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

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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 parking lot with marked spaces, surrounded by dense greenery and a building in the background.

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.

1. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

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

Maria

NT$3,526

NT$6,420 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 entrance with a glass door, a potted plant, and a number '8' on the wall.

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

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

2. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

1.3 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Jhoana

NT$5,118

NT$8,235 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

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

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

3. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

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

Matthew

NT$5,644

NT$8,835 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

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

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small round table, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements and potted plants.

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

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

6. Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel

2.3 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

David

NT$5,644

NT$8,835 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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

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

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

A hallway leading to a dining area with a wooden floor, white walls, and a black railing.

7. Casa Yano by The Beach

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

Jacob

NT$6,992

NT$11,296 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".

A corridor with a central staircase, outdoor seating, and lanterns.

A hotel corridor with a view of mountains, a palm tree, and a lantern-lit staircase.

A wooden cabinet with a mirror, a trash bin, and a potted plant in a hallway with patterned flooring and a door in the background.

8. La Playa Inn

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

Nick

NT$6,420

NT$7,319 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A cozy living room with a bar area, comfortable seating, and a large window with plants.

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.

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

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A patio area with outdoor seating, including tables and chairs, and a blue umbrella.

A house with a porch, a sign for '1720 the Bath Street Inn Bed & Breakfast', and a flag.

A table with a variety of food items, a bottle of wine, and a floral centerpiece.

A cozy living room with a bookshelf, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a red sofa.

10. Bath Street Inn

Oak Park, 3.2 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Joanne

NT$6,957

NT$8,089 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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

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.

A bathroom with a large mirror, double sink vanity, and a window seat with a view of greenery.

11. 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 1 - Nov 2

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

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.

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

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

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

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

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining table with chairs. There is a kitchen in the background with white cabinets and a television mounted on the wall.

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

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

13. 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 coastal view with a beach, palm trees, and a white building with a red roof.

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

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

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

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV. There is a view of palm trees and a marina through the windows.

15. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

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

Amanda

NT$6,307

NT$7,190 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a bench. There are two doors leading to a balcony, and a chandelier hangs from the ceiling.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a view of the outdoors.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a covered walkway, and a view of the street.

16. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 1 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Richard

NT$7,585

NT$8,661 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

A covered outdoor area with a pergola, steps leading to a door labeled "Office," and lush greenery including large plants and flowering bushes.

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

17. 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 modern building with a courtyard, outdoor seating, and a fire feature.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a gas stove, and a small countertop.

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a painting, and a TV.

A modern residential building with a covered patio, a lawn, and a clear sky.

18. Beach House Inn

West Beach, 1 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Tim

NT$7,192

NT$8,198 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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

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

19. 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 a large island, white cabinetry, and a view through glass doors to an outdoor patio.

A beachside path with bicycles, palm trees, and a clear sky.

A hotel with a red roof, multiple balconies, and a parking lot.

A table with a pitcher of dark liquid, a clear pitcher, and glasses, along with small bowls of pretzels and nuts.

20. Lavender Inn by the Sea

West Beach, 1 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Brandon

NT$6,758

NT$7,718 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 317 reviews	View
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 226 reviews	View
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 341 reviews	View
Harbor House Inn	9.8 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Marina Beach Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,194 reviews	View

Top Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center Hotel Reviews

La Playa Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and beautiful property."

Lavender Inn by the Sea

10/10 Excellent

"Great little place to stay away from the big city and corporate hotels."

Hotel Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"We absolutely loved staying at this hotel. It was beautiful, located in the most convenient area, the staff is beyond helpful and cheerful and the room was perfectly clean. The room overlooked State Street, which we really enjoyed. It is our new favorite In Santa Barbara and we will hopefully return often. Many great restaurants just downstairs and we walked to the beach in about 15 minutes. Great experience!"

Inn By The Harbor

10/10 Excellent

"Clean space we loved the location. Room was a little dated especially for the price we paid was just dated and had a musty smell from the carpet. Sorry to say but I wanted to be honest and helpful for this review. I hope it helps"

The Milo

10/10 Excellent

"Location"

Riviera Beach House

8/10 Good

"It would be 5 stars except the room we were given was way smaller than the images we had when booking. Had the deluxe room (king) with the garden patio. We had roughly 2-3 feet of space to move around the bed. Other than that, people/location/vibe were great!!"

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."

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 Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

2. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

3. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

4. Harbor House Inn

5. Marina Beach Hotel

6. Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel

7. Casa Yano by The Beach

8. La Playa Inn

9. Palihouse Santa Barbara

10. Bath Street Inn

11. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

12. Hotel Santa Barbara

13. The Franciscan Hotel

14. Santa Barbara Inn

15. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

16. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

17. Mason Beach Inn

18. Beach House Inn

19. The Eagle Inn

20. Lavender Inn by the Sea

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

Top Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center Hotel Reviews

La Playa Inn

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Hotel Santa Barbara

Inn By The Harbor

The Milo

Riviera Beach House

Harbor View Inn

Marina Beach Hotel

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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