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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, (1227)
"Absolutely perfect location right by the water, near Stearn’s Wharf, walkable to downtown and the Amtrak station - and the room was great! We’ll certainly stay here again if we come to Santa Barbara again!"
The price is RM850
RM971 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Outdoor pool
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Very peaceful and relaxing. The grounds are well maintained and the view of the ocean is beautiful. The pool is nice too."
The price is RM564
RM634 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
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, (1417)
"It was clean and walking distance to shops and restaurants. The complimentary breakfast was excellent. They only had one ice machine and it didn't work well. The front desk employees were professional but not friendly and didn't seem very happy. But again they did their jobs and were professional. Overall happy with my stay."
The price is RM443
RM539 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1202)
"Loved the small boutique feel. The room was clean, updated, king suite was large and roomie. A full kichen with everything you need. Breakfast and onsite free parking was great. 1 1|2 block to beach. Will definitely stay here again."
The price is RM970
RM1,107 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, (1529)
"Great location and staff"
The price is RM900
RM1,028 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 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)
"Great location!"
The price is RM1,112
RM1,469 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, (1001)
"This was a lovely property in a great location. The staff were welcoming and it was great to have breakfast included and a cheese and wine reception in the evening. The room we had was right across from the pool, which was convenient. The room did smell damp but was otherwise clean and comfortable. We wondered if it needed better ventilation. We could walk to local restaurants, the pier and harbour. "
The price is RM827
RM943 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 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, (1316)
"Easy access, rooms are clean and updated. As VIP member, I got free champagne. Free happy hour and breakfast. Close to beach and restaurants."
The price is RM941
RM1,075 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
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, (1021)
"Clean, safe and quiet..EXSEPT: could hear the neighbor snoring. Somewhat thin walls."
The price is RM499
RM569 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
The Franciscan Hotel
Front of property
The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Very close to beach and pier. Also very close to State street for good dining. Parking was excellent. Staff was friendly and informative."
The price is RM782
RM891 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
The Franciscan Hotel
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, (1072)
"We were told it was unsafe for us to park our own car, so we paid for valet But when we were leaving we noticed other guests parkimg their cars in the secure area. We feel we were misinformed just to get us to use their valet services "
The price is RM661
RM755 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach, an IHG Hotel
La Playa Inn
Front of property – evening/night
La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (947)
"Clean and modern. Very comfortable bed."
The price is RM910
RM1,038 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
La Playa Inn
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, (1800)
"Always enjoy my stay and the free breakfast "
The price is RM516
RM588 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Amanzi Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
Riviera Beach House
Sun deck
Riviera Beach House
3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (970)
"Great location, close to restaurants and bars, ocean "
The price is RM1,039
RM1,187 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Riviera Beach House
Mason Beach Inn
Front of property
Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (750)
"Lovely boutique hotel very close to beach."
The price is RM823
RM964 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Mason Beach Inn
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Terrace/patio
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (972)
"Great property love it "
The price is RM622
RM710 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
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 RM5,493
RM6,647 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)
"Fantastic resort - just about as top notch as you can get. Very much on par with a four seasons property. "
The price is RM3,145
RM3,925 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Ojai Valley Inn
Montecito Inn
View from room
Montecito Inn
4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Limited rooms with a view "
The price is RM838
RM1,135 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Montecito Inn
The Upham Hotel
Terrace/patio
The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Focus of property is a courtyard lawn with seating on the lawn. Peaceful, lovely garden, hummingbirds and small bunnies."
The price is RM1,073
RM1,224 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
The Upham Hotel
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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.