Hotels in Waterfront
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Featured Hotels in Waterfront

The Milo
202 W Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
0.67 mi from Waterfront
$262 nightly
The price is $299 total per night
$299 total
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Total with taxes and fees
2 outdoor pools, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub are featured at The Milo. Valet parking is offered for USD 40 per night. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and concierge services. Other amenities at this beach hotel include meeting rooms, a meeting room, and free use of bicycles.
Pool
Hot Tub

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
633 E Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
0.28 mi from Waterfront
$309 nightly
The price is $353 total per night
$353 total
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym. Valet parking is offered for USD 50 per day. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and concierge services. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this beach resort include WiFi in public areas, a hot tub, and meeting rooms.
Pool
Hot Tub

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
0.87 mi from Waterfront
$166 nightly
The price is $188 total per night
$188 total
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Total with taxes and fees
At Avania Inn of Santa Barbara, guests have access to an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage, and offer advice about sights and eateries nearby. Additional amenities include express check-out, a terrace, and a TV in a common area.
Pool
Hot Tub

Inn By The Harbor
433 W Montecito St Santa Barbara CA
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
1.01 mi from Waterfront
$207 nightly
The price is $237 total per night
$237 total
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Total with taxes and fees
At Inn By The Harbor, guests enjoy features like an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a hot tub, a 24-hour business center, and coffee/tea in a common area.
Pool
Hot Tub

Hotel Santa Barbara
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
0.9 mi from Waterfront
$259 nightly
The price is $295 total per night
$295 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
At Hotel Santa Barbara, guests have access to a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. Valet parking is available for USD 30 per day. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with concierge services, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a meeting room, free use of bicycles, and free newspapers.
Pet friendly
Free WiFi

Sandpiper Lodge
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
3.74 mi from Waterfront
$109 nightly
The price is $124 total per night
$124 total
Mar 24 - Mar 25
Total with taxes and fees
At Sandpiper Lodge, guests enjoy an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to help secure valuables, and answer any questions about the area. Additional amenities include a hot tub, a business center, and coffee/tea in a common area.
Pool
Hot Tub

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
3850 State St Santa Barbara CA
4.26 mi from Waterfront
Guests staying at Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn enjoy access to 2 outdoor pools, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a microwave in a common area, a computer station, and express check-out.
Pool
Pet friendly

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
4111 State Street Santa Barbara CA
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
4.82 mi from Waterfront
$190 nightly
The price is $220 total per night
$220 total
Apr 15 - Apr 16
Total with taxes and fees
At Hyatt Place Santa Barbara, guests have access to a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space. Self parking is available for USD 9.99 per night. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a 24-hour business center, a computer station, and a terrace.
Breakfast included
Pet friendly

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
4770 Calle Real Santa Barbara CA
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
6.41 mi from Waterfront
$178 nightly
The price is $206 total per night
$206 total
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Total with taxes and fees
At Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara, guests have access to an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with luggage storage, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a business center, a computer station, and free newspapers.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Waterfront hotels essential information
Accommodation | 1,537 hotels |
|---|---|
Lowest Price | $124 |
Highest Price | $353 |
Popular hotels | Hotel Santa Barbara, Sandpiper Lodge, Hyatt Place Santa Barbara, Avania Inn of Santa Barbara, Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn, Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort, The Milo, Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara, Inn By The Harbor |
Popular places to visit

Santa Barbara Harbor
4.5/5(532 reviews)
Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Leadbetter Beach
4.5/5(23 reviews)
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Leadbetter Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Santa Barbara. While you're in the area, stroll along the marina.
Cabrillo Pavillion
5/5(1 review)
Cabrillo Pavillion is just one of the places to see in Santa Barbara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside or seek out the biking trails.
Recent Reviews

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
1/5 Terrible
"Title: Significant Decline in Service and Lack of Professionalism
We have stayed at this property several times in the past and always enjoyed our visits, which is why we chose to return. Unfortunately, our most recent stay was deeply disappointing due to a series of service failures and unprofessional conduct.
The Valet Experience:
Upon arrival, we received no assistance with offloading our vehicle. Worse, the valet team misplaced our keys for nearly 30 minutes. Throughout this ordeal, the staff remained unapologetic, dismissive, and entirely unprofessional. It was an incredibly frustrating start to our trip.
Billing Issues:
To make matters worse, we found that we were overcharged for our stay. When I approached management to resolve the discrepancy and requested an itemized receipt, my request was flatly refused. This lack of transparency regarding financial charges is unacceptable for any hospitality establishment.
Final Verdict:
While we previously valued this hotel, the combination of poor logistics, rude staff, and questionable billing practices has ensured that we will not be returning. I would advise future guests to double-check their statements and be prepared for a lack of basic courtesy from the service teams."
A verified traveler stayed at Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Posted 3 hours ago
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