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The Inn at East Beach

Property class: 2.5

Photo gallery for The Inn at East Beach

A reception area with a counter, potted plants, a coffee station, and a view through large glass doors.
A modern kitchen with a central island, a coffee station, and a view of greenery outside.
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 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 Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
The current price is NZ$269
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct

Explore the area

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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

View all photos for Premier King Room with Terrace

A hotel room with a sliding glass door to a balcony, a flat-screen TV, a bed, and a desk with drawers.

Premier King Room with Terrace

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, a window, and a ceiling light fixture.

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A hotel room with a bed, pillows, a blue towel, a pair of sunglasses, a desk, a chair, a small table with a potted plant, and a mirror.

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a television on a dresser.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(35 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wall with a mosaic design.

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(24 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a television on a dresser.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a television, and a desk with a lamp.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a fireplace, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, a decorative wall, and a nightstand with a lamp and clock.

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a fireplace, a desk, and a window with curtains.

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, a decorative wall, and a nightstand with a lamp and clock.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Fireplace

  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A hotel room with a bed, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Terrace)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A bathroom with a white sink, a round mirror, and a window.

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A bathroom with a white sink, a round mirror, and a window.

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a ceiling fan, and a sliding glass door to the outside.

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Santa Barbara

At The Inn at East Beach you'll be within steps of East Beach and Cabrillo Pavillion. Highlights at this motel include an outdoor swimming pool and free continental breakfast. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a fireplace in the lobby and a water dispenser. Added amenities include a microwave in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute walk of this Santa Barbara Beach motel include Santa Barbara Zoo and within 30 minutes you'll find Stearns Wharf.
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What's nearby

  • Cabrillo Pavillion - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • East Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Chase Palm Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 6 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 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

Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Inn at East Beach also features an outdoor pool, a fireplace in the lobby, and a microwave in a common area. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of The Inn at East Beach was completed in March 2021.

This Santa Barbara motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 33 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
The Inn at East Beach offers 33 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature designer toiletries and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 15 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site 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 lift
  • 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

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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: USD 50.00 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • 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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Inn at East Beach?

The Inn at East Beach offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Inn at East Beach?

As of 9 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Inn at East Beach on 4 Oct 2026 start from NZ$269, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Inn at East Beach?

Yep, The Inn at East Beach has an uncovered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 15.00 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to The Inn at East Beach?

Yep, The Inn at East Beach is a short 2-minute walk from East Beach. Fun beach activities include windsurfing.

Does The Inn at East Beach have a pool?

The Inn at East Beach has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does The Inn at East Beach serve breakfast?

You bet, our guests give high marks to the free continental brekkie here! Offered daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Inn at East Beach?

No, The Inn at East Beach does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Inn at East Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

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

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8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Joseph

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

Tim

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

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
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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