Best Beach Hotels in Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara (California)

Boutique beach hotel perfection located in Santa Barbara's West Beach. Many of the beautifully decorated and elegant rooms have sea views and there are two swimming pools, a hot tub and cabanas. The neighbourhood is vibrant; sample local wine, explore the local art scene or shop till you drop.

• Total relaxation - Hit the beach, curl up on a poolside cabana with a good book, relax in the hot tub or enjoy some local wine by the firepit
• Beach Life - As well as sea views the property is 40m from West Beach and 350m to East Beach, both stretches of beautiful white sand
• Local markets - Pick up locally sourced food and great wine at one of the city's fantastic farmer's markets
• Birdwatching - Explore the 42 acre Andree Clark Bird Refuge for birdwatching, hiking and biking

Santa Barbara (California)

An elegant Mediterranean style boutique hotel situated just two minutes from the beach. Rooms are light and spacious with tropical/floral themes and balconies with stunning views of the Pacific or Santa Ynez mountains. Enjoy innovative cocktails and delicious Italian fare on the oceanfront terrace.

• Families - Spacious suites, family-friendly activites nearby, a pool and the beach on the doorstep — there is something for all the family
• Local exploring - Perfectly located for discovering the city and the surrounding area from the beach and museums to the vineyards
• Sights nearby - Santa Barbara Zoo, Stearns Wharf and the Ty Warner Sea Center are all less than two miles away
• Restaurant - Convivo Restaurant and Bar, specialises in 'Italian nomad' cuisine

Santa Barbara (California)

The 20 acres of lush garden on the oceanfront give a Mediterranean feel and beautiful Pacific views. The spacious are Spanish-esqe, with fabulous views of garden, sea or pool. Bella Vista offers organic Italian food or seafood at Tydes, with cocktails at Ty Lounge. Loads to do and a brilliant spa.

• Sailing - Santa Barbara Harbour and Waterfront has a lot of sailing opportunities.
• Great walks - Along Butterfly Beach, or even East Beach just a bit up the coast.
• Sights nearby - Stearns Wharf nearby for art galleries, restaurants and bars.
• Fishing - Readily avaliable at the local harbour or ask at reception.

Santa Barbara (California)

A luxury family-friendly hotel situated right on Miramar beach. Rooms are elegant and light with incredible marble bathrooms. Spend a day relaxing by the beach, spa or pool. A choice of three bars serve innovative cocktails and the cuisine is farm-to-table. Beach perfection.

• Beach Life - Take advantage of the hotel's complimentary chairs & umbrellas, beach butler, beach toys and sports activity equipment
• Families - From children's spa services, beach games, kids menus and a special tailored program, children will not be kept busy!
• Total relaxation - Relax in the spa, by the pool or on the beach
• Spa - Sense spa the only Forbes Five-Star spa in Santa Barbara. Treatments focus on healing traditions and using native plants