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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
Breakfast area
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM, sun loungers
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)
$171 nightly
The total price is $196
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

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

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Fireplace

Highlights

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

View all photos for Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

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

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Terrace) | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Terrace)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

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

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
  • 323 sq ft
  • Partial ocean 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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Terrace
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Portable fan
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 | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Terrace
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Portable fan
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

  • Cabrillo Pavillion - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 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 - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪El Sitio - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪East Beach Tacos - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Habit Burger Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Reunion Kitchen + Drink - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Inn at East Beach

When you stay at The Inn at East Beach, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Bowl. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool, and hiking/biking trails and segway rentals/tours are nearby. Also, Santa Barbara Harbor and University of California, Santa Barbara are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and beach location.

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
LOCAL_PARKING

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

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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

What guests liked

  • The property's proximity to the beach and walkable distance to the beach made it an ideal location for beachgoers. (68 reviews)
  • The pool was clean, warm, and a lovely feature of the property. (15 reviews)
  • Good restaurants are within a one-mile radius of the property. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, friendly staff, and a unique place made a wonderful stay for our family!
Stacy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great value for excellent location

Great value. Very close to East Beach. Friendly staff. Simple but just right
Melanie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location for an excellent value. Warm pool and easy walk to the beach.
April, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good location near the beach. It’s an older, oddly designed property, but it’s cool and the staff is super friendly and helpful. And there is parking on site.
Craig, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a great location. Easy walk to the beach and local restaurants
Laurie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean and convenient to the beach and montecito
Daniel, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Courteous service, good location, would stay there again.
john, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Fair deal

Manager was very kind and the room was nicely remodeled. Walls a bit thin so noise travels but all round good value
tonia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good coffee in the morning and friendly staff They even let us check in early since we arrived ahead of schedule. Clean and nice pool and loved walking distance to the beach
linda, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Quiet and clean, perfect for a great stay in Santa Barbara.
Cleve, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location for the price!
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I have stayed here many times. The staff and the manager are very friendly in the rooms are very neatly kept. I look forward to coming back
Juan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice place

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

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, super staff.
laura, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Inn.
Carol, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Run for romance stay for desperation

The room was disgusting, stains on the bed, chair, and furniture was damaged and old. AC off for the entire hotel. Fan spins and swings as if its going to fall + loud squeaking noise. Yellow stain on toilet lid. The colors of the room is nice. If you are going with your boys and freinds, or desperate, this place is the spot. If you want romance or going with your wife, run away. 300$ spent, left on the spot with wife, no refund due to 48hr notice. Bye bye.
Bakkr, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super nice staff, great location at East Beach. 10 min bike ride to the down town area.
Vanessa, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

The owner was super nice and the location was excellent! We will definitely return. Thank you!!
Robert, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

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

8/10 Very good

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

10/10 Exceptional

A+

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

6/10 Good

Not Fancy

This place looks like an old apartment building that was converted to a quality and level of hotel. Of course it is an amazing location, just steps from the beach, but no air-condition in the rooms, quiring you to leave the windows open at night to sleep cool in a knot so safe neighborhood where apartment buildings have bars on the windows so great location but hotel just OK.
sharif, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

This is a quaint “throwback” motel which is cute and close to a lovely walk around the beach and has access to street parking. It is also close to many good restaurants. I would stay here again.
Nafonwyck, 2-night trip