The rooftop bar/restaurant offered great food, drinks, and live music with reasonable happy-hour prices.
Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, amazing, and made to order with friendly staff.
Free parking was a convenient and appreciated amenity at this property.
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta highlights
Perched near Goleta Beach, Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta offers a tranquil retreat with golfing on site and breathtaking views from the rooftop terrace. Guests can unwind in the garden or by the pool with free cabanas, connect to WiFi, and appreciate helpful staff.
Perched near Goleta Beach, Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta offers a tranquil retreat with golfing on site and breathtaking views from the rooftop terrace. Guests can unwind in the garden or by the pool with free cabanas, connect to WiFi, and appreciate helpful staff.
Evening receptions and spa tubs set the tone for relaxation, while breakfast buffets fuel adventures at this Santa Barbara retreat
What guests liked
Breakfast options were great and the food was well-prepared.
The pool and play area were enjoyed by both children and adults alike.
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta highlights
The Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta offers a blend of comfort and convenience near UC Santa Barbara. Guests can enjoy a breakfast buffet, unwind in the spa tub or outdoor pool, and take advantage of free grocery shopping and laundry services.
The Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta offers a blend of comfort and convenience near UC Santa Barbara. Guests can enjoy a breakfast buffet, unwind in the spa tub or outdoor pool, and take advantage of free grocery shopping and laundry services.
Yoga, spa treatments, and sunny dining await at this coastal retreat, where three pools and lush gardens set the scene for relaxation
What guests liked
Dining options were good and service was excellent at the property's restaurants.
The spa was described as divine, nice, and incredible with many guests enjoying massages and manicures.
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara highlights
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara offers a peaceful escape near Goleta Butterfly Grove and Glen Annie Golf Club. Enjoy yoga, massages, poolside lounging, six restaurants, a poolside bar, free Wi-Fi, and on-site shopping.
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara offers a peaceful escape near Goleta Butterfly Grove and Glen Annie Golf Club. Enjoy yoga, massages, poolside lounging, six restaurants, a poolside bar, free Wi-Fi, and on-site shopping.
A Santa Barbara sanctuary where breakfast fuels garden strolls, the terrace beckons relaxation, and exceptional service sets the tone
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, with multiple courses and a variety of options, including wine and hors d'oeuvres.
The property offers excellent dining options with good variety, quality, and friendly service.
Simpson House Inn highlights
The Simpson House Inn in Upper East offers a tranquil escape. Guests enjoy a full breakfast before exploring lush gardens or relaxing on the cozy terrace. A well-stocked library and lobby refreshments add charm, while attentive staff ensure a top-notch stay.
The Simpson House Inn in Upper East offers a tranquil escape. Guests enjoy a full breakfast before exploring lush gardens or relaxing on the cozy terrace. A well-stocked library and lobby refreshments add charm, while attentive staff ensure a top-notch stay.
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
4.1 mi from Sands Beach
Pool
Pet friendly
Parking available
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (145)
8.6/10
Excellent
(145)
cleanliness
Fireside relaxation and poolside cabanas offer a slice of California cool at this Santa Barbara retreat near Upper State Street
What guests liked
The pool was clean, quiet, and refreshing, with many guests enjoying a great time in it.
The property has great areas to walk pets and is super pet friendly, making it an excellent choice for travelers with dogs.
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel highlights
This hotel blends laid-back luxury with practical perks. Lounge by the firepit, hit the 24-hour gym for yoga, or decompress in the spa tub. The staff earns rave reviews, and free WiFi keeps everyone connected. It's a comfortable base for exploring Santa Barbara's charms.
This hotel blends laid-back luxury with practical perks. Lounge by the firepit, hit the 24-hour gym for yoga, or decompress in the spa tub. The staff earns rave reviews, and free WiFi keeps everyone connected. It's a comfortable base for exploring Santa Barbara's charms.
Coastal comfort meets practical amenities: outdoor pool, spa tub, and to-go breakfast for a laid-back California getaway
What guests liked
Breakfast options were plentiful and delicious with many guests praising the quality and variety of food.
The property offers a great selection for breakfast and a variety of nearby dining options within walking distance.
The hot tub was great and well-maintained.
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta highlights
This Santa Barbara hotel offers coastal relaxation with an outdoor pool and spa tub. Guests can start their day with a to-go breakfast, stay connected with WiFi, and use dry cleaning services. The staff's helpfulness has left a positive impression on many visitors.
This Santa Barbara hotel offers coastal relaxation with an outdoor pool and spa tub. Guests can start their day with a to-go breakfast, stay connected with WiFi, and use dry cleaning services. The staff's helpfulness has left a positive impression on many visitors.
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
4 mi from Sands Beach
Pool
Pet friendly
Parking available
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Connecting rooms available
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (779)
8.4/10
Very Good
(779)
cleanliness
California cool meets coastal comfort at this laid-back Goleta Beach retreat, where the staff's warmth rivals the Santa Barbara sunshine
What guests liked
The pool was a highlight, warm, clean, and enjoyable with a relaxing garden vibe and firepits.
The on-site restaurant served delicious food and provided excellent service.
The property offers a pet-friendly environment with no extra fees and a welcoming atmosphere for furry friends.
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton highlights
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta channels SoCal's easygoing spirit. Lounge by the pool, soak up garden vibes, or gather around the firepit. Enjoy local flavors at the on-site restaurant, with multilingual staff ensuring smooth service. It's a choose-your-own-adventure!
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta channels SoCal's easygoing spirit. Lounge by the pool, soak up garden vibes, or gather around the firepit. Enjoy local flavors at the on-site restaurant, with multilingual staff ensuring smooth service. It's a choose-your-own-adventure!
Santa Barbara Harbor's stylish neighbor offers a laid-back retreat with convenient amenities for those seeking a break from the daily grind
What guests liked
Parking was easy and included, with some rooms even having direct access to parking spaces.
Great restaurants and bars are within walking distance from the property.
Casa De La Vina highlights
Casa De La Vina sits a stone's throw from Santa Barbara Harbor, providing a chill spot to recharge. Guests can tap into in-room WiFi, park for free, and enjoy a smoke-free environment. It's a solid home base for city explorers looking to decompress after a day out.
Casa De La Vina sits a stone's throw from Santa Barbara Harbor, providing a chill spot to recharge. Guests can tap into in-room WiFi, park for free, and enjoy a smoke-free environment. It's a solid home base for city explorers looking to decompress after a day out.
A cozy B&B where old-world charm meets modern convenience, offering express check-in and out for those who value both comfort and efficiency
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, amazing, and excellent with great choices and freshly baked treats.
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages highlights
The Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages, near Santa Barbara's historic courthouse, blends comfort with practical amenities. Guests can warm up by the lobby fireplace or explore nearby cultural spots. In-room WiFi and a computer station keep everyone connected, with staff ready to assist.
The Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages, near Santa Barbara's historic courthouse, blends comfort with practical amenities. Guests can warm up by the lobby fireplace or explore nearby cultural spots. In-room WiFi and a computer station keep everyone connected, with staff ready to assist.
Santa Barbara's cozy retreat serves up hearty breakfasts and quiet corners for bookworms, with a garden patio that's perfect for afternoon unwinding
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, fantastic, and homemade with many guests thoroughly enjoying their morning meals.
Bath Street Inn highlights
Bath Street Inn in Santa Barbara offers more than a place to crash. Guests enjoy a full breakfast, garden lounging, terrace chilling, or diving into the library's collection. Wi-Fi keeps everyone connected, and the staff is ready to help with anything.
Bath Street Inn in Santa Barbara offers more than a place to crash. Guests enjoy a full breakfast, garden lounging, terrace chilling, or diving into the library's collection. Wi-Fi keeps everyone connected, and the staff is ready to help with anything.
Santa Barbara's sun-soaked retreat offers poolside lounging and practical perks like luggage storage, setting the stage for a memorable stay
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently great with friendly and attentive staff.
The pool area was a highlight, offering a heated pool, lagoon setting, and opportunities to feed ducks and other wildlife.
The hot tub was very relaxing in a serene lagoon setting with spa towels provided.
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara highlights
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara offers a peaceful escape with continental breakfast, an outdoor pool, and a garden. Guests enjoy high-speed WiFi and convenient dry cleaning services for a perfect California getaway.
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara offers a peaceful escape with continental breakfast, an outdoor pool, and a garden. Guests enjoy high-speed WiFi and convenient dry cleaning services for a perfect California getaway.
Sun-soaked beachside retreat offers a bright, friendly vibe and easy access to Santa Barbara's coastal charms
What guests liked
The complimentary breakfast offered a variety of options including pastries, bagels, yogurt, cereals, and more.
The property is very close to the beautiful beach with easy walking distance and free bike rentals available.
The property offers a warm welcome to pets and a pet-friendly environment that adds to the overall enjoyment of a visit.
Marina Beach Motel highlights
This heart-of-Santa Barbara motel serves up a slice of California cool. Guests start their day with continental breakfast before hitting the beach or borrowing bikes to cruise to nearby Stearns Wharf. A garden terrace provides a chill spot to unwind after exploring the harbor.
This heart-of-Santa Barbara motel serves up a slice of California cool. Guests start their day with continental breakfast before hitting the beach or borrowing bikes to cruise to nearby Stearns Wharf. A garden terrace provides a chill spot to unwind after exploring the harbor.
Santa Barbara's hidden gem: A tranquil retreat steps from the Bowl, where WiFi flows freely and relaxation comes naturally
What guests liked
The property is within a 5-minute drive and 2 miles walking distance to the beach.
The property offers convenient and well-maintained private parking with chargers.
Casa Jardin highlights
Tucked away in Laguna, Casa Jardin offers a peaceful escape just a stone's throw from Santa Barbara Bowl. Guests can tap into complimentary WiFi while soaking up the calm atmosphere, and self-parking adds a dash of convenience to the stay.
Tucked away in Laguna, Casa Jardin offers a peaceful escape just a stone's throw from Santa Barbara Bowl. Guests can tap into complimentary WiFi while soaking up the calm atmosphere, and self-parking adds a dash of convenience to the stay.
Santa Barbara's beachfront beckons with colorful umbrellas, while complimentary bikes offer a breezy way to explore the town's hidden gems
What guests liked
The property is conveniently located near the beach with many guests mentioning it's within walking distance.
Harbor House Inn highlights
Harbor House Inn sits across from Santa Barbara Beach, offering a laid-back coastal vibe. Guests can pedal to nearby Stearns Wharf on free bikes, then return to surf the web or flip through newspapers. The staff's local knowledge adds a personal touch to the experience.
Harbor House Inn sits across from Santa Barbara Beach, offering a laid-back coastal vibe. Guests can pedal to nearby Stearns Wharf on free bikes, then return to surf the web or flip through newspapers. The staff's local knowledge adds a personal touch to the experience.
Sun-soaked coastal retreat offers a front-row seat to Santa Barbara's beachside charm, just a stone's throw from the iconic Stearns Wharf
What guests liked
The property is within walking distance to the beach, offering a convenient and enjoyable beach experience.
Breakfast options were varied and good, with many guests enjoying the continental selection.
Free parking was available on site, with some rooms even having parking directly in front of them, making it convenient and easy to park.
La Playa Inn highlights
This laid-back inn offers California cool near Stearns Wharf. Enjoy lazy afternoons on the terrace, with practical perks like parking and luggage storage. The staff's warmth matches the sunny locale, earning high marks from beach-loving guests.
This laid-back inn offers California cool near Stearns Wharf. Enjoy lazy afternoons on the terrace, with practical perks like parking and luggage storage. The staff's warmth matches the sunny locale, earning high marks from beach-loving guests.
A laid-back oasis where history meets modern comfort, offering poolside relaxation and complimentary bikes for local exploration
What guests liked
The pool area was comfortable and offered a relaxing space for guests to unwind.
Free parking was convenient and easily accessible on arrival.
Palihouse Santa Barbara highlights
Palihouse Santa Barbara, near the Presidio and Historical Museum, blends old-world charm with contemporary ease. Guests enjoy breakfast, lounge by the pool, or bike through town. At night, the lobby fireplace is a cozy spot for cocktails and conversation.
Palihouse Santa Barbara, near the Presidio and Historical Museum, blends old-world charm with contemporary ease. Guests enjoy breakfast, lounge by the pool, or bike through town. At night, the lobby fireplace is a cozy spot for cocktails and conversation.
Santa Barbara's beachside haven blends relaxation and adventure, offering sun-soaked shores and soothing spa experiences
What guests liked
Breakfast was a highlight with a variety of options including pastries, egg bites, and yogurt parfait.
The property is conveniently located within walking distance to the beach and offers scenic coastal rides with free bike rentals.
The pool was clean, nice, and a great feature for swimmers, with some even enjoying a hot tub dip.
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach highlights
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach near Santa Barbara Harbor offers a laid-back coastal vibe. Guests enjoy continental breakfast, an outdoor pool, spa tub, and bike rentals. Free Wi-Fi and a fireplace lobby add to the cozy charm.
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach near Santa Barbara Harbor offers a laid-back coastal vibe. Guests enjoy continental breakfast, an outdoor pool, spa tub, and bike rentals. Free Wi-Fi and a fireplace lobby add to the cozy charm.
Santa Barbara's hilltop retreat blends wellness and indulgence, offering fireside relaxation and garden-fresh cuisine in a luxe setting
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara highlights
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, crowns a Santa Barbara hill with views to match. The spa beckons with deep-tissue massages and hydrotherapy, while yoga classes keep the 24-hour gym interesting. Guests lounge by the outdoor pool, surf the WiFi, or browse on-site shops.
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, crowns a Santa Barbara hill with views to match. The spa beckons with deep-tissue massages and hydrotherapy, while yoga classes keep the 24-hour gym interesting. Guests lounge by the outdoor pool, surf the WiFi, or browse on-site shops.
Santa Barbara's beachside retreat offers a slice of California paradise, complete with sunny skies, warm spa tubs, and harbor views
What guests liked
The property's proximity to the beach was a major plus, with many guests enjoying the short walks to the shore.
The pool was a highlight, being warm, nicely heated, and a great spot for kids to enjoy.
Convenient and free parking was a major plus for guests.
The Franciscan Hotel highlights
The Franciscan Hotel in Santa Barbara Beach is a coastal oasis for relaxation. Lounge by the outdoor pool, soak in the spa tub, or explore town on rental bikes. With free WiFi and a central location, it's perfect for discovering the area's attractions.
The Franciscan Hotel in Santa Barbara Beach is a coastal oasis for relaxation. Lounge by the outdoor pool, soak in the spa tub, or explore town on rental bikes. With free WiFi and a central location, it's perfect for discovering the area's attractions.
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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.
Other landmarks in California
University of California, Santa Barbara
If you'd like to get a taste of Goleta student life, check out University of California, Santa Barbara, located 2 mi (3.2 km) from central Goleta. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is walkable and has lots of nice beaches.
If want to top up your tan, you might want to head out to Goleta Beach, located 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from central Santa Barbara. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Campus Beach, Isla Vista Beach, and More Mesa Beach.
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Devereux Beach during your trip to Goleta? Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Ellwood Beach during your trip to Goleta? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
The area has plenty to choose from with 1,755 lodging options including hotels and vacation rentals.
How much does it cost to stay in a hotel near Sands Beach?
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What cheap hotels are close to Sands Beach?
For a wallet-friendly hotel close to Sands Beach, take a look at Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta, which offers an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a restaurant.
Can I find hotels close to Sands Beach that are fully refundable?
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What are the best romantic hotels near Sands Beach?
For a romantic stay, The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara offers a beach, an ocean-view restaurant, and 3 outdoor pools. It’s a short 12-minute drive from Sands Beach.
What are the best family hotels close to Sands Beach?
Keep the family happy with a stay at Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta which offers free cribs, an outdoor pool, and free pool cabanas. Sands Beach is 8 minutes away by car.
Pamper yourself with a stay at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara, which is a short 12-minute drive from Sands Beach. This hotel features 5 restaurants including ‘O’ Bar + Kitchen and has 3 outdoor pools.
Another luxe option is Simpson House Inn, which is 21 minutes away by car.
What are the best hotels near Sands Beach with free parking?
Travelers looking to drive and park with ease should consider a stay at Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Barbara/Goleta, which offers free parking. You’ll be a short 12-minute drive from Sands Beach.
Casita Eco-Glamping Santa Barbara 4 people- Luxe: Experience a rural setting when you stay a 24-minute drive from Sands Beach. This campsite offers guests a balcony, a smart TV, and free WiFi.
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