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A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a large window.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements and potted plants.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island with stools, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

1. Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel

2.2 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

David

S$319

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A coastal house with a red roof, surrounded by palm trees and a mountain backdrop.

A bathroom with white tiled walls, a showerhead, and a shelf with toiletries.

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small round table, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A house with a patio area featuring wicker furniture and potted plants.

2. Harbor House Inn

West Beach, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

Abby

S$295

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.

A hotel room with a bed, a round table with a pair of sunglasses and a book, a chair with a denim jacket, and a window with white blinds.

A marina with numerous boats docked, calm water, and clear skies.

An aerial view of a swimming pool surrounded by white umbrellas and lounge chairs, with palm trees and a tiled deck.

3. Marina Beach Hotel

West Beach, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

hampton

S$330

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A compact kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and a sink.

A kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and sink. There are shelves above holding glasses, plates, and a framed picture.

A door with a glass panel reflecting a building and a number '1' on the wall.

4. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 2.5 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

Maria

S$275

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A traditional building with a white facade, arched windows, and a balcony with a railing.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with stools, a grey sofa, and a painting of a wave on the wall.

A modern entrance with a glass door, a potted plant, and a number '8' on the wall.

A white building with a red-tiled roof, a covered entrance, and a garden with various plants.

5. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

1.3 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

Jhoana

S$367

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through a glass door to the outdoors.

A spacious living area with a modern staircase, a dining table, and a sofa.

A star-shaped hanging light fixture in a white-walled room with an arched ceiling.

A hallway leading to a living area with a sofa, a small table, and a view of greenery outside.

6. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 2.2 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

Patrice

S$373

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A wooden porch with steps leading to a door marked 'Tack Room,' a bench, and potted plants.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofa, wooden coffee table, and a potted plant.

A bedroom with a bed, a dining table with chairs, a chandelier, and a view through a door.

A room with a sloped ceiling, a bed with a white bedspread, a leather sofa, a wooden table, and a lamp.

7. Simpson House Inn

Upper East, 3.1 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

Victor

S$535

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A beige sofa with multiple cushions, a white vase with greenery, and a window with blinds.

A hallway leading to a dining area with a wooden floor, white walls, and a black railing.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a vase with flowers, and a view of the outdoors through the windows.

A staircase leading to a living area with a sofa and a coffee table.

8. Casa Yano by The Beach

West Beach, 0.9 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

Jacob

S$487

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".

A dining room with a fireplace, a chandelier, and a kitchen area with cabinets and a microwave.

A wooden cabinet with a mirror, a trash bin, and a potted plant in a hallway with patterned flooring and a door in the background.

A hotel corridor with a view of mountains, a palm tree, and a lantern-lit staircase.

9. La Playa Inn

West Beach, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

Arlen

S$345

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A two-story house with a porch, a garage, and a white picket fence.

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a large mirror reflecting the room.

A bathroom with a large mirror, double sink vanity, and a window seat with a view of greenery.

A house with a bay window, a porch, and a garden with various plants and flowers.

10. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Oak Park, 3.1 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

Raymond

S$317

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."

A hot tub area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a pool, and palm trees in the background.

A reception desk with a wooden wall and a sign that reads "West Beach Inn".

A breakfast bar with various food items, beverages, and a coffee machine.

11. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 0.6 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

Amanda

S$321

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A patio area with outdoor seating, including tables and chairs, and a blue umbrella.

A house with a porch, a sign for '1720 the Bath Street Inn Bed & Breakfast', and a flag.

A table with a variety of food items, a bottle of wine, and a floral centerpiece.

A cozy living room with a bookshelf, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a red sofa.

12. Bath Street Inn

Oak Park, 3.1 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

Joanne

S$340

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

A room with a wooden floor, two brown armchairs, a round table with a book and a plant, a framed painting on the wall, and a wooden door with intricate carvings.

A bar area with a high ceiling and skylight, wooden flooring, and a bar counter with stools.

A spacious dining area with a central island, round tables, and comfortable seating.

13. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 1.6 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

Karri

S$337

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A white building with a sign reading "Mason Beach Inn" and a balcony with a railing.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a framed quote on the wall, and a large potted plant.

A living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned armchair.

A covered outdoor area with a pergola, steps leading to a door labeled "Office," and lush greenery including large plants and flowering bushes.

14. Mason Beach Inn

West Beach, 0.6 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

Rachita

S$335

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

An outdoor patio area with stone flooring, wooden chairs, and tables. There are palm trees and a decorative stone wall with a statue.

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining table with chairs. There is a kitchen in the background with white cabinets and a television mounted on the wall.

A hotel reception area with a granite reception desk, black leather chairs, a large flat-screen TV, and a potted orchid.

An aerial view of a rectangular swimming pool surrounded by white lounge chairs and umbrellas, with palm trees and a tiled roof in the background.

15. The Franciscan Hotel

West Beach, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

Bob

S$240

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, potted plants, and a small pool.

A cozy living room with a bar area, comfortable seating, and a large window with plants.

A white building with a red roof, a stone wall, and a staircase leading to a door.

16. Palihouse Santa Barbara

2.3 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

Maria

S$613

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A sunlit balcony with a curved sofa, a small round table, and a potted plant. The balcony features arched windows with a view of palm trees and the sea.

A coastal view with a beach, palm trees, and a white building with a red roof.

A spacious room with two sofas facing a glass table, a vase with flowers, and large windows offering a view of the ocean.

A large, historic building with arched windows and a central tower, surrounded by palm trees.

17. Santa Barbara Inn

East Beach, 2.5 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

melanie

S$503

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a bench. There are two doors leading to a balcony, and a chandelier hangs from the ceiling.

A swimming pool with a tiled border, a potted plant, and a staircase with colorful tiles.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a covered walkway, and a view of the street.

18. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 0.8 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

hoan

S$381

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a wicker chair, and a dining area.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a ceiling fan, a wall-mounted air conditioner, a picture, and a window with a view.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a large island with bar stools.

A modern building with a courtyard, outdoor seating, and a fire feature.

19. Beach House Inn

West Beach, 0.8 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

Tim

S$242

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A beach with clear blue water, a sandy shore, and a backdrop of buildings and trees.

A bedroom with a fireplace, a bed, a TV, and a window with curtains.

20. The Eagle Inn

West Beach, 0.8 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

Julian

S$419

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel	10.0 Exceptional 7 reviews	View
Harbor House Inn	9.8 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Marina Beach Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,185 reviews	View
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 310 reviews	View
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 218 reviews	View

Top Santa Barbara Maritime Museum Hotel Reviews

The Milo

10/10 Excellent

"Love the hotel its space was very clean. The staff are wonderful here. The staff makes this place great. So accommodating. HR was on the ball on whoever hired their staff here. ♥️"

Marina Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"easy parking, very nice place"

Hotel Californian

8/10 Good

"Very nice but came at a high price. Parking was a bit annoying dealing with a parking garage that charged regardless of staying at the hotel, we had our room forgotten to be cleaned one day but they made it right after letting them know. Good central location but less peaceful than other options at this price."

The Franciscan Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We always enjoy our stay, the staff is friendly and accommodating"

Castillo Inn at the Beach

8/10 Good

"The room was clean and quiet. Was a little disappointed with the balcony. I thought it would at least point toward the ocean."

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

10/10 Excellent

"The pool was freezing cold, other than that excellent"

Mason Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent

"This was my fav spot in the Santa Barbara area"

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This was my fourth time staying at this hotel, and I continue to enjoy coming back. The location is one of the best things about it. It is conveniently located near the harbor, and if you enjoy walking, you can take beautiful walks along the water. There are also plenty of restaurants within walking distance, so you really do not need to drive once you are there. The staff are always extremely friendly and helpful. I also really enjoyed the complimentary happy hour every evening from 5:30 to 6:30 PM. It is such a nice touch and a great way to relax at the end of the day. Overall, this is a great hotel in Santa Barbara with a wonderful location and welcoming staff. After four stays, I would definitely come back again."

Hotel Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"I was thoroughly impressed with the cleanliness, the design, the professional, friendly staff. Everything was just amazing could not be happier."

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A marina with numerous boats docked, a pier extending into the water, and a backdrop of mountains and a sunset sky.

Santa Barbara Harbor

9.2/10 (2,746 reviews)

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A two-story building with a beige facade, large windows, and a balcony.

Santa Barbara City College

8.8/10 (522 reviews)

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A beach with mountains in the background.

West Beach

9.6/10 (10 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, West Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Santa Barbara. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the cycling trails.

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A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, dense greenery, and a clear blue sky.

Leadbetter Beach

9.2/10 (30 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Leadbetter Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Santa Barbara. While you're in the area, stroll along the marina.

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A pier with lights reflecting on the water, a flag, and buildings in the background.

Stearns Wharf

9.0/10 (4,143 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Stearns Wharf and enjoy other activities such as cycling in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

9.0/10 (6 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center and enjoy the cycling trails in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Santa Barbara Carriage Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Santa Barbara Carriage Museum during your travels in Santa Barbara. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Carriage and Western Art Museum

8.4/10 (5 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Barbara Maritime Museum?

Santa Barbara Maritime Museum is located in a walkable area of Santa Barbara known for its array of dining options and cycling. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 245 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Santa Barbara Maritime Museum?

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. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.6 km) from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum. Other good choices within a short distance include Beachside Inn and Avania Inn of Santa Barbara.

How many hotels will I find close to Santa Barbara Maritime Museum?

Expedia has 245 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Barbara Maritime Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Santa Barbara Maritime Museum.

What can I see and do near Santa Barbara Maritime Museum?

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Reagan Ranch Center feature captivating exhibits. While you're exploring, swing by Mission Santa Barbara, Presidio Santa Barbara and Hill-Carrillo Adobe to learn a bit about the area. You can watch performances at Lobero Theater, Arlington Theater and Santa Barbara Bowl if you're interested in local theatre.

How can I get to Santa Barbara Maritime Museum?

With so many ways to get around, seeing the area around Santa Barbara Maritime Museum is a breeze. If you're taking a train to the area, Santa Barbara Station is the closest stop to Santa Barbara Beach. You can find out about water travel options at the port.

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Our top choices for Santa Barbara Maritime Museum hotels

1. Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel

2. Harbor House Inn

3. Marina Beach Hotel

4. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

5. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

6. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

7. Simpson House Inn

8. Casa Yano by The Beach

9. La Playa Inn

10. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

11. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

12. Bath Street Inn

13. Hotel Santa Barbara

14. Mason Beach Inn

15. The Franciscan Hotel

16. Palihouse Santa Barbara

17. Santa Barbara Inn

18. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

19. Beach House Inn

20. The Eagle Inn

Compare popular hotels close to Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

Top Santa Barbara Maritime Museum Hotel Reviews

The Milo

Marina Beach Hotel

Hotel Californian

The Franciscan Hotel

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Mason Beach Inn

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

Hotel Santa Barbara

Other attractions near Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

Santa Barbara Harbor

Santa Barbara City College

West Beach

Leadbetter Beach

Stearns Wharf

Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

Santa Barbara Carriage Museum

Carriage and Western Art Museum

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