Marina Beach Hotel

3.0 star property

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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi

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21 Bath St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara City College
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Stearns Wharf
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(49 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(114 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Grand Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Exclusive Room

  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Courtyard Area

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Marina Beach Hotel

Along with an outdoor pool, this motel has a hot tub and a microwave in a common area. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a business center, free use of bicycles, and laundry facilities.
Marina Beach Hotel offers 32 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. This Santa Barbara motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The free breakfast at Marina Beach Hotel gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Santa Barbara Harbor. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus an outdoor pool.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Amenities include free lobby newspapers, a front-desk safe, and a business center
  • Onsite recreation includes complimentary bicycles
  • Guests really like the accommodations for the cleanliness and comfy beds
  • Just a 3-minute walk from Santa Barbara Harbor and 11 minutes by foot from Stearns Wharf
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee
Marina Beach Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and complimentary bicycles. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a business center on site. Free breakfast is available daily. A terrace, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Marina Beach Hotel. Self parking is free. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property. A complete renovation of Marina Beach Hotel was completed in April 2023.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Santa Barbara motel.

Guests are served free continental breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM

Things to do

  • Books
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Games
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1940
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Renovated entire property - April 2023

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 22.40 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 22.40 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property uses some solar energy
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 10:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:30 AM to 9:30 PM.

Property is also known as

Marina Beach Motel Motel
Marina Beach Motel Santa Barbara
Marina Beach Motel Motel Santa Barbara

Marina Beach Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 993 out of 1128 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 106 out of 1128 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 1128 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 1128 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1128 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place for a short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect spot for a short stay near the beach. Convenient to everything and the front desk staff were the best.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean room, comfortable bed, nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff and super clean rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a wonderful place to stay. It checks all the boxes—- clean, comfortably, great location, and wonderful, friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cece

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was great.. staff wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint, charming, beautiful motel. Staff was great, rooms were clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay in a great area of Santa Barbara. The room was spotless and the staff was very friendly and professional. I loved the fact that is was a small hotel. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, room and staff fantastic and wow Santa Barbara
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staffs and excellent location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location. Clean and the staff was super. Highly recommend and like that it close to the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Clean, location, pet friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and spotless accomodations
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room are clean and the staff helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were so wonderful. Location was great
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ulrike

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was excellent, the breakfast plentiful, really great service!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff helpful, clean room, good breakfast selection, convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Azucena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Deluxe room had a cute oversized jetted tub and was nice and clean. Nice location only a short walk to the beach or shops
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this motel was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great and the staff was very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle Alves

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love love love best shower!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liliana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious and clean rooms, friendly staff, beautiful premises, and continental breakfast was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, nice location, super walkable! Staff, parking, breakfast - all great. We are repeat visitors.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nicely remodeled motel with comfortable rooms in a great location near beach and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025