What is Eastside like?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Santa Barbara's Eastside neighbourhood.

How many hotels can I expect to find in Eastside?

Expedia has 22 hotels and other accommodation options in Eastside to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Santa Barbara area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Eastside, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Eastside.

What is there to do in this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?

Municipal Tennis Center, Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Channel are just a few of the places to visit in and around Eastside. East Beach and Andree Clark Bird Refuge are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara.

The Best Hotels in Eastside, Santa Barbara - 2026 Updated Prices

A beach with palm trees, a pier, and the ocean at sunset.

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A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, overlooking a runway and palm trees.

1. Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

East Beach, 1.2 km from Eastside

CARLOS

₹29,050 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A sunlit balcony with a curved sofa, a small round table, and a potted plant. The balcony features arched windows with a view of palm trees and the sea.

2. Santa Barbara Inn

East Beach, 1.2 km from Eastside

melanie

₹30,084 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

3. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 2.3 km from Eastside

Morgan

₹26,751 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel entrance with a large glass ceiling, multiple chandeliers, and palm trees.

4. Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

East Beach, 1.2 km from Eastside

Alyse

₹31,321 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

Two Adirondack chairs facing a small table on a balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

5. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

East Beach, 1.1 km from Eastside

Kellie

₹12,920 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and white buildings with arches.

6. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Lower State, 2.4 km from Eastside

Irina

₹23,022 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."

7. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 2.7 km from Eastside

Amanda

₹21,064 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

A reception area with a counter, potted plants, a coffee station, and a view through large glass doors.

8. The Inn at East Beach

East Beach, 1.1 km from Eastside

Gustavo

₹13,156 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A resort with a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees, a beach view, and a well-maintained lawn.

9. Harbor View Inn

West Beach, 2.3 km from Eastside

Mario

₹33,547 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and large windows.

10. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Lower State, 2.3 km from Eastside

Emeterio

₹27,220 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

11. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 2.8 km from Eastside

Jesus

₹23,345 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a large island with bar stools, a stainless steel range hood, and a built-in oven.

12. Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

East Beach, 1.1 km from Eastside

Reiko

₹13,767 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".

13. La Playa Inn

West Beach, 2.8 km from Eastside

Nick

₹21,441 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand.

14. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

West Beach, 2.8 km from Eastside

Anne

₹14,673 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A patio with striped sofas and a table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and flowers.

15. The Milo

West Beach, 2.5 km from Eastside

Katherine

₹26,262 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A white building with a sign reading "Mason Beach Inn" and a balcony with a railing.

16. Mason Beach Inn

West Beach, 2.7 km from Eastside

Sandy Lyne

₹25,838 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A bright kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a view through glass doors to an outdoor patio.

17. Lavender Inn by the Sea

West Beach, 2.8 km from Eastside

Brandon

₹22,610 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A large, two-story building with a tiled roof, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

18. Inn By The Harbor

West Beach, 3 km from Eastside

Tricia

₹26,254 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern living room with two grey sofas, a small woven stool, and a large wall clock.

19. Beachside Inn

West Beach, 2.8 km from Eastside

Jose

₹16,168 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

20. Palihouse Santa Barbara

2.2 km from Eastside

Maria

₹43,360 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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Compare popular hotels in Eastside

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Santa Barbara Inn	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
Hotel Santa Barbara	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,544 reviews	View
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach	2.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,509 reviews	View
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,121 reviews	View
La Playa Inn	2.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,011 reviews	View

Where to stay in Eastside

Find the best Eastside areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A coastal town with a pier extending into the ocean, a beach, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.

Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and West Beach.

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A beach with a pier, buildings, and mountains in the background.

Montecito

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.

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A white colonial building with a bell tower, surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.

Downtown Santa Barbara

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.

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A beach with a pier extending into the water, mountains in the background, and several flags on the pier.

West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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East Beach

East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

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Top Eastside Hotel Reviews

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room"

The Franciscan Hotel

8/10 Good

"This is a nice hotel that is close to the beach, the pier, stores and several excellent restaurants. The king bed was very comfortable, but the chairs were uncomfortable and the counter space was small. The air conditioning was noisy and turned on and off during the night. The staff is friendly and helpful. The breakfast was very good with waffles, eggs bacon and sausage, bagels, pastries and muffins. The balcony is really a small patio enclosed by a five foot fence with a small table and two chairs. Overall, it is a good place to stay."

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

8/10 Good

"Friendly staff and clean room with good overall location walkable to main Santa Barbara tourist locations, however directly next to a gas station. The room and property are dated but generally well maintained. Between the decent complimentary breakfast and the pool/jacuzzi area, the stay felt worth the $. Plentiful, complimentary parking is also a plus."

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

10/10 Excellent

"This was a great stay for our weekend at Palm Tree Music Festival! The room was clean and comfortable and they have great vending machines for late-night snacks. The staff was super nice and it was relatively close to where we wanted to be. The only thing we were bummed about was the pool needing a little maintenance but we just dipped our feet in instead of taking a swim. Parking is also free which is so uncommon nowadays! Overall great stay!"

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Our top choices for Eastside hotels

1. Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

2. Santa Barbara Inn

3. Hotel Santa Barbara

4. Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

5. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

6. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

7. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

8. The Inn at East Beach

9. Harbor View Inn

10. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

11. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

12. Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

13. La Playa Inn

14. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

15. The Milo

16. Mason Beach Inn

17. Lavender Inn by the Sea

18. Inn By The Harbor

19. Beachside Inn

20. Palihouse Santa Barbara

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