The Inn at East Beach

2.5 star property
Motel with an outdoor pool, 7-minute walk to Santa Barbara Zoo

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Reception
Exterior
Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool loungers
Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace
Lobby

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available

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)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Fireplace

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Terrace)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Terrace
Fireplace
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
  • 30 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Terrace
Fireplace
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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 in-room free WiFi. .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. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Santa Barbara Beach motel include Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Harbor.

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
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 4 min drive - 4.1 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
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪El Sitio - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪East Beach Tacos - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Habit Burger Grill - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Inn at East Beach

Motel with an outdoor pool, 7-minute walk to Santa Barbara Zoo
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.

  • 1 building
  • 33 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 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

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
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.

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.

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. 502 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 255 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 140 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 1005 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super awesome! Clean room. Close to everything!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

christine

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

JOHN

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rohankumar

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the beach. Well maintained!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lucas

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Paid 400$ a night to sleep in room with bugs
Bugd
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonard

Kitchen?
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value for Santa Barbara
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arturo

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Claudine

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Drew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Easy access to beach/Zoo and waterfront. Friendly and helpful staff. Room was clean, but needed some TLC i.e., torn and missing curtains, screen on one window was broken, grab bar in shower was loose. Also, didn't realize there's no AC in the rooms. Got hot in the afternoon. Thankfully it was cooler at night and the rooms have a ceiling fan. Had to keep windows open though and heard a lot of noise from the freeway and train.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Truman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Marah

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy to have found Inn At East Beach! Pet friendly, clean and beautifully located. Minutes walk to the beach. Rooms are not fancy but everything we needed. No AC, which was challenging but the hotel provided TWO fans which was perfect. Will definitely be coming back and staying again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jodee

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

DANIEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
No A/C and worse than that, the only way to get air is to leave the windows open. The windows do not have safety locks that lets you open them part way. Makes it easy for someone to cut the window screens and enter. Speaking of safety, while the doors are solid, the locks are cheap and easy to break. They look like they were installed about the last time the place was remodeled, about 70 years ago
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Travelled with family and small children
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
All good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Older motel, nice kidney shaped pool, close to the beach
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Cedric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stayed here because it was a good value and
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ravyn

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

Clean stay

The check-in was smooth. The pool is nice & clean. Our room was spacious with a nice home touch to it. They have pastries & coffee in the morning which is nice. Overall I'd stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Courtney

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025