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Our top choices for Carpinteria beach hotels

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a refrigerator.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by a building with balconies and red awnings.

A bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and shower curtain.

A compact microwave on a small black stand, a white door, and a wall-mounted microwave.

1. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Carpinteria

£69

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A compact room with a round table, two wooden chairs, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, and a coat rack.

A bathroom with a white toilet, a shower with a beige curtain, and a towel rack.

A multi-story motel with a sign indicating it's a VAGABOND INN, surrounded by palm trees and mountains in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a dining table, and a chair.

2. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Carpinteria

£60

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A courtyard with a fountain, palm trees, and a building with balconies.

A modern kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry, and a wooden ceiling.

A dining area with glass tables and chairs, large windows, and a zebra-patterned carpet.

A spacious lobby with a curved staircase, a stone wall, and a seating area with patterned chairs and a round table.

3. Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Carpinteria

Soak up the sun just steps away from Carpinteria State Beach, where pristine shores and outdoor relaxation await at this coastal retreat.

£125

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A modern bathroom with a shower, grab bars, a towel rack, and a vanity with a mirror.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a picture on the wall.

A coffee station with multiple coffee dispensers, a hot water station, and various coffee products.

4. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Carpinteria

Beach paradise within walking distance of Carpinteria State Beach, with outdoor pool and hot tub for ultimate relaxation.

£173

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A coastal scene with a pier extending into the water, a building with a neon sign, and a rocky shoreline with palm trees.

A view from a balcony with a railing, overlooking a patio area with outdoor furniture and a pool.

Beach/ocean view

A beach view with a pool, palm trees, and a pier in the distance.

5. Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Mussel Shoals

Escape to a private beach paradise where rolling waves meet sandy shores and beachfront dining awaits your arrival.

£136

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A coastal view with calm sea, distant ships, and a person paddling.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by vibrant flowers and greenery.

A row of buildings with arched windows and a row of potted plants in front.

A corridor with a pergola structure, stone walls, and a view of a building with a balcony.

6. Casa Del Sol

Carpinteria

£93

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A rocky beach with people walking, palm trees, and a clear sky.

A coastal village inn with a paved driveway leading to the entrance, surrounded by greenery and a clear sky.

A hotel with a swimming pool, parking area, and outdoor seating.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a lamp.

7. Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara

Unwind by the shoreline with complimentary bikes to explore Butterfly Beach, just a 7-minute walk from this coastal retreat.

£132

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A balcony with wicker furniture overlooking a road with cars and palm trees.

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

8. Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Beach

£229

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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Choose what matters most at beach hotels in Carpinteria

Pool

Breakfast included

4 stars

5 stars

All-inclusive

Beach hotels with pools in Carpinteria

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a refrigerator.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by a building with balconies and red awnings.

An aerial view of a hotel with a rooftop pool, parking lot, and surrounding greenery.

A laundry facility with stacked washing machines and dryers, control panels, and a view of the outside through a window.

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Carpinteria

£69

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A courtyard with a fountain, palm trees, and a building with balconies.

A modern kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry, and a wooden ceiling.

A dining area with glass tables and chairs, large windows, and a zebra-patterned carpet.

A spacious lobby with a curved staircase, a stone wall, and a seating area with patterned chairs and a round table.

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Carpinteria

£125

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel with a central courtyard, multiple balconies, and a red roof.

A row of vending machines with various beverages and snacks, including Coca-Cola and Gatorade, in a commercial setting.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, white countertops, and a built-in TV.

A compact room with a round table, two wooden chairs, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, and a coat rack.

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Carpinteria

£60

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A coffee station with multiple coffee dispensers, a hot water station, and various coffee products.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a picture on the wall.

A pathway flanked by lush greenery and trees, leading to a building with a modern design.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Carpinteria

£173

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, overlooking the ocean.

A view from a balcony with a railing, overlooking a wooden deck and a body of water.

Beach/ocean view

A coastal scene with a pier extending into the water, a building with a neon sign, and a rocky shoreline with palm trees.

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Mussel Shoals

£136

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

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

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

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

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Beach

£229

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

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

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.

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Santa Barbara Beach

£103

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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 marina with numerous boats docked, calm water, and clear skies.

Marina Beach Hotel

Santa Barbara Beach

£143

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A modern living room with two grey sofas, a small woven stool, and a large wall clock.

A spacious lobby with large windows, comfortable seating, a reception desk, and a bookshelf.

A balcony with two chairs and a small table, overlooking a marina with boats and palm trees.

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table with a lamp, and a large window offering a view of the beach and palm trees.

Beachside Inn

Santa Barbara Beach

£144

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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

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

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.

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Beach

£117

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Beach hotels with free breakfast in Carpinteria

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A coffee station with multiple coffee dispensers, a hot water station, and various coffee products.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a picture on the wall.

A pathway flanked by lush greenery and trees, leading to a building with a modern design.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Carpinteria

£173

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, overlooking the ocean.

A view from a balcony with a railing, overlooking a wooden deck and a body of water.

Beach/ocean view

A coastal scene with a pier extending into the water, a building with a neon sign, and a rocky shoreline with palm trees.

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Mussel Shoals

£136

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A corridor with a pergola structure, stone walls, and a view of a building with a balcony.

A row of buildings with arched windows and a row of potted plants in front.

A garden area with lounge chairs, a bird bath, and various plants.

A bedroom with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, a mirror, and a potted plant.

Casa Del Sol

Carpinteria

£93

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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 marina with numerous boats docked, calm water, and clear skies.

Marina Beach Hotel

Santa Barbara Beach

£143

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A modern living room with two grey sofas, a small woven stool, and a large wall clock.

A spacious lobby with large windows, comfortable seating, a reception desk, and a bookshelf.

A balcony with two chairs and a small table, overlooking a marina with boats and palm trees.

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table with a lamp, and a large window offering a view of the beach and palm trees.

Beachside Inn

Santa Barbara Beach

£144

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and white buildings with arches.

A modern bar area with a high bar counter, multiple stools, and a large wine rack.

The exterior of Hotel Virginia with a prominent entrance, a flag, and a well-lit facade.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a bar area in the background.

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Downtown Santa Barbara

£176

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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

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

A dining room with a fireplace, a chandelier, and a kitchen area with cabinets and a microwave.

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.

La Playa Inn

Santa Barbara Beach

£171

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A reception area with a counter, potted plants, a coffee station, and a view through large glass doors.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a coffee station, and a view of greenery outside.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of the street and palm trees outside.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a television on a dresser.

The Inn at East Beach

Santa Barbara Beach

£125

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 spacious living area with a fireplace, white cabinetry, wicker furniture, and a large window.

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Santa Barbara Beach

£180

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A courtyard with a curved seating area, a fire pit, and a bicycle.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a window with a view of a balcony.

A dining area with a round table, chairs, a fireplace, and a staircase.

A hotel with a Mediterranean architectural style, featuring a balcony with potted plants, a well-lit entrance, and a sign indicating it is a Casa Del Mar Inn.

Casa Del Mar Inn

Santa Barbara Beach

£129

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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4-star beach hotels in Carpinteria

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

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

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

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Beach

£229

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and white buildings with arches.

A modern bar area with a high bar counter, multiple stools, and a large wine rack.

The exterior of Hotel Virginia with a prominent entrance, a flag, and a well-lit facade.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a bar area in the background.

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Downtown Santa Barbara

£176

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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 modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

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.

Hotel Santa Barbara

Downtown Santa Barbara

£213

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A patio with a sofa and a small table, surrounded by potted plants and a wooden deck.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, large windows, and a comfortable seating area.

A spacious living area with a fireplace, a sofa, and a coffee table. There is a staircase leading to an upper level.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a TV, and a bookshelf.

Montecito Inn

Santa Barbara

£208

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A patio with striped sofas and a table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and flowers.

A hotel room with a large window, two chairs, a small table, and a lamp.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of the beach and sailboats.

A living room with a round coffee table, two sofas, and a large window with a view of palm trees and a beach.

The Milo

Santa Barbara Beach

£230

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, overlooking a runway and palm trees.

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and a view of the ocean.

A spacious lobby with modern seating, a high ceiling, and a large arched window.

A tennis court complex with multiple courts, surrounded by palm trees and a beach view.

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Santa Barbara Beach

£231

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel entrance with a large glass ceiling, multiple chandeliers, and palm trees.

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

A long dining table with chairs, chandeliers, and large windows.

A coastal hotel with a beach view, multiple buildings, and a prominent tower.

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Santa Barbara Beach

£249

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A beachside street lined with palm trees and a stop sign.

A wooden table with a decorative ceramic pot containing orchids, a glass vase, and a glass fan.

A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, a glass coffee table, a sofa, a leather armchair, and a chessboard.

A staircase with ornate, colorful tiles leading to a building entrance.

Tide Pool Villas

Santa Barbara Beach

£245

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

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Top Carpinteria Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

10/10 Excellent

"I was so impressed with the cleanliness, availability of the staff and the property. I stayed 7 nights and would stay there again. Thank you to everyone."

Frequently asked questions

What is Carpinteria like for travellers who love the beach?

Known for its beaches and sunsets, Carpinteria offers a lot for the traveller booking a beach holiday.

When's the best time for a beach holiday in Carpinteria?

You can plan your beach trip with this snapshot of the seasons in Carpinteria: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 12°C. Average annual precipitation for Carpinteria is 385 mm.

What is there to see and do around Carpinteria?

After arriving and settling in at your hotel, you might want to venture out and explore everything Carpinteria has to offer. If you can't wait to check out the beaches, head to La Conchita Beach or Miramar Beach for a relaxing day by the water. Discover the area's sunsets and shopping, and make time for local attractions such as Carpinteria State Beach and Rincon Beach Park. For even more to see and do, pay a visit to Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club or Los Padres National Forest.

What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Carpinteria?

Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Carpinteria with ease. To get to Carpinteria, book a flight to Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal), the closest major airport, which is located 18.2 mi (29.3 km) from the city centre. If you want to venture outside the area, hop aboard a train at Carpinteria Station.

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