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Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

4.0 star property

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Reception
In-room safe, individually decorated, blackout curtains
Deluxe Room, Fireplace, Ocean View (Upstairs) | In-room safe, individually decorated, blackout curtains
Exterior
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Ground Floor (Patio & Fireplace) | In-room safe, individually decorated, blackout curtains

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
421 South Milpas Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103
  • East Beach
    3 min walk
  • Cabrillo Pavillion
    4 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Zoo
    10 min walk
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    14 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Pool View (Ground Floor)

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Pool View (Ground Floor) | In-room safe, individually decorated, blackout curtains

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Pool View (Ground Floor)

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View (Upstairs)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View (Upstairs) | In-room safe, individually decorated, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View (Upstairs)

  • 23 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Pool View (Upstairs)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Pool View (Upstairs) | In-room safe, individually decorated, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Pool View (Upstairs)

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View (Upstairs)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View (Upstairs) | In-room safe, individually decorated, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View (Upstairs)

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Ground Floor (Patio & Fireplace)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Ground Floor (Patio & Fireplace) | In-room safe, individually decorated, blackout curtains

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Ground Floor (Patio & Fireplace)

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Upstairs)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Upstairs) | Beach/ocean view

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Upstairs)

  • 23 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Fireplace, Ocean View (Upstairs)

Deluxe Room, Fireplace, Ocean View (Upstairs) | In-room safe, individually decorated, blackout curtains

Deluxe Room, Fireplace, Ocean View (Upstairs)

  • 23 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

In-room safe, individually decorated, blackout curtains

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, Pool View (Upstairs)

In-room safe, individually decorated, blackout curtains

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, Pool View (Upstairs)

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Salt air and outdoor pool, near Cabrillo Pavillion
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free motel has concierge services and tour/ticket assistance. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a picnic area.
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a safe and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Additionally, rooms include fans and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

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

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel's great beach location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Chase Palm Park. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and an outdoor pool are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes bicycles to rent
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the clean guestrooms
  • Steps from Chase Palm Park and 4 minutes on foot from Cabrillo Pavillion
  • Beach, local-area and shopping centre shuttle service available for a fee
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
As a guest of Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. An area shuttle within 0.01 miles and a beach shuttle are available for a fee. Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel also features a picnic area, concierge services, and a water dispenser. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star 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

  • Free offsite parking
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 0.01 miles
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In a regional park
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

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 near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1953
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

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

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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.

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet (varies based on length of 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, debit card or cash deposit 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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Property is also known as

Blue Sands Inn Santa Barbara
Blue Sands Motel
Blue Sands Motel Santa Barbara
Blue Sands Santa Barbara
Blue Sands Hotel Santa Barbara
Blue Sands Inn
Blue Sands Inn A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Blue Sands Inn A Kirkwood Collection Property
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Motel
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Santa Barbara
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Motel Santa Barbara

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 454 out of 765 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 193 out of 765 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 765 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 765 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 765 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Megan

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Joyce

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

michel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Saul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing small and cozy property easy accessible.. just 1 drawback.. please fix running toilet pump Room 5.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kalum

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would not recommend this place the staff is very lazy. The hotel rooms has fireplaces with the glass box and you can burn your hand on the glass very easy. My girlfriend burn her hand and we told them they haven’t even contacted us.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Denise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Boho Blue Sands
If you want to be walking distance to the beach, and State Street, then this is a terrific option. The rooms have a Boho vibe. They were clean and spacious. We didn’t use the pool but it looked nice. It is a pet friendly hotel, so be prepared for some furry friends and barking. We enjoyed our stay very much!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Sami

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Kristina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property was okay, but disappointing given the price point and how it presents itself online. Everything was quite basic and bare-bones. The bed was terrible. The mattress had no support and made a lot of noise if you moved around or got up. We will not be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Kim Blanchard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room had a nice aesthetic but there was a mini fridge in the room that was very noisy. There was also no additional lock or latch on the door so it felt unsafe to me. This was a big negative to a good night sleep as a solo female traveler. The bathroom had makeup wipes which was a nice touch but there was no iron/ironing board or tea/coffee in the room. There was tea available in reception in the morning but the hot water carafe had been previously used for coffee so tainted the water making the tea undrinkable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Tobee

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Rana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
People passing the room and kids in the pool were a little too loud.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean ! Friendly staff ! Close to beach !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Teresa

Too small.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Barbara

A memorable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arthur Vincent

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and site were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Violet

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phithsamay

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Eric

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sol

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024