The Inn at East Beach

Property class: 2.5

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A reception area with a counter, potted plants, a coffee station, and a view through large glass doors.
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of the street and palm trees outside.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a television on a dresser.
A modern kitchen with a central island, a coffee station, and a view of greenery outside.
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "The Inn at East Beach," a covered patio area, and bicycles parked outside.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
The current price is $171
$150 nightly
$171 total
Total with taxes and fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5

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1029 Orilla Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103
  • Place, Cabrillo Pavillion
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, East Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Zoo
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Premier King Room with Terrace

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(35 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(24 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 463 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 463 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 463 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Fireplace

  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Terrace)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 463 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

With a stay at The Inn at East Beach in Santa Barbara (Santa Barbara Beach), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Santa Barbara Zoo and Stearns Wharf. .This motel is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Santa Barbara Bowl and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Santa Barbara Harbor.

What's nearby

  • Cabrillo Pavillion - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • East Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Chase Palm Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Santa Barbara Shellfish Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ospi Montecito - ‬18 min walk

About this property

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach offers 33 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature designer toiletries and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 33 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and ceiling fans.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a fireplace in the lobby.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include microwave in a common area and a water dispenser. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 15 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - March 2021
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 15.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is 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

The Inn at East Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 518 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 223 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 140 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 72 out of 1013 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deserie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, comfy bed, roomy shower, and good selection of TV channels.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debojyoti

Liked: Cleanliness
Good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great cozy little place, very comfortable and very good price point.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with a retro flair.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robert O.

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place! The bed was super comfortable. Only issue I had was that the wifi keep dropping out.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the bed was comfy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kelli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Although a bit run down, the rooms were clean and had a fun mid-century style; coffee and pastries were nice to have in the morning. Would definitely stay again if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property was a bit aged, but staff was friendly and helpful. Rooms had been modernized, and beds were VERY comfy!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would highly recommend this property! Great location and the staff is too notch!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rosanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, Friendly staff, clean property
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Vinny

Liked: Staff & service
Good location and value. Clean pool. Felt very safe and secure. Room windows and bathrooms were a little dirty.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Marsha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location.Close to beach and could walk to restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying here! Great staff and room was super clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Eddy

Good area
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and the staff was very courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the price and area this hotel was amazing. The reception/ owner was really nice along with his staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and clean rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kathryn

This small boutique hotel is quaint and near the beach. Not a far walk to the funk zone. Perfect for being close to the zoo as well. Overall a great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jAvier

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was quick, efficient, and most importantly customer service was excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean, peaceful safe and close to dining/entertainment.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026