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Our top choices for Santa Barbara Zoo hotels

Terrace/patio
Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.0 star property
Laguna, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (82)
"Great location and very nice room. Great stay! Will def go back. "
United States
Ambar
The price is S$276
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Casa Riviera
Exterior
Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1006)
"Helpful staff and a charming room with a kitchen. "
United States
Steven
The price is S$170
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Marina Beach Motel
Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina
4.0 star property
3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (127)
"Beautiful property . Clean and aesthetically appealing . Dog friendly had me sold ! "
United States
Sheryl
Casa De La Vina
Front of property
Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Everything was perfect "
United States
Andrew
The price is S$205
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Harbor House Inn
Front of property – evening/night
La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Clean room, kind and helpful staff, great parking, great location, very good breakfast "
United States
Luciana Adgemian Menani
The price is S$276
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
La Playa Inn
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin
3.0 star property
Laguna, 3.2 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (224)
"It was amazing, I will definitely go again "
United States
Hannah
The price is S$230
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Casa Jardin
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (374)
"Beautiful hotel, with a subdued vibe, exceptionally friendly staff. Walking distance from anything you might want to do in Santa Barbara."
United States
Jeffrey
The price is S$442
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Palihouse Santa Barbara
Beach/ocean view
Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
East Beach, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"A wonderful place & an amazing staff"
United States
Ann
The price is S$371
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan, 2026
Santa Barbara Inn
View from property
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1100)
"Great place."
Canada
Mario
The price is S$219
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Outdoor pool
Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
West Beach, 2.5 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Great location, nice room, amenities, and easy parking."
United States
Srecko
The price is S$361
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Harbor View Inn
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
The Funk Zone, 2.4 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (927)
"Spotless rooms and the beds were AMAZING"
United States
Jill
The price is S$1,008
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Hotel Californian
Front of property
Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Perfect location, great value, cute rooms"
United States
Stan
The price is S$184
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Reception
Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Lower State, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1051)
"Perfect location for state street fun!"
United States
Sherie
The price is S$264
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Hotel Santa Barbara
Exterior
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
East Beach, 0.6 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1200)
"Great location,very nice staff!"
United States
Patricia
The price is S$151
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 3.1 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1993)
"Definetly would stay here again!"
United States
David
The price is S$153
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
View from property
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 3 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1088)
"Room was clean and big,location was great"
United States
Daniel
The price is S$171
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Beachside Inn
Terrace/patio
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
East Beach, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Excellent Stay"
United States
Mario
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Tasting room
Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Lower State, 2.8 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (583)
"Very good experience. I would go back. 👍"
United States
Thomas J.
The price is S$198
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Haley Hotel
Reception
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
East Beach, 0.8 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (964)
"It was an amazing stay! They were very accommodating and the rooms were cutley decorated! I would love to come again whenever possible!!!"
United States
Dhristi
The price is S$183
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan, 2026
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Sun deck
Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House
3.5 star property
The Funk Zone, 2.5 km from Santa Barbara Zoo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1003)
"Great stay"
United States
Scott
The price is S$214
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Riviera Beach House
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Top Santa Barbara Zoo Hotel Reviews

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, great friendly service!! Surprised us with a free wine bottle to celebrate our stay!!"
Eva 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

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Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Barbara Zoo?
Santa Barbara Zoo is located in a walkable area of Santa Barbara known for its beautiful beaches and popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 79 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Santa Barbara Zoo?
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this resort offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Santa Barbara Zoo. Other good choices within a short distance include Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt and Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach.
How many hotels are there close to Santa Barbara Zoo?
Expedia has 79 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Santa Barbara Zoo.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Barbara Zoo, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Santa Barbara Zoo.
What can I see and do near Santa Barbara Zoo?
You'll want to browse the collections at MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, Presidio Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Museum of Art. Explore notable local landmarks like Mission Santa Barbara, Casa Del Herrero and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park. You can catch a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, Lobero Theater and Granada Theatre.
How can I get to Santa Barbara Zoo?
With so many choices for transport, seeing all of the area near Santa Barbara Zoo is a breeze. If you want to explore the larger area, hop aboard a train at Santa Barbara Station. You can learn about water transport options at the local port.

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