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The Inn at East Beach

2.5 star property

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Reception
Breakfast area
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool loungers

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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1029 Orilla Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103
  • Place, Cabrillo Pavillion
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, East Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Zoo
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Kitchen (Terrace)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Fireplace

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Fireplace

  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Terrace)

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Terrace)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Partial Ocean View

Shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Partial Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

The Inn at East Beach

Motel with an outdoor pool, 7-minute walk to Santa Barbara Zoo
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free motel has self parking and a microwave in a common area. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a lobby fireplace. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Inn at East Beach offers 33 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature designer toiletries and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

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

The Inn at East Beach's great beach location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Santa Barbara Zoo. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas, plus an outdoor pool and self parking (surcharge).
  • Free WiFi
  • Self parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a lobby fireplace, a shared microwave, and a water dispenser
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean accommodations and the location
  • Just a 1-minute drive from Santa Barbara Zoo and 6 minutes from Santa Barbara Harbor
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
As a guest of The Inn at East Beach, you'll find an outdoor pool, a fireplace in the lobby, and a microwave in a common area. Public spaces have free WiFi. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of The Inn at East Beach was completed in March 2021.

This Santa Barbara motel is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 15 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - March 2021
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50.00 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 15.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per pet, per stay
  • 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 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
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 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

East Beach Inn
Inn East Beach
Inn East Beach Santa Barbara
The Inn at East Beach Motel
The Inn at East Beach Santa Barbara
The Inn at East Beach Motel Santa Barbara

The Inn at East Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 493 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 257 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 139 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 1000 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Cedric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stayed here because it was a good value and
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ravyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean stay

The check-in was smooth. The pool is nice & clean. Our room was spacious with a nice home touch to it. They have pastries & coffee in the morning which is nice. Overall I'd stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Courtney

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ross

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Angel

Travelled with partner
There is no a/c. The rooms are in disrepair. Bed was comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Bakkr

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Run for romance stay for desperation

The room was disgusting, stains on the bed, chair, and furniture was damaged and old. AC off for the entire hotel. Fan spins and swings as if its going to fall + loud squeaking noise. Yellow stain on toilet lid. The colors of the room is nice. If you are going with your boys and freinds, or desperate, this place is the spot. If you want romance or going with your wife, run away. 300$ spent, left on the spot with wife, no refund due to 48hr notice. Bye bye.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Owner was nice. Good location. No AC. No amenities. No screens on windows. No privacy on ground floor. A gardener working on the backside of our room was looking in the bathroom window. It was like staying in an outdated beach apartment. The whole time we wished we would have booked the Motel 6 next door instead.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amber

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was not the fault of the Inn, but our first night there we were without electricity from 9:30 pm - 3:00 am. Become very hot and not comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shelby

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great value for excellent location

Great value. Very close to East Beach. Friendly staff. Simple but just right
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Windows without screens, general upkeep poor.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Carolyn

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property is a bit tired but the location is great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
View was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location near the beach. It’s an older, oddly designed property, but it’s cool and the staff is super friendly and helpful. And there is parking on site.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Patricia

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds are terrible. Too soft and squeaky. They close lobby at 10pm which is inconvenient for guests that travel. Bad service did not care
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Great location, clean and charming
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Joni

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
We were disappointed right away. There was no elevator, no AC, fans that were temperamental getting to work, the room floor was dirty, minimal amenities, bouncy uncomfortable bed, afternoon sun made the room hot! And having to have the windows open with the smoke from a distant fire made us have to leave a day early & without a refund on room or parking! The pluses were walking distance to the beach and a few restaurants, and the staff was very pleasant!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Malia

Disliked: Cleanliness
An awful experience! Do not stay here unless you want a filthy room, a rude manager and unauthorized charges to your credit card!! Mine and my 1yo nieces stay was from 8/11-8/12 about 9am 8/13 I noticed a $200 charge on top of my $157 charge from Expedia + $65(deposit+$15 parking) I called immediately and was told by a very sweet woman at the front desk that the manager lives onsite but simply isn’t available, and she herself would not be able to give me ANY information and that he should be in around 2pm. We called around 2:30, not available, called once more at 3 and the women eventually handed the phone to him. He immediately proceeded to shout that he will not be removing the charge or giving an explanation and to get the courts involved “He’s Ready!” And has an outside/eyes witness?? I’m at a loss for words ? What is that even supposed to mean? This whole experience is truly frighting and the other reviews have nothing better to say. I’m currently out $200 with no explanation for the charge. I assumed this was a simple mistake but based off his reaction there’s something seriously shady going on over there
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025