The Inn at East Beach

2.5 star property

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Reception
Exterior
Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool loungers
Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Terrace) | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
1029 Orilla Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103
  • East Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Cabrillo Pavillion
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara Zoo
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪14 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
  • Just a 1-minute drive from Santa Barbara Zoo and 5 minutes from Santa Barbara Bowl
  • 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

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. 462 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 300 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 136 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1001 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Fabiola

Good location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Older but comfy
Older facility but the bed was good. The manager was helpful. We liked the fireplace. Coffee in the lobby in the morning was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gisele

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

10/10 Excellent

Rosie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love that it’s exactly what they advertised. The staff is attentive, professional and sweet. I would definitely book here in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaya

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kelli

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great motel located across from the beach
Great location!!! Room was very spacious and had a full kitchen. The motel is quite old and run down and could use a refresh but the location and size of rooms you can’t beat. It’s dog friendly also.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! Definitely my go to place in Santa Barbara!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooke N. Kelly

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cute remodeled hotel, very clean, endless places to walk to. I would request an upstairs room because it this spot was definitely built before concrete floors.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a delightful find in way expensive Santa Barbara. The Inn was quaint and we loved the retro colors and interior themes. We had a suite which was roomy and comfortable with a full kitchen, fireplace, balcony and flat screen TV. it would be ideal for someone or a small family on a budget that was staying in SB for several days. The zoo was literally in the backyard and only a two minute walk to East Beach. We'll be back!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Marcelo

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No wifi
I don’t usually leave bad reviews, but there was absolutely no wifi in my room. Wifi is pretty basic for a hotel. Also, the walls are very thin so I had to listen to a couple making out one of the nights. Other than those 2 things the hotel is ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Jordan

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
No internet connection / bad wi-fi
The staff was friendly, the fireplace in the room was cool, and the property was dated but clean. But I can't give this hotel more than a 1-star review because of the internet. They promised wi-fi so I booked this hotel as part of a remote work trip. The wi-fi was not functional. The connection didn't work on my phone either, to the point where it would take 20 minutes to load any image that someone would text to me or to look up restaurants/coffee shops to visit. When I asked the front desk person about it, they said it's "just a Santa Barbara problem," but I've never encountered it at another hotel before. I would not recommend this hotel to anyone who wants to work remotely, or even just use their phone in their room.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Escaping Fire
Last minute stay after evacuating from the Mountain Fire. The room was clean and comfortable. The bed was a little firm for my liking.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Borislav

Liked: Staff & service
The location is great, the rooms are ok and the person at the reception is very nice and helpful. The main issue we faced was noise. If you are not on the top floor you will hear very loud steps and noises from above. Also if you have noisy neighbors you will hear everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms. Enjoyed being close to the beach and biking to the bowl.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Basic utility motel room, but one block from beach and reasonably priced. No A/C, just fans. Wi-Fi sporadic, can't depend on connecting to internet. Pleasant staff. Will repeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Satish J

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

8/10 Good

Robyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This was a great location very close to the beach. Room was plain but comfortable. Location was great to access all of the SB waterfront. Hotel was quiet at night. No air conditioning so might be hot in summer.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Noelani

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bring shower shoes
I had to use shower shoes in the bathroom and there is no air conditioning. They charge you parking, then we found out it was supposed to be free for ca residence. The back of this hotel parking lot faces a pitch black park and people sleep on that street. The office closes at random times and you have to schedule late check ins. I did not want to get in the blankets. The staff is nice but they all lie at all hotels about rates, fees, prices. The woman do a great job.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property in a great neighborhood
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great motel. Very close to the beach which is beautiful. Nice beach walk to the wharf where there are tons of restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024