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Pick from 19 Santa Barbara Oceanfront Hotels and compare room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (732)
"We love this place. Secured parking and the beach is right across the street:) Restaurant is good! Pool and hot tub are a must!"
The price is $312
includes taxes & fees
$274 per night
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Hotel Californian
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (859)
"Beautiful rooms and property, close to the beach and close to all the restaurants "
The price is $901
includes taxes & fees
$789 per night
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Hotel Californian
Harbor View Inn
Outdoor pool
Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Excellent hotel and super location "
The price is $314
includes taxes & fees
$275 per night
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Harbor View Inn
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)
"My favorite part was happy hour from 5-6 and they have chardonnay or cabernet and they always have something for the kids also"
The price is $238
includes taxes & fees
$209 per night
Sep 29 - Sep 30
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Room amenity
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1006)
"Loved the location, evening/morning walk at the beach !"
The price is $139
includes taxes & fees
$122 per night
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Beachside Inn
View from room
Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Great location. Older property needs some tlc. Manager and staff are working very hard to improve property. Seems to be under capitalized by owners."
The price is $239
includes taxes & fees
$209 per night
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Beachside Inn
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Terrace/patio
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"The location is great and the property is very nice. My only complaint is that every time I use Expedia the room I get is usually the room for disabilities. My last day we specifically booked a room that was not an ended up with the same old, same old. I wish somehow this trend could be eliminated. It really isn’t fair that when you book a non-ADA room I always get that very wrong."
The price is $336
includes taxes & fees
$294 per night
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Inn on Summer Hill
Lobby
Inn on Summer Hill
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (288)
"Breakfast with staff cooking scrambled egg and bacon. Wine and cheese with crackers in the evening. Goodies served later. Ocean sound machine in room with fireplace. Fantastic B and B."
The price is $259
includes taxes & fees
$231 per night
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Inn on Summer Hill
Hotel Santa Barbara
Front of property
Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Beautiful property "
The price is $375
includes taxes & fees
$329 per night
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Hotel Santa Barbara
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Exterior detail
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1174)
"The staff here are fantastic. The valet gave us great recommendations for dinner and the place was clean and comfortable. "
The price is $206
includes taxes & fees
$181 per night
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
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Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Barbara like for a seaside holiday?
Make your Santa Barbara vacation exceptional by staying somewhere with sea views. Be sure to book one overlooking the beautiful coast or beaches for a chance to wake up next to the ocean. After you’ve had your fill of the sea and beach, check out the shopping and biking trails in Santa Barbara.
What are some of the top oceanview accommodations in Santa Barbara?
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara is a hotel just 12 minutes walk from Leadbetter Beach. It offers 2 outdoor pools, a snack bar, sun loungers, beach towels, and free WiFi. Other popular accommodations with ocean views include Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort and Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt.
How many accommodations with views of the ocean are there in Santa Barbara on Expedia?
You’ll find 19 oceanview hotels in Santa Barbara on Expedia.
What is there to see and do around Santa Barbara?
After arriving and settling in at your accommodation of choice, you might want to venture out and explore. If you can’t wait to check out the beaches, head to Leadbetter Beach or Arroyo Burro Beach for a relaxing day by the water. Discover the area’s historical sites and sunsets, and make time for local attractions like Santa Barbara County Courthouse and Arlington Theater. For even more to see and do, pay a visit to Lobero Theater or Santa Barbara Historical Museum.
Why should I choose an oceanview hotel for my Santa Barbara vacation?
Indulge yourself with an oceanview room and enjoy great views of the ocean during your trip to Santa Barbara. Expedia makes it easy to get a great hotel when you use our ocean view filter in the search results to narrow your search.