Sandpiper Lodge

2.0 star property
Motel in Santa Barbara with free breakfast and fitness centre

Room options

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Run of House

Run of House

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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Premium Suite | Living area

Premium Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(117 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(112 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

About the area

Santa Barbara

Sandpiper Lodge puts you in the heart of Santa Barbara, steps from Upper State Street and within a 10-minute stroll of Santa Barbara Golf Club. Highlights at this motel include free continental breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the gym and Hot tub. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this North State motel include Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Zoo.
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What's nearby

  • Upper State Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Santa Barbara Golf Club - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • La Cumbre Plaza - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Earl Warren Showgrounds - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • UC Santa Barbara Station - 10 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Sandpiper Lodge

Motel in Santa Barbara with free breakfast and fitness centre
Sandpiper Lodge offers its guests an outdoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a fitness centre. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite business centre. Free breakfast is available daily. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Sandpiper Lodge. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Santa Barbara motel is smoke free.

  • 74 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Sandpiper Lodge offers 74 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a safe and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Santa Barbara motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 37-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 7 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

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; 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 and Diners Club. 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

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Sandpiper Lodge Hotel
Sandpiper Lodge Hotel Santa Barbara
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Sandpiper Inn Santa Barbara
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Sandpiper Lodge?

Sandpiper Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Sandpiper Lodge?

As of 15 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sandpiper Lodge on 22 Jan 2026 start from AU$155.57, 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 Sandpiper Lodge?

Yep, Sandpiper Lodge has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Sandpiper Lodge?

The closest beach to Sandpiper Lodge is Arroyo Burro Beach (4.2 km).

Does Sandpiper Lodge have a pool?

Sandpiper Lodge has an outdoor pool.

Does Sandpiper Lodge serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary continental brekkie is served daily between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sandpiper Lodge?

No, Sandpiper Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sandpiper Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Sandpiper Lodge?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Sandpiper Lodge?

There isn't one on site, but Santa Barbara Golf Club is a short 7-minute walk away.

Sandpiper Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1116 out of 2121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 607 out of 2121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 249 out of 2121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 88 out of 2121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 61 out of 2121 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

I'll definitely be back

Room was great. Pool looked nice but a bit too cold so I didn't use it. Typical Continental Breakfast but did have good name brand products for yogurts, cereal, outmeal, muffins and good coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

martha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kaitlyn

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We really wanted to LOVE this hotel. It offered an affordable family suite which was super important for us. The family suite itself was cute, and well appointed, but the layout was slightly strange. No worries, we’re not too fussy. The only reason I’m rating lower than five stars is because we did ask if we could possibly extend our stay one extra night, and we were told no, they had no vacancy for that last night we were requesting. But when I checked online the room (or one just like it) was still available. Too bad, as we would have given them more business. It was fine, but we’ll probably find somewhere else the next time we come to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Brent

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johanna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place with wonderful breakfast! Very comfortable and clean room. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenley, Abbotsford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Remembers my past visits.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rimi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Rooms were clean and minimal. For the high room rate they charge, the quality of shampoo, conditioner and other toiletries is pretty low. parking and staff is good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Veng

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katia

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, definitely I will back with my family next year.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

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

8/10 Good

ANTHONY

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The noise insulation is non existence so bring your earplugs. Good amenities and location. Friendly folks.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Parking was very limited and the stalls too small. It made coming back late at night difficult during our weekend in Santa Barbara.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shira

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room is perfect for our needs in most ways, but the decor is atrocious. Still, it was fine. The biggest problem was no electrical outlets near the bed so my husband couldn’t use his cpap and our devices ran low on power. Other than that, it was fine for a one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean rooms always
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Sandpiper Lodge was clean, well kept up, and spacious. It was an excellent place to stay! I highly recommend it!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Raul

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Ants on the wash sink area: bed were hard
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott, Novato

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lowell, San Diego

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is usually our go-to hotel for a brief, overnight stay in Santa Barbara. The rooms are a nice size, have good beds, and are usually quiet at night. Often, construction workers stay at this hotel and they are up and out early and can be a little noisy. The breakfast is adequate, continental breakfast style.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hrand

Very good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025