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Our top choices for Sands Beach hotels

1. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
Old Town, 2.5 km from Sands Beach
United States
Shana
S$346
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

2. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
9.3 km from Sands Beach
United States
Patrice
S$273
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

3. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
17.1 km from Sands Beach
United States
Greer
S$367
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
La Playa Inn

4. Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
13.4 km from Sands Beach
United States
Vania
S$165
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Sandpiper Lodge

5. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
19.3 km from Sands Beach
United States
David S
S$208
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

6. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
17.2 km from Sands Beach
United States
Amanda
S$342
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

7. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
17 km from Sands Beach
Canada
Julia
S$219
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

8. Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
17.2 km from Sands Beach
United States
Katrin
S$276
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Harbor House Inn

9. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
14.9 km from Sands Beach
United States
Patty
S$245
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

10. Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin
16.8 km from Sands Beach
United States
Yessica
S$297
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Casa Jardin

11. Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
17.1 km from Sands Beach
United States
Abraham
S$223
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Castillo Inn at the Beach

12. Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
17.1 km from Sands Beach
United States
Rachita
S$321
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Mason Beach Inn

13. Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
16.8 km from Sands Beach
United States
Amanda
S$329
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Inn By The Harbor

14. Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn
14.6 km from Sands Beach
United States
Ian
S$170
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Lemon Tree Inn

15. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
15.6 km from Sands Beach
United States
Noel
S$315
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

16. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
16.9 km from Sands Beach
United States
Mark
S$334
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Hotel Santa Barbara

17. Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
17.2 km from Sands Beach
United States
Rebecca
S$250
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Beachside Inn

18. Oasis Inn & Suites

Oasis Inn & Suites
13.7 km from Sands Beach
United States
Corrie
S$170
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Oasis Inn & Suites

19. Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Fairview, 6.6 km from Sands Beach
United States
JEANETTE
S$273
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

20. The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
17.1 km from Sands Beach
United States
Naomi
S$300
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
The Franciscan Hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to Sands Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Bar (on property)
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
9.0
Wonderful
1,007 reviews
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Exterior
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
8.8
Excellent
1,396 reviews
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Front of property – evening/night
La Playa Inn
9.6
Exceptional
1,004 reviews
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Lobby sitting area
Sandpiper Lodge
8.6
Excellent
2,669 reviews
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Room amenity
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
9.0
Wonderful
1,475 reviews
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Top Sands Beach Hotel Reviews

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Very Clean. Staff were friendly and able to give us an extra blanket since we were three to the room. Room was clean and comfortable. Nice big bathroom."
Anthony E. 3-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

10/10 Excellent
"Na…….."
Kristina 1-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

8/10 Good
"Great breakfast selection every morning"
Eugene 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"My stay was absolutely excellent. Staff was extremely helpful at all times. Everything was very clean and my room was perfect."
MALINDA 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

Other attractions near Sands Beach

University of California, Santa Barbara

9.0/10 (1,433 reviews)
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of California, Santa Barbara during your travels in Goleta. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the cycling trails.
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Devereaux Slough

8.6/10 (4 reviews)
Enjoy an outing to Devereaux Slough during your stay in Goleta. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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Devereux Beach

6.0/10 (1 review)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Devereux Beach during your trip to Goleta? Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's live music.
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Ellwood Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Ellwood Beach during your trip to Goleta? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Coal Oil Point Reserve

7.6/10 (5 reviews)
Explore the lovely green spaces of Coal Oil Point Reserve and enjoy the cycling trails in Goleta. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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Camino Real Marketplace

You can do some window-shopping at Camino Real Marketplace during your visit to Goleta.
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Goleta Butterfly Grove

8.8/10 (59 reviews)
Explore the lovely green spaces of Goleta Butterfly Grove and enjoy the cycling trails in Goleta. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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UC SB Events Center

8.8/10 (33 reviews)
Catch an event at UC SB Events Center during your trip to Goleta. Take in the live music and sunsets in the area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Sands Beach?
Sands Beach is located in Goleta. This family-friendly area is known for its array of dining options and sporting events. You'll find 70 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best place to stay close to Sands Beach?
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this resort offers 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. It's located 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Sands Beach. Other good choices within 5 miles include Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta and Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Sands Beach?
Expedia has 70 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Sands Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Sands Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Sands Beach.
What can I see and do near Sands Beach?
Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Goleta Point, Santa Barbara Orchid Estate or Coal Oil Point Reserve. Isla Vista Beach, Goleta Beach and Campus Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay. Devereaux Slough, Ucsb Labyrinth and Ellings Performing Arts Center are some favourites close by Sands Beach.