The Best Hotels Closest to Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center in Santa Barbara for 2026

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A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a large window.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements and potted plants.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, large windows, and a view of greenery.

1. Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel

2.3 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

David

NT$5,939

NT$9,172 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.

A hotel with a patio area, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden with flowers and palm trees.

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

A hotel room with a bed, a round table with a pair of sunglasses and a book, a chair with a denim jacket, and a window with white blinds.

2. Marina Beach Hotel

West Beach, 0.8 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Lori

NT$5,314

NT$6,058 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A compact kitchen with a white countertop, a stainless steel sink, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a shelf with glassware and a framed picture.

A neatly made bed with white and gray bedding, a wooden headboard, a framed abstract artwork, a modern floor lamp, and a glass side table with a black chair.

A laundry room with two stacked washing machines and a mirror on the wall.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a microwave.

3. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 2.1 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Maria

NT$3,488

NT$6,377 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A traditional building with a white facade, arched windows, and a balcony with a railing.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with stools, a grey sofa, and a painting of a wave on the wall.

A white building with a red-tiled roof, a covered entrance, and a garden with various plants.

A modern hotel bathroom with a large mirror, vanity, and a vase of flowers.

4. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

1.3 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Jhoana

NT$4,890

NT$7,976 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through a glass door to the outdoors.

A spacious living area with a modern staircase, a dining table, and a sofa.

A hallway leading to a living area with a sofa, a small table, and a view of greenery outside.

A modern bedroom with a large window, a bedside table, a chair, and a built-in kitchen area.

5. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 1.7 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Matthew

NT$5,729

NT$8,931 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A coastal house with a red roof, surrounded by palm trees and a mountain backdrop.

A bathroom with white tiled walls, a showerhead, and a shelf with toiletries.

A coastal road with palm trees, a beach, and a parking lot with vehicles.

A house with a patio area featuring wicker furniture and potted plants.

6. Harbor House Inn

West Beach, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

James

NT$5,697

NT$6,494 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A beige sofa with multiple cushions, a white vase with greenery, and a window with blinds.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A staircase leading to a living area with a sofa and a coffee table.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a vase with flowers, and a view of the outdoors through the windows.

7. Casa Yano by The Beach

West Beach, 0.8 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Jacob

NT$6,739

NT$11,007 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A two-story house with a porch, a garage, and a white picket fence.

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a large mirror reflecting the room.

A house with a bay window, a porch, and a garden with various plants and flowers.

A house with a covered porch, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a lawn.

8. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Oak Park, 3.1 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Raymond

NT$8,878

NT$10,138 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, potted plants, and a small pool.

A hallway with a checkered curtain, a framed artwork, a bench, a potted plant, and a wooden cabinet with handles.

A white building with a red roof, a stone wall, and a staircase leading to a door.

9. Palihouse Santa Barbara

1.9 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Maria

NT$12,960

NT$14,800 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

An outdoor patio area with stone flooring, wooden chairs, and tables. There are palm trees and a decorative stone wall with a statue.

An aerial view of a rectangular swimming pool surrounded by white lounge chairs and umbrellas, with palm trees and a tiled roof in the background.

A hotel reception area with a granite reception desk, black leather chairs, a large flat-screen TV, and a potted orchid.

A dining area with a wooden table, grey chairs, a black floor lamp, and a cityscape painting on the wall.

10. The Franciscan Hotel

West Beach, 0.8 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Bob

NT$4,490

NT$5,119 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A sunlit balcony with a curved sofa, a small round table, and a potted plant. The balcony features arched windows with a view of palm trees and the sea.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

A spacious room with two sofas facing a glass table, a vase with flowers, and large windows offering a view of the ocean.

A large, historic building with arched windows and a central tower, surrounded by palm trees.

11. Santa Barbara Inn

East Beach, 1.5 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

melanie

NT$9,364

NT$10,696 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

A spacious dining area with a central island, round tables, and comfortable seating.

A bar area with a high ceiling and skylight, wooden flooring, and a bar counter with stools.

A room with a wooden floor, two brown armchairs, a round table with a book and a plant, a framed painting on the wall, and a wooden door with intricate carvings.

12. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 1.3 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Morgan

NT$7,852

NT$9,131 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."

A breakfast bar with various food items, beverages, and a coffee machine.

A hot tub area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a pool, and palm trees in the background.

A reception desk with a wooden wall and a sign that reads "West Beach Inn".

13. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Amanda

NT$7,357

NT$8,387 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A white building with a sign reading "Mason Beach Inn" and a balcony with a railing.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a framed quote on the wall, and a large potted plant.

A living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned armchair.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building with arches and palm trees.

14. Mason Beach Inn

West Beach, 0.8 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Rachita

NT$7,553

NT$8,819 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A two-story building with a balcony, palm trees, and a sign that reads "Castillo Inn."

A hotel reception desk with a computer monitor, a newspaper, and a sign stating "NO PETS - NO CHECKS - NO LATE CHECK-OUTS".

A room with a sliding glass door leading to a patio area with a yellow fence and a table with chairs.

A living room with a TV, a painting, and a red chair with a patterned pillow.

15. Castillo Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 0.9 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Wesley

NT$4,828

NT$5,513 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A room with two leather chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a balcony with a table and chairs.

A bedroom with a fireplace, a bed, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A beach with clear blue water, a sandy shore, and a backdrop of buildings and trees.

16. The Eagle Inn

West Beach, 0.8 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Brian

NT$7,128

NT$8,126 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A bright kitchen with large windows, wicker furniture, and a wooden countertop.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with wicker furniture, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A house with a porch, a small garden, and a mailbox.

17. The Upham Hotel

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, 2.6 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Rana

NT$7,872

NT$8,974 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A resort with a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees, a beach view, and a well-maintained lawn.

A waterfront hotel with a reflective pool, a pedestrian bridge, and a view of mountains in the background.

A seaside patio with wicker chairs, a view of the marina, and palm trees.

A bridge leading to a row of white buildings with balconies, a palm tree, and a brick pathway.

18. Harbor View Inn

West Beach, 0.5 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Mario

NT$9,234

NT$10,527 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden flooring, and a dining area with orange chairs and a table.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a large window with a view of palm trees and a balcony.

A lobby with a wooden floor, two patterned armchairs, a small table, and a wall with three framed pictures.

19. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

West Beach, 0.9 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Anne

NT$4,637

NT$5,538 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

Two Adirondack chairs facing a small table on a balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

A beach view with palm trees and a clear sky.

A motel sign with a large number '6' and the word 'Motel' on a wooden board.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, two surfboards, a 'Welcome' sign, and an orange sofa.

20. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

East Beach, 1.6 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Kellie

NT$3,862

NT$4,410 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel	10.0 Exceptional 9 reviews	View
Marina Beach Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,194 reviews	View
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 317 reviews	View
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 224 reviews	View
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 341 reviews	View

Top Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center Hotel Reviews

Hotel Santa Barbara

8/10 Good

"Loved our location. Right on State Street so easy walking to restaurants and shops. Beach was a 15 minute walk. Sheets and bed were lovely. Parking service was handy - right out back"

Harbor View Inn

8/10 Good

"Stayed in the new building and it was very nice. little bit of a walk to the pool but its good to be right on state st.. the pool is good, could use a few more umbrellas for the chairs. bed and pillows are comfy. this is my second time staying there."

Marina Beach Hotel

8/10 Good

"Marina Beach is small but I found it a pleasant place to stay. The room is small but what is offered in-room is big: kitchenette, etc. The staff couldn't be nicer. I've stayed at very high end hotels where the staff makes me want to cancel my reservation. Here, they make one feel like they're glad we are here and they want to make our stay the best."

Inn By The Harbor

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was very cute clean and well-maintained. The breakfast they offered was wonderful. I had a great outdoor area to sit and eat or just relax and have a cocktail."

The Franciscan Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The Franciscan was an excellent choice for our stopover in Santa Barbara. Staff was excellent, beds were the comfiest hotel beds ever, grounds were beautiful, and it was the perfect location to walk to the beach and pier. They even have bicycles to use!"

Riviera Beach House

8/10 Good

"This is in a great location close to lots of restaurants, coffee shops, and bars. But for what you’re paying, it’s insane not to have a real shower. It’s just a “wet room” where there is a shower head and shower curtain but then the water goes everywhere. Prepare to have a soaking wet bathroom your entire stay. Cute hotel but would not book again."

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean property and facilities. Friendly staff"

Other attractions near Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

A pier with lights reflecting on the water, a flag, and buildings in the background.

Stearns Wharf

9.0/10 (4,143 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Stearns Wharf and enjoy other activities such as biking in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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A beach with palm trees and a clear blue sky.

West Beach

9.6/10 (10 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, West Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Santa Barbara. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the biking trails.

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A marina with numerous boats docked, a pier extending into the water, and a backdrop of mountains and a sunset sky.

Santa Barbara Harbor

9.2/10 (2,746 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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A large tree with dense foliage in a park.

Moreton Bay Fig Tree

8.4/10 (16 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Moreton Bay Fig Tree and also enjoy the biking trails in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Chase Palm Park

9.6/10 (5 reviews)

Chase Palm Park is just one of the places to see in Santa Barbara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation

2.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Santa Barbara. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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Santa Barbara Art Foundry

You can browse the exhibits at Santa Barbara Art Foundry, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Santa Barbara. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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Reagan Ranch Center

4.8/10 (3 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Reagan Ranch Center, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Santa Barbara. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center?

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center is located in a walkable area of Santa Barbara known for its beautiful beaches and bird watching. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 220 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center?

Hotel Santa Barbara is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a 24-hour fitness center and free WiFi. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center. Other good options close by include Beachside Inn and Avania Inn of Santa Barbara.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center?

Expedia has 220 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center.

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What can I see and do near Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center?

You'll want to browse the collections at Presidio Santa Barbara, MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, and Reagan Ranch Center. Mission Santa Barbara, El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, and Hill-Carrillo Adobe are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can watch performances at Lobero Theater, Arlington Theater, and Santa Barbara Bowl if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center?

With so many transportation options, exploring the area around Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center is easy. To see more of the larger area, hop on a train at Santa Barbara Station. You can explore options for water transportation at the port.

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Our top choices for Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center hotels

1. Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel

2. Marina Beach Hotel

3. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

4. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

5. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

6. Harbor House Inn

7. Casa Yano by The Beach

8. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

9. Palihouse Santa Barbara

10. The Franciscan Hotel

11. Santa Barbara Inn

12. Hotel Santa Barbara

13. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

14. Mason Beach Inn

15. Castillo Inn at the Beach

16. The Eagle Inn

17. The Upham Hotel

18. Harbor View Inn

19. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

20. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Compare popular hotels close to Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Top Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center Hotel Reviews

Hotel Santa Barbara

Harbor View Inn

Marina Beach Hotel

Inn By The Harbor

The Franciscan Hotel

Riviera Beach House

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

Other attractions near Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Stearns Wharf

West Beach

Santa Barbara Harbor

Moreton Bay Fig Tree

Chase Palm Park

MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation

Santa Barbara Art Foundry

Reagan Ranch Center

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