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Top 10 Hotels Near El Capitan Lake

Casa Riviera
Terrace/patio

Casa Riviera

4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (55)
"love staying here - will return."
The price is S$303
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Casa Riviera
Casa De La Vina
Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, iron/ironing board, travel cot

Casa De La Vina

2.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (114)
"Love everything about this location. "
The price is S$322
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Casa De La Vina
Marina Beach Motel
Exterior

Marina Beach Motel

3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1011)
"Nicely remodeled motel with comfortable rooms in a great location near beach and restaurants."
The price is S$271
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Marina Beach Motel
Casa Jardin
1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Casa Jardin

2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (210)
"I will definitely be staying at this place again anytime I visit Santa Barbara."
The price is S$286
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Casa Jardin
La Playa Inn
Front of property – evening/night

La Playa Inn

2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1006)
"Great location and stay here!"
The price is S$309
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
La Playa Inn
Harbor House Inn
Front of property

Harbor House Inn

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"The free bike rental made our day trip perfect. "
The price is S$250
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Harbor House Inn
Simpson House Inn
Garden

Simpson House Inn

5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (674)
"I love this place. This is my 2nd times, clean , staff friendly "
The price is S$530
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Simpson House Inn
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1293)
"Great placevto stay, and a great staff...."
The price is S$318
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Front of property

Lavender Inn by the Sea

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1251)
"This was a very quaint inn. "
The price is S$306
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Hotel Santa Barbara
Front of property

Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
"Hotel was renovated nicely."
The price is S$254
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Hotel Santa Barbara
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
View from property

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1086)
"Clean room, excellent staff, great location!!"
The price is S$297
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Bath Street Inn
Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Bath Street Inn

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (312)
"Clean, beautiful, cozy rooms and property, with attentive and helpful staff. "
The price is S$276
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Bath Street Inn
The Franciscan Hotel
Front of property

The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1005)
"Stayed here many times for 10-plus years. Great hotel with everything nearby."
The Franciscan Hotel
The Eagle Inn
Front of property

The Eagle Inn

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Very nice and spacious, clean and walkable to the beach and safe neighborhoods. Highly recommended! "
The price is S$330
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
The Eagle Inn
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
Restaurant

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (670)
"Love the Cheshire Cat staff, breakfast, convenient and walkable. Unique property. "
The price is S$428
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
Inn By The Harbor
Exterior

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1729)
"Great location and very hotel."
The price is S$294
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Inn By The Harbor
The Craft House Inn
1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, individually decorated

The Craft House Inn

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (10)
"Nicely decorated and comfortable. Great amenities and outdoor space. Loved the craftsman vibe."
The price is S$436
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
The Craft House Inn
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1913)
"Clean room, friendly staff, walking distance of beach "
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Front of property

Castillo Inn at the Beach

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Very clean and quiet and convenient to restaurant and pier"
The price is S$198
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Harbor View Inn
Outdoor pool

Harbor View Inn

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"It was a perfect spot for vacation."
The price is S$405
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Harbor View Inn
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Top El Capitan Lake Hotel Reviews

The Milo

The Milo

10/10 Excellent
"Great location, friendly staff. My favorite part was the free beach cruiser bikes, I felt like a kid again. I would definitely stay at the Milo again."
Jedediah 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Milo

Hotels near other El Capitan Lake attractions

Presidio Santa Barbara

You can study the exhibits at Presidio Santa Barbara, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Santa Barbara. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
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Casa de la Guerra

You can browse the exhibits at Casa de la Guerra, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around El Capitan Lake?
El Capitan Lake is located in a historic area of Santa Barbara known for its beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 342 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near El Capitan Lake?
Adjacent to El Capitan Lake, Hotel Santa Barbara is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a 24-hour fitness centre and free WiFi. Other good options within a short distance include Avania Inn of Santa Barbara and Inn By The Harbor.
How many hotels can I expect to find near El Capitan Lake?
Expedia has 342 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from El Capitan Lake.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near El Capitan Lake, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near El Capitan Lake.
What can I see and do near El Capitan Lake?
Santa Barbara Historical Museum, MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum feature captivating exhibits. Sights like Mission Santa Barbara, Casa de la Guerra and Presidio Santa Barbara are must-sees while exploring the area. You can watch performances at Lobero Theater, Granada Theatre and Arlington Theater if you're interested in local theatre.

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