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Our top choices for Santa Barbara Zoo hotels

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1. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,156 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Amy
The price is Rp4.337.403
Rp4.944.639 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Marina Beach Hotel
Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | Interior

2. Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.5 star property
Laguna, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (266 reviews)
"Amazing Stay"
United States
Monica
The price is Rp3.649.367
Rp5.502.303 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Casa Riviera
Comfort Apartment, 1 King Bed | Exterior

3. Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina
4.0 star property
3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (196 reviews)
"Great location. Very comfortable room; nice amenities. Within walking distance to many great places. Would definitely stay here again."
United States
Jane Hodges
The price is Rp3.594.720
Rp5.437.262 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Casa De La Vina
Front of property

4. Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Always a pleasure to stay at the Harbor House!"
United States
Jackson
The price is Rp5.224.904
Rp5.956.391 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Harbor House Inn
Front of property – evening/night

5. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"great place to stay. Excellent location, very helpful staff, will definitely stay here again"
United States
darryl a
The price is Rp4.900.468
Rp5.586.534 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
La Playa Inn
Deluxe Apartment | Interior

6. Casa Yano by The Beach

Casa Yano by The Beach
4.0 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Really nice stay! Modern and very clean. I love how close we were to everything. Walking distance to shops, the harbor and restaurants. The hosts were very nice and the communication was excellent! We will definitely go back."
United States
Kelli
The price is Rp5.074.898
Rp7.639.672 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Casa Yano by The Beach
Apartment (1 Bedroom) | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

7. Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin
3.0 star property
Laguna, 3.2 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (289 reviews)
"Had a great stay, ideal stay and close to Santa Barbara bowl."
United States
Yessica
The price is Rp2.860.632
Rp4.603.092 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Casa Jardin
Superior Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (The Grand Studio Double) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

8. Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (429 reviews)
"Wonderful stay - the hotel is unique and centrally located, just a quick walk to the main drag. Room was spacious and very well appointed."
United States
Mary
The price is Rp7.153.845
Rp8.169.333 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Palihouse Santa Barbara
View from property

9. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,104 reviews)
"Clean rooms , great breakfast 🍳, nice pool, 🏊‍♀️"
United States
Lorena
The price is Rp5.477.023
Rp6.243.860 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Fountain

10. The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,241 reviews)
"Great location amd very friendly staff. "
United States
Marcella
The price is Rp3.276.562
Rp3.735.281 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
The Franciscan Hotel
Front of property

11. Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great hotel."
United States
Dayne
The price is Rp5.794.796
Rp6.726.063 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Mason Beach Inn
Room amenity

12. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
East Beach, 0.6 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,441 reviews)
"Great place for the price"
United States
Ismael Vasquez
The price is Rp3.243.680
Rp3.704.120 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Front of property

13. Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Simple hotel but great location!"
United States
Abraham
The price is Rp4.319.447
Rp4.932.664 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Restaurant

14. Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
The Funk Zone, 2.4 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (985 reviews)
"Great location, no complaints at all. Views were amazing and everyone was very happy, polite, and generally just in good moods!"
United States
Caroline
The price is Rp6.864.069
Rp9.182.804 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Hotel Californian
Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

15. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,349 reviews)
"Great place to stay and great location."
United States
Martin
The price is Rp3.569.678
Rp4.212.227 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
City view from property

16. ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Lower State, 2.6 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (233 reviews)
"Great and cheap stay with great and friendly staff and just as friendly guests."
United States
Prahlad
The price is Rp3.581.631
Rp4.083.060 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
Lobby sitting area

17. Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,230 reviews)
"Loved their breakfast!!"
United States
Kaori
The price is Rp4.132.025
Rp4.718.459 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Beachside Inn
Exterior

18. Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Lower State, 2.7 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (676 reviews)
"awesome stay"
United States
Rey Jacob
The price is Rp3.305.620
Rp3.949.285 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Haley Hotel
Reception

19. The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
East Beach, 0.5 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Our original booking was only for 2 nights and we found the Inn so wonderful after the first night we extended for 3 more nights. Perfect location!"
United States
Patrick
The price is Rp3.518.964
Rp4.011.620 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
The Inn at East Beach
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | View from room

20. Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
4.0 star property
2.2 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Wonderful stay!"
United States
Anthony
The price is Rp4.462.474
Rp5.847.883 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Montecito Inn
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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
Exterior
Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,156 reviews
View
Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | Interior
Casa Riviera
4.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
266 reviews
View
Comfort Apartment, 1 King Bed | Exterior
Casa De La Vina
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
196 reviews
View
Front of property
Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,002 reviews
View
Front of property – evening/night
La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,004 reviews
View

Top Santa Barbara Zoo Hotel Reviews

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

8/10 Good
"Brisas was a great location and the staff was wonderful and helpful. Would definitely stay there again."
Ignacio 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Other attractions near Santa Barbara Zoo

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East Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at East Beach during your trip to Santa Barbara? Stroll along the waterfront or seek out the cycling trails.
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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 80 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Santa Barbara Zoo?
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and 2 bars. It's located just a short 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Santa Barbara Zoo. Other good choices within a short distance include Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort and Santa Barbara Inn.
How many hotels are there close to Santa Barbara Zoo?
Expedia has 80 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 El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, Presidio Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum. Explore notable local landmarks like Mission Santa Barbara, Casa Del Herrero and Rafael Gonzalez House. You can catch a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, Lobero Theater and Granada Theatre.
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.