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Top 10 Hotels in Waterfront, Santa Barbara

Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Exterior detail
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1236)
"Perfect location in Santa Barbara!"
The price is RM926
RM1,058 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1426)
"Front desk staff was courteous and helpful"
The price is RM519
RM626 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Outdoor pool
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"A unique place right on the Ocean with spectacular views from all rooms over the pool and into the waves. A beach you can walk on during low tide. The rooms themselves are meh. Not great decor, old, squeaky bed, low grade uncomfortable pillows. The Shoals restaurant is very good. "
The price is RM591
RM664 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1205)
"My wife and I absolutely loved the experience and service provided by the hotel and its staff. From check in to during the stay we've loved coming back here after each days adventures! We came to celebrate for our honeymoon and were provided very special and written congratulations by the hotel management along with a mixed cocktail from the hotel for us to celebrate with. We stayed for 6 days and can’t wait to come back! "
The price is RM891
RM1,017 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Inn By The Harbor
Front of property – evening/night
Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1507)
"Clean"
The price is RM748
RM854 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Inn By The Harbor
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Terrace/patio
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"It was a little underwhelming, the ceiling in the bathroom looked old and it was brown too. The area in general feels underwhelming in general. Does the job."
The price is RM1,136
RM1,502 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Outdoor spa tub
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1007)
"Excellent location with balcony overlooking the beach just walking distance to always where I want to go."
The price is RM803
RM916 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Front of property
Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1291)
"We enjoyed our stay! A cute and clean hotel with comfortable beds and a wonderful continental breakfast. Easy walking distance to the beach, shops and restaurants. We would stay here again!"
The price is RM783
RM895 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Room amenity
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Cute and convenient. Great shower and fresh looking paint in the room. Would like to have had a microwave but the fridge was spacious."
The price is RM482
RM550 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach, an IHG Hotel
Property amenity
Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach, an IHG Hotel
3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1060)
"The best sunrise and sunset view! Staff was amazing from valet to check in. Room was super clean and the area is close to everything. Went walking downtown for dinner and drinks a great place within walking distance of anything you can imagine."
The price is RM702
RM802 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach, an IHG Hotel
Amanzi Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Amanzi Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1774)
"Good and comfortable "
The price is RM667
RM760 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Amanzi Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
The Franciscan Hotel
Front of property
The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"The location was perfect … a block from the beach and easy walk to restaurants and pier. It’s was quiet and clean on the property. Breakfast was good and fresh squeezed OJ was a pleasant surprise. Only complaint was that the eating area was way too small. Other than that I would stay there again for sure. "
The price is RM841
RM959 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
The Franciscan Hotel
Riviera Beach House
Sun deck
Riviera Beach House
3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (972)
"We loved staying at the Riviera. It was a prime location for all of the fun activities and great food in Santa Barbara. Service was friendly and prompt for any needs we had and the hotel smelled amazing. Iwould definitely recommend a stay here for anyone wanting to experience the best of Santa Barbara. "
The price is RM786
RM898 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Riviera Beach House
La Playa Inn
Front of property – evening/night
La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (954)
"Room was very comfortable… the beds were a little too high but very comfortable…"
The price is RM677
RM772 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
La Playa Inn
Rosewood Miramar Beach
Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar
Rosewood Miramar Beach
5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (255)
"One of my all-time favorites anywhere"
The price is RM5,614
RM6,794 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Rosewood Miramar Beach
Ojai Valley Inn
Exterior
Ojai Valley Inn
5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Spectacular – can't wait to return! "
The price is RM2,949
RM3,706 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Ojai Valley Inn
Mason Beach Inn
Front of property
Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (755)
"Wonderful place in a great location. We’ve stayed here before and will stay here again. "
The price is RM1,025
RM1,195 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Mason Beach Inn
Hotel Santa Barbara
Front of property
Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"This hotel is in a very convenient location on State Street, surrounded by many restaurants, bars, and stores. It's a half-mile walk to the beach and Stearns Wharf. The immediate area seems geared towards the collegiate crowd. The hotel was undergoing renovation so the temporary lobby was small. Staff was very friendly."
The price is RM1,060
RM1,220 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Hotel Santa Barbara
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carpinteria
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carpinteria
2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"I ordered a room with a king bed. When I ordered the room it stated “pet friendly “. We have a “well behaved” dog. They changed our room because they said it “was not pet friendly. I’m 74 years old! Still working EMR. The room they gave us had a chair which felt like I was sitting in a hole. It , was worn out with little or no stuffing in the couch. Very uncomfortable. Staff was not friendly!! The room was clean, but I was there to regenerate and for the comfort! The comfort wasn’t there!"
The price is RM479
RM538 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carpinteria
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Terrace/patio
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (976)
"It’s fine for a quick over night stay, but not for a nice family vacation. Room is small. But it’s a motel like facility which is expected. Can hear lots of noises outside including the train. Otherwise staff is very nice. "
The price is RM533
RM609 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
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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 East Beach and Cabrillo Pavillion 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?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Cabrillo Pavillion, Leadbetter Beach and Chase Palm Park. You could also plan a visit to East Beach or Santa Barbara Harbor while you're in the neighbourhood. Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, Santa Barbara Deep Sea and Stearns Wharf are just a few of the places to visit in and around Waterfront. Santa Barbara Art Foundry and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara.