The Inn at East Beach

2.5 star property

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Reception
Exterior
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Breakfast area
Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool loungers

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
1029 Orilla Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103
  • Santa Barbara Zoo
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Stearns Wharf
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Fireplace

  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen

  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Terrace)

  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 30 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace

  • 30 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

The Inn at East Beach

Motel with an outdoor pool, a short walk to Santa Barbara Zoo
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free motel has self parking and a microwave in a common area. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a fireplace at reception. Housekeeping is available on request.
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.

Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

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

The Inn at East Beach's great beach location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Santa Barbara Zoo. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas, plus an outdoor pool and self-parking (surcharge).
  • Free WiFi
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a fireplace at reception, a shared microwave and a water dispenser
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the beach
  • 7 minutes by foot from Santa Barbara Zoo and a 3-minute drive from Stearns Wharf
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
As a guest of The Inn at East Beach, you'll find an outdoor pool, a fireplace in the lobby, and a microwave in a common area. Public spaces have free WiFi. 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.

Languages

English, Spanish

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 parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

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
  • Smoke-free property

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

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 at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

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

The Inn at East Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 478 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 287 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 137 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1003 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Inn.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, super staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value

Very good overall value. Great location for East Beach area. Bed was reasonably comfortable. Couch needs upgrading. Kitchen was nice. Patio was nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

alyssa

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great location

Maybe a bit frayed at the edges, but overall good value for the money. Comfortable room and the location is excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute older hotel in very convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sean

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and quiet close to the beach
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. Internet was bad but the owner says upgrades are on the way.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Genise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Last minute get away

This was a last minute get away and it was centrally located, clean and perfect for what we needed. We will definetly come back. Clean rooms with plenty of space. Close to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Abbott

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, very safe, beds were really comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check in and nice room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Alison

Travelled with pets
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was excellent, near restsurants and quick a cezs to the beach p and parks.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Sue, Turlock

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very funky property. Rooms were probably at least 50 years old. Was very clean, but had a very old kitchen that was difficult to cook in. Had the microwave on top of a very large refrigerator. You had to be at least six feet tall to use it. Very limited cookware. Shower didn’t work, but they quickly fixed it. WIFI didn’t work after first day. They said they were working on it. Location was perfect. Short walk to East Beach. Staff were very receptive and kind.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Vintage mid-century modern touches and vibe.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andres

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024