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Beachside Inn

3.0 star property
Waterfront hotel with outdoor pool, near Santa Barbara Harbor

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In the heart of Santa Barbara Beach, Beachside Inn offers a serene getaway with a breakfast buffet, playground for kids and an outdoor pool. Unwind on the sun-kissed terrace or get lost in a book from the library. With free WiFi, convenient parking and helpful staff previous guests have loved.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • 24-hour business center
  • Business center
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Library
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Playground on site
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
The current price is $169
$193 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 4 - Jun 5

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed (Harborside) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed (Harborside)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Harborside) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Harborside)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Parkside) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Parkside)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(45 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Signature Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Signature Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area | 50-inch TV with satellite channels

Suite, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed (with Living Room) | Living area | 50-inch TV with satellite channels

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed (with Living Room)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Poolside) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Poolside)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(61 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Harborside) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Harborside)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Parkside) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Parkside)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(78 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
336 W. Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • West Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Barbara City College - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Leadbetter Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 14 min drive
  • Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 44 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Station - 13 min walk
  • Goleta Station - 15 min drive
  • UC Santa Barbara Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Eli Luria Library - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Shoreline Beach Cafe - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn puts you just a 5-minute drive from Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara County Courthouse. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and buffet breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Also, Santa Barbara Zoo and Upper State Street are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the convenient parking and helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 69 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Fence around the pool

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Built in 1953
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • An outdoor pool
  • Heated pool

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 34
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 4 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 30
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Pool hoist on site

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 50-inch TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Alarm clock
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 18.0 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector on site.

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche

Also known as

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Best Western Beachside

Best Western Beachside Inn

Best Western Beachside Hotel Santa Barbara

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Beachside Inn Santa Barbara

Beachside Inn Hotel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

Does Beachside Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Beachside Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Beachside Inn?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Beachside Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Beachside Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Beachside Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at Beachside Inn and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, sailing, and windsurfing. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a picnic area.

What's the area around Beachside Inn like?

Beachside Inn is located near West Beach in Santa Barbara Beach, a short 1-minute walk from Santa Barbara Harbor and 7 minutes' walk from Santa Barbara City College. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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Reviews

Beachside Inn Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, fresh, and with excellent choices on the buffet menu. (209 reviews)
  • The hotel is perfectly located directly across the street from the beach with easy access to the beach and surrounding areas. (59 reviews)
  • The pool was clean, refreshing, and beautifully maintained, with some guests even describing it as the cleanest they've ever seen. (28 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The breakfast was really much better than many other places that provided a free breakfast. Fresh fruit, and lots of various different options for breakfast meal. Right across the street from the beach perfect location. The rooms were clean and showers are huge. It was just a very enjoyable stay!
Sheila, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The Beachside in was amazing!!! We will definitely stay here again when visiting Santa Barbara! Staff was amazing, amenities, and the room.
Kinsey, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Place is clean, spacious and good breakfast plus walking distance to the beach was a big plus!
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean room, great staff, and location is fantastic.
David, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great location, clean room
Karen, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

clean room; breakfast was nice; kind and helpful staff
Julien, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Delightful. Great location.
Maria, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location for a Santa Barbara get-away. Spacious quiet room, nice breakfast and super friendly staff. We will be back!
Cassandra, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Nice staff and attentive service. Good breakfast.
Deborah, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, friendly staff, one of the better breakfast places
Marrissa, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was very fresh and tasty. Staff was super friendly.
Bertha, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We really enjoyed our stay! Room was really nice, we could walk everywhere and the buffet breakfast was so delicious!!!
Suzanne, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Clean room, engaging staff, good breakfast
Martin, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, courteous staff, great location, great breakfst, free wine and cheese each afternoon
Mary, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The room was larger than we expected. Very clean room, staff was friendly, easy check in. Very walkable and convenient location.
Danae, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I have been to the Beachside Inn many times and will continue to do so. The staff is always helpful and knowledgeable about local activities. The location is hard to beat. The amenities are good. Rooms are clean. No complaints.
Robert, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, great breakfast choices and location is perfect across from the beach.
Erika, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect spot for beach access
Arnold, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Spotless & great customer service
Micheal, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean and big,location was great
Daniel, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean. Love the decor!
Amy, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Staff was friendly, location was good, breakfast was great, but the overall cleanliness of the room and property could be improved on.
Jessica, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Nice and clean
Michelle, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice spacious room very clean and balcony was a good edition. Delicious breakfast and nice working people who made our stay comfortable . Thank you all very much.
tanya, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great breakfast and service, good value
Jianmin, 1-night trip