1.3 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Kennedy

Rp6.229.291 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

13. Castillo Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 0.9 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Abraham

Rp4.918.744 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Aug - 11 Aug

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

14. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

West Beach, 0.9 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Martin

Rp3.821.084 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

15. Hotel Californian

The Funk Zone, 0.5 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Caroline

Rp9.137.676 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

16. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

East Beach, 1.6 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Ismael Vasquez

Rp3.426.343 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

17. ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

Lower State, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Prahlad

Rp2.840.087 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Aug - 4 Aug

18. Haley Hotel

Lower State, 1.1 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Rey Jacob

Rp3.929.877 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

19. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

Oak Park, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Erica

Rp5.526.626 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, pool loungers

20. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Downtown Santa Barbara, 1.9 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Paul

Rp8.092.419 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Casa Castillo	4.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 6 reviews	View
Marina Beach Hotel	3.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,159 reviews	View
Casa De La Vina	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 197 reviews	View
Casa Yano by The Beach	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 14 reviews	View
La Playa Inn	2.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,007 reviews	View

Top Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center Hotel Reviews

Inn By The Harbor

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful gem a few blocks down from the beach near Pershing Park. About a 1.5 mile round trip walk from the hotel to the pier/Jeannie's at the Shore, to give a perspective regarding distance. Amenities including free parking, all day coffee/tea, breakfast and afternoon wine were such a joy to have each day during our stay. Super friendly staff and front desk. Had a great visit."

Ala Mar by the Sea

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely lovely hotel. We reserved a 2 bedroom room and ended up with a mini apartment with 2 cute little bedrooms, a little kitchen a nice living room, and beautiful patio to the pool area. Furnishings are old fashioned and the place could use a slight refresh on somethings (tub was a little old and could use a deeper cleaning) but I loved it. So worth it for the money (everything in the area was expensive that weekend but this was on the lower end and way better than other options at the price) and the location is perfect. May not be for everyone if you prefer more modern amenities but I loved it and will definitely be returning. 4.5 stars for me"

Mason Beach Inn

8/10 Good

"We enjoyed our stay at the Mason. Welcome drinks and fresh cookies! Phenomenal location. Safe parking lot. Clean rooms and facility. Staff were always very friendly and helpful. Room was on second floor and beds were good. If you are noise sensitive I’d say pack some earplugs as you never know what kind of neighbours you’re going to get. Only noise that bothered us was the AC unit in the room. They work well but are much too noisy for us. The staff mentioned that they are considering replacing with much quieter ones and that would make us return with a five star review. Perhaps skim the pool a little more often to keep ever present bugs in check. All told a great hotel."

Other attractions near Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

A pier with lights reflecting on the water, a flag, and buildings in the background.

Stearns Wharf

9.0/10 (4,143 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Stearns Wharf and enjoy other activities such as cycling in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center?

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center is located in a walkable area of Santa Barbara known for its beautiful beaches and bird watching. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 214 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center?

Hotel Californian is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center. Other good options close by include Avania Inn of Santa Barbara and Hotel Santa Barbara.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center?

Expedia has 214 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center.

What can I see and do near Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center?

You'll want to browse the collections at Presidio Santa Barbara, El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum. Mission Santa Barbara, Casa Del Herrero and Casa de la Guerra are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can watch performances at Arlington Theater, Santa Barbara Bowl and Lobero Theater if you're interested in local theatre.

How can I get to Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center?

With so many transport options, seeing the area around Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center is easy. If you want to venture outside of the area, ride aboard one of the trains from Santa Barbara Station. You can explore your water travel options at the port.

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Our top choices for Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center hotels

1. Casa Castillo

2. Marina Beach Hotel

3. Casa De La Vina

4. Casa Yano by The Beach

5. La Playa Inn

6. Casa Riviera

7. Casa Jardin

8. The Franciscan Hotel

9. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

10. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

11. Palihouse Santa Barbara

12. Hotel Santa Barbara

13. Castillo Inn at the Beach

14. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

15. Hotel Californian

16. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

17. ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

18. Haley Hotel

19. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

20. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

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Top Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center Hotel Reviews

Inn By The Harbor

Other attractions near Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Stearns Wharf

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