The Inn at East Beach

2.5 star property

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

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1029 Orilla Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103
  • Place, Santa Barbara Zoo
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, West Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Stearns Wharf
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

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

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

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

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

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

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen

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

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

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Fireplace

  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Terrace)

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

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace

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

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

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, a short 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 fireplace at reception. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Inn at East Beach offers 33 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature designer toiletries and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. 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 such as 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 fireplace at reception, a shared microwave and a water dispenser
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean guestrooms
  • Just a 1-minute drive from Santa Barbara Zoo and 5 minutes from Santa Barbara Bowl
  • 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 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

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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

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.
  • Cots (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.

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. 492 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 268 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 140 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 1006 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

2/10 Terrible

Wilword

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I were in the area for a birthday party. The check-in process was easy, and we loved the free coffee provided in the lobby. The room was very spacious, clean, and comfortable. The only area that needed more care was the shower- the bottom of the shower curtain was a little dirty and there was something stained on the shower wall. Overall, I would highly recommend this property due to excellent service and nice facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

nicole

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, clean and comfortable. Front desk staff is super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

ENRIQUE

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awful. Pathetic customer service. LIARS, DISRESPECTFUL and they don’t care at all. Over priced with poor conditions. DON’T WASTE your time and money. Never again! Protect yours and go elsewhere.
Holes in the shower wall because they tried to resecure the grab handle. It was still loose and would have easily broken off if a person were to have used it. It almost happened to me.
Counter was dirty and scratched.
Sink was dirty with the vanity mirror hanging by one type of string. Really?
Bent ironing board that my iron kept tipping over when trying to stand it up. Fire hazard.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed there before. Had a fireplace on another visit. The pool was very nice. Outside heater wasn't available on the cool evening.That would have been great, but they don't light them in the summer. The breakfast is just small pastries and tea or coffee. I would cal it a mini continental breakfast. bed was comfortable. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristiina

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a great location. Easy walk to the beach and local restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allen

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

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very convenient location, great price, comfortable rooms. Really helpful and nice staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

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

10/10 Excellent

Shiguang, Torrance

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margarita

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was clean. It was really nice staying here right across the street. You can go to a restaurant. You cross one more street. There’s another restaurant. Everything is nearby. You can walk to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Moses

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and spacious room. Quick walk to the beach and close to any restaurant. Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Erin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well priced, close to the beach
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Our stay was short, but we would come back. The staff ( Victor) at check in was cordial and helpful. The room was clean, spacious, well ventilated with windows, and comfortable. The area was quiet especially at night. We were very pleased by that since we were near the street and other hotels. The beach is a short walk across the street past another hotel. Check out was friendly and so fast we didn’t even remember to catch a name to compliment.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brady

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find, and the beach is right across the street. Beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jannika

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was absolutely fantastic! I went to a wedding across the street at the community center on East Beach and it was so much fun to stay there. The whole wedding party was there and it was just a great time!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Carlos David

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location is great. The staff could of been nice, and place could be cleaner. Needs upgrade indoors.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Mahjebeen

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The receptionist was polite but he had an ear bud in. It would be nice if he told you which floor your room was on and if it was at the front or rear of the property. The manager was nice, but the guest upstairs was stomping around at midnight, the gate was outside our window and is locked after 9pm and people let it slam shut, our shower and shower head had mold. The rest of the place was clean. It close to the water. I would not recommend. I will not be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

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