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Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

4.0 star property
Upscale motel near the beach

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Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

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Reception
Beach nearby, beach shuttle
Exterior
Deluxe Room, Fireplace, Ocean View (Upstairs) | In-room safe, individually decorated, blackout drapes
BBQ/picnic area

Overview of Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Your area essentials

421 South Milpas Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103
  • Popular LocationChase Palm Park2 min walk
  • Popular LocationEast Beach Tacos3 min walk
  • Popular LocationSanta Barbara Station6 min drive
  • AirportSanta Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)14 min drive
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Room options

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Pool View (Ground Floor)

cleanliness

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Fan
  • 6.18 Ping (20 square meters)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View (Upstairs)

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 7.03 Ping (23 square meters)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Pool View (Upstairs)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Fan
  • 5.62 Ping (19 square meters)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View (Upstairs)

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 5.62 Ping (19 square meters)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Ground Floor (Patio & Fireplace)

cleanliness

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
  • 7.03 Ping (23 square meters)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Upstairs)

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 7.03 Ping (23 square meters)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, Fireplace, Ocean View (Upstairs)

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 7.03 Ping (23 square meters)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 5.62 Ping (19 square meters)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, Pool View (Upstairs)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Fan
  • 6.18 Ping (20 square meters)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel is located in Santa Barbara Beach, a neighborhood in Santa Barbara, and is in the entertainment district and on the waterfront. Cabrillo Bike Path and Stearns Wharf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Chase Palm Park and Cabrillo Pavillion. Don't miss out on a visit to Santa Barbara Zoo. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.

What's nearby

  • Cabrillo Pavillion - 4 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 10 min walk
  • Stearns Wharf - 3 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 5 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 8 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 11 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Shellfish Co - 4 min drive
  • Jack In The Box - 2 min drive
  • Longboard's Grill - 3 min drive
  • Moby Dick Restaurant - 4 min drive

About this property

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Upscale motel near Cabrillo Pavillion
Located close to Santa Barbara Zoo and Chase Palm Park, Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel provides a terrace. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, an area shuttle, and luggage storage
  • Concierge services, a water dispenser, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews say great things about the location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guests reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 0.01 mi
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In a regional park
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room accessibility
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1953
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

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

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 19 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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; 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

As of 2024/3/29, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel on 2024/3/31 start from NT$5,087, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 30 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel located?

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, this beach motel is within a 5-minute walk of Chase Palm Park and Cabrillo Pavillion. Santa Barbara Zoo and Andree Clark Bird Refuge are also within 15 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 27 minutes by foot.

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 421 out of 695 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 178 out of 695 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 695 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 695 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 695 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MAEDA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy and serene. Close to the beautiful beach.

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed here several times its our fave place to stay when visiting SB
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Christine

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Parking is a huge issue.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Cornelius

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The location is excellent close to the beach and the Wharf within walking dustance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rabindranath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023