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The Inn at East Beach

2.5 star property
Motel with outdoor pool, near Santa Barbara Zoo

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Reception
Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM, sun loungers
Breakfast area
1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Nestled in Santa Barbara Beach, The Inn at East Beach offers a warm welcome with a fireplace in the lobby. Relax by the outdoor pool, unwind on sun loungers or take advantage of beach towels to soak up some fun under the sun. Previous guests rave about this motel's beach location and helpful staff.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (9)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Near the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Beach towels
  • Self parking
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Pets allowed
  • Self parking (surcharge)
$153 nightly
The total price is $175
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
  • 463 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Fireplace

1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Fireplace

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Fridge, microwave

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
  • 463 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Terrace)

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Terrace) | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Terrace)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
  • 463 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Kitchen (Terrace)

1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Kitchen (Terrace)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
  • 463 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Partial Ocean View

Shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 323 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace

Shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace

Highlights

Terrace
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace

Highlights

Terrace
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 323 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1029 Orilla Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 8 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 14 min drive
  • Oxnard, CA (OXR) - 39 min drive
  • Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 48 min drive
  • Carpinteria Station - 17 min drive
  • UC Santa Barbara Station - 19 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Station - 29 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Shellfish Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪East Beach Tacos - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Moby Dick Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Inn at East Beach

At The Inn at East Beach, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Santa Barbara Zoo and Stearns Wharf. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool, and hiking/biking trails and segway rentals/tours are nearby. Also, Santa Barbara Bowl and Santa Barbara Harbor are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and beach location.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 33 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Uncovered onsite self parking (USD 15.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible van parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Pool gate
  • Fence around the pool

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Segway rentals/tours nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • An outdoor pool
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per pet, per stay

Parking

  • Uncovered self parking costs USD 15.00 per night with in/out privileges

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club

Also known as

East Beach Inn
Inn East Beach
Inn East Beach Santa Barbara
The Inn at East Beach Motel
The Inn at East Beach Santa Barbara
The Inn at East Beach Motel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

Does The Inn at East Beach offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Inn at East Beach does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Inn at East Beach?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at The Inn at East Beach?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 50.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Inn at East Beach?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 15.00 per night. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Inn at East Beach?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at The Inn at East Beach and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, hiking, and windsurfing. Additional recreation nearby includes segway rentals. The Inn at East Beach also has an outdoor pool.

What's the area around The Inn at East Beach like?

The Inn at East Beach is located near East Beach in Santa Barbara Beach, a short 7-minute walk from Santa Barbara Zoo and 4 minutes' walk from Cabrillo Pavillion. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for families.

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The Inn at East Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Beach
Service staff
Location
Bed
Breakfast
Air conditioning
Parking
Restaurant
Kitchen

What guests liked

  • The property's beach location is a major advantage, with many guests praising its proximity to the beach and scenic walking paths. (56 reviews)
  • The pool was warm, clean, and a lovely spot to relax, with comfortable seating and a nice ambiance. (13 reviews)
  • Good restaurants are within a one-mile radius of the property. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Very nice small inn, 5 min walk to beach. Clean, comfortable. Excellent staff.
2-night trip

10/10

Amazing, quiet little place just a few steps from thr beach.
1-night trip

8/10

The hotel was so beautiful, very clean, and the location was amazing. Unfortunately, the mattress was very hard, and the pillow was so thin it was almost like sleeping without one.
1-night trip

10/10

Walking distance to beach, great location. 30 min walk to wharf and other restaurants. Close to downtown. We liked it!
2-night trip

10/10

Great location and service is good. Property can use updating, but at this price it’s hard to be displeased. Air conditioning sure would be nice, but with the door open, it cooled quickly.
3-night trip

10/10

Great location, super staff.
1-night trip

10/10

Great Inn.
2-night trip

4/10

Location is great. Staff was friendly and it was clean. However, the room was just really dated. Warped floors, lumpy mattress, chipped furniture, etc. felt like a hotel that was flipped about 10 years ago and needs another renovation.
1-night trip

6/10

The hotel is a great stay. Like a little studio apartment. Welcoming with its fireplace as well. But the hotel does show its age with a need of maintenance. Such as chipped paint and a need of caulk on the bathroom. A full size fridge and utilities really help the comfort. The bed is sturdy. But it was clean.
1-night trip

10/10

I’ve stayed here before and like it. It’s a one mile walk to Stearns harbor area, so I like walking over and not dealing with parking. Quiet area mostly.
2-night trip

8/10

Location is excellent, staff helpful but rooms are a little loud. Unfortunately I had a young group stay right next to me and can hear everything at 3am.
1-night trip

10/10

Very clean and fantastic location. Highly recommend.
1-night trip

8/10

Cute older hotel in very convenient location.
1-night trip

8/10

It was nice and quiet close to the beach
1-night trip

10/10

Great location 2 blocks to East Beach, good affordable option that was renovated in the last few years. Jimmy was very happy to help. Refrigerator in all rooms. Microwave and toaster in lobby.
2-night trip

4/10

The location was great. The room was not great. We had a busted window (and screen), half-used shampoo, paint tape on the closet wall, cable wires running on the ceiling like in college, a missing lightbulb, a missing cover on the ceiling fan, and the worst part was sunlight peeping through a window with no shade at 5:30am. How many days do I get to sleep in?
1-night trip

10/10

Easy check in and nice room.
2-night trip

6/10

Location was excellent, near restsurants and quick a cezs to the beach p and parks.
1-night trip

10/10

Very clean, very safe, beds were really comfortable.
1-night trip

8/10

Maybe a bit frayed at the edges, but overall good value for the money. Comfortable room and the location is excellent.
2-night trip

10/10

The inn was so cute and conveniently located to the beach. Over it was clean but there were other people’s hair on the ground and on the sink around the mirror which grossed me out a little bit. Other than that everything else was great!
1-night trip

10/10

Cute hotel only thing was the bed was way too soft and the wifi didn't work
2-night trip

8/10

Great place to stay! Definitely my go to place in Santa Barbara!
3-night trip

10/10

Convenient, cost effective, great location!
1-night trip

2/10

If you’re a heavy sleeper, looking for somewhere to crash near the beach then this is the place for you. Photos are misleading, this hotel is older than what the photos show. I never leave poor reviews but this was the worst hotel I’ve ever stayed at. I should have spent the extra $100-$200 to actually get a good nights sleep. Pros: Front desk attendant provided good customer service, it’s very close to the beach, free street parking, decent tv channel options. Cons: Outdated/run down room, dust on items, stains on various parts of the rooms, what looks like mold in the shower, because there’s only a ceiling fan you have to sleep with the windows open which means you’re going to hear absolutely EVERYTHING that goes on outside. But honestly even with the windows closed you can hear too much. So unless you’re a heavy sleeper, prepare to not sleep. The bed also isn’t very comfortable.
1-night trip