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Our top choices for Santa Barbara Zoo hotels

1. Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin
Laguna, 3.2 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Yessica
₩231,016
₩368,619 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Casa Jardin

2. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Amy
₩343,037
₩391,062 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Marina Beach Hotel

3. Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
Laguna, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Monica
₩286,231
₩431,563 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Casa Riviera

4. Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina
3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Jane Hodges
₩262,594
₩404,617 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Casa De La Vina

5. Casa Yano by The Beach

Casa Yano by The Beach
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Kelli
₩400,723
₩602,567 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Casa Yano by The Beach

6. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Julianne
₩348,946
₩397,797 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
La Playa Inn

7. The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Marcella
₩247,977
₩282,694 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
The Franciscan Hotel

8. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United Kingdom
Joanna
₩339,500
₩387,030 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

9. Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Mary
₩781,275
₩892,176 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Palihouse Santa Barbara

10. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
Lower State, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Kennedy
₩372,114
₩432,693 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Hotel Santa Barbara

11. Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Dayne
₩382,948
₩445,830 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Mason Beach Inn

12. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
West Beach, 3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Ignacio
₩361,895
₩413,265 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

13. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
Canada
Julia
₩228,843
₩271,969 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

14. Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Abraham
₩325,295
₩371,475 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Castillo Inn at the Beach

15. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
East Beach, 0.6 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Ismael Vasquez
₩235,235
₩268,627 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

16. Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
The Funk Zone, 2.4 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
denette
₩623,600
₩817,570 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Hotel Californian

17. Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Adam
₩299,157
₩341,616 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Beachside Inn

18. ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
Lower State, 2.6 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Prahlad
₩214,098
₩244,071 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

19. Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
Lower State, 2.7 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Diana
₩243,928
₩292,268 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Haley Hotel

20. Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
East Beach, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
United States
Victoria
₩252,849
₩288,741 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Barbara Zoo

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Casa Jardin
9.8
Exceptional
296 reviews
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Exterior
Marina Beach Hotel
9.8
Exceptional
1,162 reviews
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Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | Interior
Casa Riviera
9.8
Exceptional
279 reviews
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Comfort Apartment, 1 King Bed | Exterior
Casa De La Vina
9.8
Exceptional
203 reviews
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Deluxe Apartment | Interior
Casa Yano by The Beach
9.8
Exceptional
14 reviews
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Top Santa Barbara Zoo Hotel Reviews

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

8/10 Good
"We had a very good stay. It’s a Motel 6, so the room is on the smaller side, but it looked recently remodeled and was exceptionally clean. Everything felt fresh and well maintained—no dirt, dust or grime anywhere. The room was comfortable, everything worked as it should, and the shower was great. It served our needs perfectly for a couple of nights in Santa Barbara. No complaints at all and we’d definitely stay here again."
fritz 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

10/10 Excellent
"Plenty of usable space with convenient parking and a quiet courtyard."
Roger 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Inn By The Harbor
The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach

8/10 Good
"Good location, walk to the beach. Only issue no AC. Walk or drive to Funk Zone or the pier, took us 40 min to walk to the pier. It is an older hotel so you will see some exposed wires in the ceiling from the room we stayed in. Pool was clean, coffee and some pastries free in the lobby."
Jorge 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
The Inn at East Beach
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Location was great. Breakfast was good."
Robert 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Beachside Inn
Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Perfectly located in the heart of downtown. Beautiful hotel and polite and helpful staff."
Virginia 1-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Hotel Santa Barbara
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

8/10 Good
"This hotel is right across from Beach they offer a limited number of chairs and umbrellas to take to beach otherwise it’s $20 per hour for on beach rental - parking isc48 a day there is free parking on the street if you pay attention to the signs . The gym is decent pool over run with kids in August . There is a $35 resort fee per day not mentioned until checkout and breakfast is $25 per day per person ."
Susanne 6-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
The Milo

The Milo

8/10 Good
"Great location if you want to dine, shop, go to the beach or pool. The property is older but maintained pretty well and the rooms are well appointed with bathrobes, slippers, coffee and water"
Ann 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Milo
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

10/10 Excellent
"The room was clean, I was disappointed I couldn’t use the fitness room until the poll opened and that was too late in the morning."
Teresa 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian

10/10 Excellent
"The property is very well- located and very well-appointed. Rooms are fantastic and beautiful with everything you need. The staff is very friendly and attentive. I love staying there!"
denette 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hotel Californian

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Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

9.6/10 (8 reviews)
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Cabrillo Bike Path

9.6/10 (11 reviews)
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Andree Clark Bird Refuge

10.0/10 (1 review)
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Cabrillo Pavillion

10.0/10 (1 review)
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Chase Palm Park

9.6/10 (5 reviews)
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Santa Barbara Channel

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Barbara Zoo?
Santa Barbara Zoo is located in a walkable area of Santa Barbara known for its beautiful beaches and popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 81 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Santa Barbara Zoo?
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this resort offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Santa Barbara Zoo. Other good choices within a short distance include Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt and The Inn at East Beach.
How many hotels are there close to Santa Barbara Zoo?
Expedia has 81 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Santa Barbara Zoo.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Barbara Zoo, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Santa Barbara Zoo.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Santa Barbara Zoo?
To find more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Santa Barbara Zoo, head over to our customer service page.
What can I see and do near Santa Barbara Zoo?
You'll want to browse the collections at MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, and Reagan Ranch Center. Explore notable local landmarks like Mission Santa Barbara, Casa Del Herrero, and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park. You can catch a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, Arlington Theater, and Lobero Theater.
How can I get to Santa Barbara Zoo?
With so many transportation options, exploring the area around Santa Barbara Zoo is easy. To venture out into the surrounding area, hop on a train at Santa Barbara Station. You can explore water travel options at the local port.