⭐ Top 10 Hotels Near Stearns Wharf for 2026

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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.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, large windows, and a view of greenery.

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements and potted plants.

1. Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel

2.2 km from Stearns Wharf

David

S$313

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

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.

A hotel with a patio area, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden with flowers and palm trees.

2. Marina Beach Hotel

West Beach, 0.7 km from Stearns Wharf

Lori

S$242

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

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

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

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

A coastal road with palm trees, a beach, and a parking lot with vehicles.

3. Harbor House Inn

West Beach, 0.6 km from Stearns Wharf

James

S$223

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

A modern hotel bathroom with a large mirror, vanity, and a vase of flowers.

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.

4. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

1.2 km from Stearns Wharf

Jhoana

S$307

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

5. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 2 km from Stearns Wharf

Maria

S$252

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

A modern bedroom with a large window, a bedside table, a chair, and a built-in kitchen area.

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

6. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 1.6 km from Stearns Wharf

Matthew

S$345

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

7. La Playa Inn

West Beach, 0.8 km from Stearns Wharf

Nick

S$289

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 dining area with a table, chairs, a chandelier, a window with shutters, and a decorative wheel.

8. Simpson House Inn

Upper East, 2.8 km from Stearns Wharf

Victor

S$602

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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

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

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

9. Casa Yano by The Beach

West Beach, 0.7 km from Stearns Wharf

Jacob

S$418

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

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

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

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

10. Palihouse Santa Barbara

1.8 km from Stearns Wharf

Maria

S$585

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

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

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

A house with a covered porch, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a lawn.

11. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Oak Park, 2.9 km from Stearns Wharf

Raymond

S$400

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

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

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 Stearns Wharf

Joanne

S$334

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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

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

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

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.

13. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 1.2 km from Stearns Wharf

Karri

S$361

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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.

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.

14. The Franciscan Hotel

West Beach, 0.7 km from Stearns Wharf

Bob

S$202

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV. There is a view of palm trees and a marina through the windows.

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

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

15. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 0.6 km from Stearns Wharf

Amanda

S$373

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

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

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

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building with arches and palm trees.

16. Mason Beach Inn

West Beach, 0.7 km from Stearns Wharf

Rachita

S$348

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a painting, and a TV.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a gas stove, and a small countertop.

17. Beach House Inn

West Beach, 0.9 km from Stearns Wharf

Tim

S$324

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

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

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 cozy living room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a view of the outdoors.

18. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 0.9 km from Stearns Wharf

Richard

S$368

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 room with two leather chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a balcony with a table and chairs.

19. The Eagle Inn

West Beach, 0.7 km from Stearns Wharf

S$328

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A two-story building with a balcony, palm trees, and a sign that reads "Castillo Inn."

A living room with a TV, a painting, and a red chair with a patterned pillow.

A room with a sliding glass door leading to a patio area with a yellow fence and a table with chairs.

A hotel reception desk with a computer monitor, a newspaper, and a sign stating "NO PETS - NO CHECKS - NO LATE CHECK-OUTS".

20. Castillo Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 0.7 km from Stearns Wharf

Wesley

S$218

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Stearns Wharf

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel	10.0 Exceptional 8 reviews	View
Marina Beach Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,199 reviews	View
Harbor House Inn	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 222 reviews	View
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 317 reviews	View

Top Stearns Wharf Hotel Reviews

Inn By The Harbor

10/10 Excellent

"Location is great! The continental breakfast was good! Rented the free bikes which was an added bonus!"

Mason Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was great. The only thing that wasn’t perfect was the coffee maker in the room was broken and the plugs for the chargers were blown out and were not working"

Beachside Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly helpful staff. Great location. Walkable,e to harbor and some excellent restaurants!"

Marina Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Our favourite accommodation on our California road trip. Clean & great accommodation overall. Highly recommend"

Harbor View Inn

10/10 Excellent

"The location was great"

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"O"

Riviera Beach House

8/10 Good

"Good: location, A/C, beds, cleanliness, coffee bar Could use improvement: inconsistent helpfulness of staff: we were quoted several different prices for parking at the hotel. Also told there were no extra pillows, then later when we asked someone else we were given some. The wuropean"

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

10/10 Excellent

"Highly recommended."

Other attractions near Stearns Wharf

A pier extending into calm waters, palm trees, and a mountainous backdrop.

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

9.6/10 (8 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center during your trip to Santa Barbara. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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A beach with palm trees and a clear blue sky.

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 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)

Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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A large tree with dense foliage in a park.

Moreton Bay Fig Tree

8.4/10 (16 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Moreton Bay Fig Tree and also 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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Chase Palm Park

9.6/10 (5 reviews)

Chase Palm Park is just one of the places to see in Santa Barbara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation

2.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Santa Barbara. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Santa Barbara Art Foundry

You can browse the exhibits at Santa Barbara Art Foundry, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Santa Barbara. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Reagan Ranch Center

4.8/10 (3 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Reagan Ranch Center, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Santa Barbara. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Stearns Wharf?

Stearns Wharf is located in a walkable area of Santa Barbara known for its beautiful beaches and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 211 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Stearns Wharf?

Adjacent to Stearns Wharf, The Milo is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and 1 hot tub. Other good choices within a short distance include Hotel Santa Barbara and Beachside Inn.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Stearns Wharf?

Expedia has 211 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Stearns Wharf.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Stearns Wharf, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Stearns Wharf.

What can I see and do near Stearns Wharf?

Study the collections at Presidio Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center or MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation. Mission Santa Barbara, El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park and Hill-Carrillo Adobe are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. 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 Stearns Wharf?

With so many choices for transport, exploring the area around Stearns Wharf is a breeze. If you want to explore the larger area, hop on a train at Santa Barbara Station. You can learn about water travel options at the local port.

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Our top choices for Stearns Wharf hotels

1. Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel

2. Marina Beach Hotel

3. Harbor House Inn

4. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

5. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

6. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

7. La Playa Inn

8. Simpson House Inn

9. Casa Yano by The Beach

10. Palihouse Santa Barbara

11. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

12. Bath Street Inn

13. Hotel Santa Barbara

14. The Franciscan Hotel

15. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

16. Mason Beach Inn

17. Beach House Inn

18. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

19. The Eagle Inn

20. Castillo Inn at the Beach

Compare popular hotels close to Stearns Wharf

Top Stearns Wharf Hotel Reviews

Inn By The Harbor

Mason Beach Inn

Beachside Inn

Marina Beach Hotel

Harbor View Inn

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

Riviera Beach House

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

Other attractions near Stearns Wharf

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

West Beach

Santa Barbara Harbor

Moreton Bay Fig Tree

Chase Palm Park

MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation

Santa Barbara Art Foundry

Reagan Ranch Center

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