What's the area like around Stearns Wharf?

Stearns Wharf is located in a walkable area of Santa Barbara known for its beautiful beaches and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 134 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Stearns Wharf?

Adjacent to Stearns Wharf, Hotel Milo Santa Barbara is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this 3.5-star hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and free WiFi. Other good choices within a short distance include Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort and Inn By The Harbor .

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Stearns Wharf?

Expedia has 134 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Stearns Wharf.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Stearns Wharf, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "free cancellation" to get the best deals available near Stearns Wharf.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Stearns Wharf?

For more information about updating your stay near Stearns Wharf or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/ .

What can I see and do near Stearns Wharf?

Study the collections at Santa Barbara Historical Museum, Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History, or MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation. Santa Barbara County Courthouse, Mission Santa Barbara, and Casa Del Herrero are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can watch performances at Santa Barbara Bowl, Lobero Theater, and Arlington Theater if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to Stearns Wharf?

With so many transportation options, seeing all of the area near Stearns Wharf is simple. To venture out into the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at Santa Barbara Station. You can explore your options for water transportation at the local port.

The Best Hotels Closest to Stearns Wharf in Santa Barbara Beach for 2022

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

1.5 km from Stearns Wharf

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4/5 Very Good! (1,115 reviews)

"Very friendly staff that make you and your pet feel welcomed."

Reviewed on 2021/11/27

Hotel Milo Santa Barbara

0.5 km from Stearns Wharf

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4/5 Very Good! (967 reviews)

"Loved that it was located right across from the beach/pier. Convenient to shopping and restaurants. Everything walkable. Only downside was they charge for parking. It baffles me that a hotel would charge one of their guests to park on the premises in which you are paying to stay."

Reviewed on 2021/11/29

Inn By The Harbor

1.3 km from Stearns Wharf

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4.4/5 Excellent! (920 reviews)

"My wife and I had a wonderful stay at the Inn, friendly staff, wine and coffee in the lobby and a lovely bottle of champagne in the room . Close to all activities in Santa Barbara, we'll return again some day."

Reviewed on 2021/11/29

Castillo Inn at the Beach

0.9 km from Stearns Wharf

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4.6/5 Wonderful! (1,270 reviews)

"Close to beach"

Reviewed on 2021/11/22

Beachside Inn

0.9 km from Stearns Wharf

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4.1/5 Very Good! (470 reviews)

"Great location. Nice room and friendly customer service"

Reviewed on 2021/11/29

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

1.1 km from Stearns Wharf

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4.6/5 Exceptional! (959 reviews)

"Nice and clean.Close to the downtown!"

Reviewed on 2021/11/28

Lavender Inn by the Sea

1 km from Stearns Wharf

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4.5/5 Wonderful! (941 reviews)

"Very nice stay here. It was clean and comfortable. Nice outside property with tables and chairs and umbrellas. Very convenient to beach, downtown, and restaurants. We appreciated the good quality personal items like soap and body lotion."

Reviewed on 2021/11/30

Harbor View Inn

0.4 km from Stearns Wharf

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4.5/5 Wonderful! (985 reviews)

"This is a beautiful hotel.I travel for pleasure often and was thrilled with this location . The room was awesome and the patio."

Reviewed on 2021/11/23

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

0.7 km from Stearns Wharf

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4.5/5 Wonderful! (988 reviews)

"Perfect location walking distance to plenty. Room was clean and we appreciated the mini-fridge and bathrobes in the room. The pool was heated with plenty of lounge chairs and the hot tub was wonderful. All of the staff we encountered were friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 2021/11/27

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

1 km from Stearns Wharf

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4.3/5 Excellent! (488 reviews)

"Me gustó que estaba limpio pero mi motivo era descansar y tener limpio mientras descansaba y trabajar, pregunté que limpiarán mi cuarto para que no tuviera que limpiar yo, y dijeron que cada 3 tías lo limpiaban. No me gustó. El desayuno bueno no perfecto, y por último hablo Inglés pero me gusta hablar ..."

Reviewed on 2021/12/3

Hotel Californian

0.4 km from Stearns Wharf

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4.6/5 Exceptional! (679 reviews)

"Excellent service, great location."

Reviewed on 2021/11/24

Mason Beach Inn

0.8 km from Stearns Wharf

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4.3/5 Excellent! (223 reviews)

"Pleasant property. Helpful staff."

Reviewed on 2021/12/1

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

2 km from Stearns Wharf

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4/5 Very Good! (206 reviews)

"My partner and I booked a beach front room and our view was amazing. Room was very clean and the staff was very friendly and helpful. However we ran I to a few issues. The toilet trigger to flush didn’t work very well and my partner had to repeatedly fix it himself. Also, the nightstand on his side ..."

Reviewed on 2021/11/24

Hotel Santa Barbara

1.3 km from Stearns Wharf

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4.3/5 Excellent! (975 reviews)

"The location was perfect for our stay since we have a friend who lives nearby. The hotel is clean and quiet. We will definitely be back the next time we go to Santa Barbara."

Reviewed on 2021/11/23

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

1.9 km from Stearns Wharf

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3.8/5 Good! (974 reviews)

"The Best Choice for most travelers - high end location with updated classic 60s decor . It beats the other high end rentals we used and costs far less. Great staff."

Reviewed on 2021/12/1

Ala Mar by the Sea

0.4 km from Stearns Wharf

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3/5 (638 reviews)

"Very friendly and helpful staff. Loved the coziness of the lobby."

Reviewed on 2021/11/10

La Playa Inn

0.9 km from Stearns Wharf

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4.8/5 Exceptional! (374 reviews)

"Nice place only stayed one night but was perfect for traveling up the coast."

Reviewed on 2021/11/28

Santa Barbara Inn

1.8 km from Stearns Wharf

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4.5/5 Wonderful! (979 reviews)

"Excellent location and amenities."

Reviewed on 2021/11/18

Marina Beach Motel

0.8 km from Stearns Wharf

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4.7/5 Exceptional! (310 reviews)

"I absolutely loved this motel. The customer service was excellent from check-in to check-out. The room itself was great and exceeded my expectations. Our room came with a comfortable king size bed and a cute kitchenette. The best surprise was availability of beach cruisers for guests. We took advantage ..."

Reviewed on 2021/12/2

Villa Rosa Inn

0.5 km from Stearns Wharf

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3.7/5 Good! (464 reviews)

"The staff was great and very friendly. The area was great within walking distance to everything. The beach was half a block from the hotel. It was great, I would recommend if your planning to go to Santa Barbara. Parking was good"

Reviewed on 2021/11/17

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