The Best Hotels Closest to Leadbetter Beach in Santa Barbara - 2026 Updated Prices

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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 white cabinetry, a central island with stools, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

1. Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel

1.3 mi from Leadbetter Beach

David

£212

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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.

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

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

2. Marina Beach Hotel

West Beach, 0.7 mi from Leadbetter Beach

Amy

£195

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and sink. There are shelves above holding glasses, plates, and a framed picture.

A door with a glass panel reflecting a building and a number '1' on the wall.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and a sink.

3. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 1.7 mi from Leadbetter Beach

Maria

£159

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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.

4. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

1 mi from Leadbetter Beach

Jhoana

£213

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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, 1.6 mi from Leadbetter Beach

Patrice

£219

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

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

6. Casa Yano by The Beach

West Beach, 0.8 mi from Leadbetter Beach

Jacob

£288

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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.

7. Palihouse Santa Barbara

1.6 mi from Leadbetter Beach

Maria

£362

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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 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.

8. The Franciscan Hotel

West Beach, 0.7 mi from Leadbetter Beach

Bob

£142

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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.

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

9. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 1.2 mi from Leadbetter Beach

Karri

£199

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

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.

10. The Eagle Inn

West Beach, 0.8 mi from Leadbetter Beach

Julian

£248

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

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

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.

11. Castillo Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 0.6 mi from Leadbetter Beach

Eli James

£129

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

A building entrance with a set of stairs leading up to a door marked with the number 128.

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.

12. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

West Beach, 0.7 mi from Leadbetter Beach

Julia

£139

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern hotel with a pool, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

A spacious lobby with a dining area, seating arrangements, and large windows offering views of the outdoor area.

A modern outdoor seating area with a fire feature, a neon sign, and potted plants.

A spacious, modern lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area, and a reception desk.

13. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

Oak Park, 1.9 mi from Leadbetter Beach

Erica

£208

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern living room with a white desk, a computer, a sofa, and a fireplace.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, white walls, a sloped ceiling, a window with a view of trees, and bedside lamps.

A bright, sunlit room with large windows, white furniture, and a checkered floor.

A balcony with wicker furniture and a view of mountains and houses.

14. Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Santa Barbara Beach, 0.7 mi from Leadbetter Beach

Channah

£126

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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

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

A two-story building with a tiled roof, multiple windows, and a well-maintained garden with flowering plants and a tree.

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

15. The Milo

West Beach, 0.8 mi from Leadbetter Beach

Greg

£254

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and large windows.

A bedroom with a large window, a bed with white linens, a hanging lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern bar area with a wooden table and chairs, shelves with bottles and glasses, and a large window overlooking the street.

A bedroom with a large bed, a bench, and a view of the city through large windows.

16. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Lower State, 1.2 mi from Leadbetter Beach

Emeterio

£201

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A coastal hotel with a beach view, palm trees, and mountainous background.

17. Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

East Beach, 1.7 mi from Leadbetter Beach

John

£246

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A building with a tiled entrance, a sign reading "LA ROSA," and a garden with various plants and a palm tree.

A beach with palm trees, a pier, and a road with a pedestrian crossing.

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a pool, and decorative statues.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, wooden furniture, a television, and a staircase.

18. Villa Rosa Inn

West Beach, 0.9 mi from Leadbetter Beach

Elizabeth

£143

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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

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

A courtyard with a tiled floor, a glass table, and a planter with flowers.

19. Tide Pool Villas

West Beach, 1 mi from Leadbetter Beach

Kimi

£255

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A beach with palm trees, a pier, and a flag.

A dolphin statue in a garden with cacti and red flowers.

A well-lit entrance with a decorative archway, a purple door, and potted plants labeled 'VILLA' and 'ROSA'.

A seaside patio with tables and chairs, palm trees, and a view of the beach and ocean.

20. Ala Mar by the Sea

West Beach, 0.9 mi from Leadbetter Beach

cinthya

£121

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Leadbetter Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel	10.0 Exceptional 7 reviews	View
Marina Beach Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,185 reviews	View
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 310 reviews	View
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 218 reviews	View
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 323 reviews	View

Top Leadbetter Beach Hotel Reviews

The Milo

10/10 Excellent

"Love the hotel its space was very clean. The staff are wonderful here. The staff makes this place great. So accommodating. HR was on the ball on whoever hired their staff here. ♥️"

Marina Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"easy parking, very nice place"

Hotel Californian

8/10 Good

"Very nice but came at a high price. Parking was a bit annoying dealing with a parking garage that charged regardless of staying at the hotel, we had our room forgotten to be cleaned one day but they made it right after letting them know. Good central location but less peaceful than other options at this price."

The Franciscan Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We always enjoy our stay, the staff is friendly and accommodating"

Castillo Inn at the Beach

8/10 Good

"The room was clean and quiet. Was a little disappointed with the balcony. I thought it would at least point toward the ocean."

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

10/10 Excellent

"The pool was freezing cold, other than that excellent"

Beachside Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Nice inn in santa barbara. It was close to beach, harbor and restaurants . Very clean and staff very helpful. Breakfast the usual fare and liked the afternoon wine and cheese"

Mason Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent

"This was my fav spot in the Santa Barbara area"

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This was my fourth time staying at this hotel, and I continue to enjoy coming back. The location is one of the best things about it. It is conveniently located near the harbor, and if you enjoy walking, you can take beautiful walks along the water. There are also plenty of restaurants within walking distance, so you really do not need to drive once you are there. The staff are always extremely friendly and helpful. I also really enjoyed the complimentary happy hour every evening from 5:30 to 6:30 PM. It is such a nice touch and a great way to relax at the end of the day. Overall, this is a great hotel in Santa Barbara with a wonderful location and welcoming staff. After four stays, I would definitely come back again."

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A coastal beach with clear blue waters, sandy shore, and distant mountains.

Shoreline Park

9.0/10 (43 reviews)

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A two-story building with a beige facade, large windows, and a balcony.

Santa Barbara City College

8.8/10 (522 reviews)

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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 beach with mountains in the background.

West Beach

9.6/10 (10 reviews)

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

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Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

9.0/10 (6 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center and enjoy the cycling trails in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

9.6/10 (9 reviews)

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Santa Barbara Carriage Museum

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Carriage and Western Art Museum

8.4/10 (5 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Leadbetter Beach?

Leadbetter Beach is located in Santa Barbara. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 258 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Leadbetter Beach?

Beachside Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Leadbetter Beach. Other good choices within a short distance include Avania Inn of Santa Barbara and Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Leadbetter Beach?

Expedia has 258 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Leadbetter Beach.

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

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Leadbetter Beach.

What can I see and do near Leadbetter Beach?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Presidio Santa Barbara, MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation or Reagan Ranch Center. Mission Santa Barbara, Hill-Carrillo Adobe and Casa Del Herrero 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 theatre.

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Our top choices for Leadbetter Beach 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. Casa Yano by The Beach

7. Palihouse Santa Barbara

8. The Franciscan Hotel

9. Hotel Santa Barbara

10. The Eagle Inn

11. Castillo Inn at the Beach

12. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

13. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

14. Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

15. The Milo

16. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

17. Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

18. Villa Rosa Inn

19. Tide Pool Villas

20. Ala Mar by the Sea

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Top Leadbetter Beach Hotel Reviews

The Milo

Marina Beach Hotel

Hotel Californian

The Franciscan Hotel

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Beachside Inn

Mason Beach Inn

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

Other attractions near Leadbetter Beach

Shoreline Park

Santa Barbara City College

Santa Barbara Harbor

West Beach

Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

Santa Barbara Carriage Museum

Carriage and Western Art Museum

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