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This hotel is 2 miles from Santa Barbara and within a 5-minute walk of the Santa Barbara Zoo. It offers an outdoor pool, a patio, and rooms with flat-screen TVs. Inn at East Beach rooms include a refrigerator. The rooms are equipped with cable TV. The hotel also features free newspapers/magazines. Limited parking is available for 1 vehicle per guestroom. Free Wi-Fi available outside and in the rooms. The Inn is within a 5-minute walk of East Beach, with access to the Pacific Ocean. The Santa Barbara Botanic Garden is 5 miles from the hotel.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Private parking at the hotel


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.5
Facilities
7.7
Cleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.2
Value for money
7.5
Location
8.9
Free Wifi
7.9
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Gerri
    United States of America United States of America
    We had a large corner room with a kitchenette. It was decently stocked for cooking minimal meals. The place was clean.
  • Shreyansh
    United States of America United States of America
    - Location is 10/10, right across from Beach - Peaceful and Quite - Rooms are clean, bed is comfortable and you have everything you need for a great stay
  • Charlie
    United States of America United States of America
    I had an event across the street, perfect walking distance. Great location, close to the beach and highways.
  • Hannah
    United States of America United States of America
    This was the most amazing hotel I have been to recently. Absolutely amazing service, the owner is absolute perfection. He did everything he could to accommodate us, and we will be back again very soon!
  • Lori
    United States of America United States of America
    We have stayed at the Inn at East Beach several times, for its location, pet friendliness, fair pricing and well kept rooms and premises. The rooms are retro-charming and always very tidy and clean. Some SB hotels are embarrassingly high priced...
  • Lisa
    United States of America United States of America
    This place is a hidden gem among the many beach hotels, and is usually less expensive.. it’s surprisingly nice considering the price, with the feel of a complex in a youth hostel more than a hotel. Its rooms are set around a pool on two levels and...
  • Wendy
    United States of America United States of America
    Loved the coffee and pastries and apples. Ample sized parking lot (worth paying the small fee for overnight parking). Very quiet and appreciated the windows opened. Check in was smooth. Room was large and comfy.
  • Michael
    United States of America United States of America
    Retro-look, well maintained, location, pool, iron/board in room.
  • Valerie
    United States of America United States of America
    The location was great, just a block from the beach.
  • Stacy
    United States of America United States of America
    Location was great. Older hotel but it was clean and cute and staff was very friendly.

Property questions and answers
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  • I don’t understand whether breakfast is included as the hotel provides complimentary breakfast but you do not explain that

    Breakfast is included.
    Answered on 1 December 2019
  • U pay to park your car while staying there?

    Parking is $15.00 our lot. Option to park on the street is free but on Mon and Tue there is city sweeps between 12pm-3pm they will give a $65 ticket.
    Answered on 16 April 2020
  • Are dogs allowed and is there a breed restriction?

    Hello we do allow dogs on the property, however we do have a 50 dollar pet fee charge.
    Answered on 20 July 2020
  • Do you offer bikes for guests to use? Or do we need to rent them?

    We offer bikes for guests to rent starting at $20 for 2 hours! Check with the front desk during your stay for further pricing and availability.
    Answered on 7 March 2023
  • Is there air conditioners in the rooms?

    Unfortunately we do not have AC in the rooms. We do however have ceiling fans.
    Answered on 1 June 2021
  • Can we take a dog?

    There's a one-time $50 pet fee that will be assessed at check in per dog for up to 3 nights. Anything more than 3 nights will be an additional $75. We..
    Answered on 17 February 2021
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Amenities of Inn at East Beach

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs $15 per day.
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Express check-in/out
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Fenced pool
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules
Inn at East Beach takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of $50 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 17 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 4 years
Crib upon request
Free
17+ years
Extra bed upon request
$30 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note, nightly parking is only available for 1 car per room for a small fee. On-site parking is not guaranteed. No over-sized vehicles permitted. Street parking is available. Contact the property for more details.

Please note there is no elevator at the property and some rooms are only accessible by stairs.

Please note the property does not have air conditioning. However, ceiling fans and tower fans are available in each room to help ensure guest comfort.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Inn at East Beach of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

A damage deposit of $50 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Inn at East Beach

  • Inn at East Beach is 2 miles from the center of Santa Barbara. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Inn at East Beach may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Inn at East Beach include:

    • Quad
    • Double
    • Suite
  • Check-in at Inn at East Beach is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Inn at East Beach offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Diving
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Beach
    • Bike tours
    • Swimming pool
  • Yes, Inn at East Beach is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The nearest beach is 500 feet from Inn at East Beach. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.