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Our top choices for El Capitan Lake hotels

Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.0 star property
Laguna, 0.5 km from El Capitan Lake
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (97 reviews)
"Absolutely phenomenal stay check in and check out was so easy. The room was always clean in a great area with plenty of things to do with 100% recommend staying in this beautiful place."
United States
Luis
Casa Riviera

Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina
4.0 star property
0.5 km from El Capitan Lake
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (135 reviews)
"Beautiful place. Highly recommend. Everything was just perfect!"
United States
Jaime
Casa De La Vina

Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin
3.0 star property
Laguna, 0.7 km from El Capitan Lake
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (236 reviews)
"Great room in a quiet area in walking distance to many restaurants and bars. The kitchenette was outfitted well which made my stay very comfortable with a night in with take out food. "
United States
Jeff
Casa Jardin

Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.2 km from El Capitan Lake
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,009 reviews)
"Great staffs and excellent location. "
United States
Nick
Marina Beach Motel

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
0.6 km from El Capitan Lake
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (376 reviews)
"Loved our room and property. Bed was comfortable!"
United States
Kathaleen and Trevor
Palihouse Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Lower State, 0.3 km from El Capitan Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,124 reviews)
"Great location "
United States
Keith
Hotel Santa Barbara

La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.2 km from El Capitan Lake
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Very clean, walkable to the beach/nearby restaurants & pier"
United States
Cassie
La Playa Inn

Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn
5.0 star property
Upper East, 1.4 km from El Capitan Lake
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (695 reviews)
"Great place to stay for a quiet romantic stay. The staff was very attentive and helpful. The breakfast was delicious. Would stay again."
United States
Brian
Simpson House Inn

Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.1 km from El Capitan Lake
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Very clean room and nice, hospitable staff. The place has about 10 rooms, bungalows with free parking right on property [U-shape, sitting area in the middle and all the bungalows facing the parking lot]. The room had everything I needed: fridge, water bottles, snacks available in the lobby]. I didn't use the free bicycles because of my itinerary, but was a nice amenity. I would stay again for sure."
United States
Otilia
Harbor House Inn

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.1 km from El Capitan Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,040 reviews)
"Great brunch, beautiful property and helpful staff"
United States
Kritika
The Franciscan Hotel

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1 km from El Capitan Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,317 reviews)
"I loved it here!"
United States
Elijah
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.2 km from El Capitan Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,104 reviews)
"Great complimentary breakfast and location. "
United States
Kristine
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1 km from El Capitan Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Great stay at Eagle Inn! The location is awesome and the place is clean and comfortable. The staff were the highlight—super friendly, helpful, and always happy to assist with anything we needed. Would definitely stay here again when visiting Santa Barbara"
United States
Ricardo
The Eagle Inn

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
3.0 star property
Oak Park, 1.5 km from El Capitan Lake
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (675 reviews)
"Wonderful property , charming hosts and great breakfasts!"
United States
Jeff
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1.1 km from El Capitan Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,839 reviews)
"It was a beautiful place to stay"
United States
Joseph
Inn By The Harbor

Bath Street Inn

Bath Street Inn
3.5 star property
Oak Park, 1.6 km from El Capitan Lake
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (326 reviews)
"Super clean, wonderful staff, beautiful quiet elegant place. Great amenities.."
United States
Donna
Bath Street Inn

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Lower State, 0.9 km from El Capitan Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (180 reviews)
"Highly recommended "
United States
Naya
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1 km from El Capitan Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,319 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
United States
Mayur
Lavender Inn by the Sea

The Craft House Inn

The Craft House Inn
4.0 star property
1.1 km from El Capitan Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Home/room felt like home while our short stay away from home. Host was very helpful throughout our stay."
United States
Norma
The Craft House Inn

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.2 km from El Capitan Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Perfect location, great value, cute rooms"
United States
Stan
Castillo Inn at the Beach
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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 328 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 Inn By The Harbor and Riviera Beach House.
How many hotels can I expect to find near El Capitan Lake?
Expedia has 328 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?
Presidio Santa Barbara, MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum feature captivating exhibits. Sights like Mission Santa Barbara, El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park and Casa Del Herrero 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.