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Our top choices for Sands Beach hotels

Terrace/patio

1. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
3.0 star property
Old Town, 1.6 mi from Sands Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"The rooftop bar is great! Conveniently located hotel. Will definitely stay here again!"
United States
Stephanie
The price is £172
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a central fire pit, and potted plants.

2. Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
3.0 star property
Ellwood, 1.2 mi from Sands Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (945 reviews)
"We had to leave on a very early flight, so we were happy to have a good, clean bed and nice place at the desk."
United States
Sarajean
The price is £210
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
A bar area with a counter, bar stools, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

3. The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Fairview, 4 mi from Sands Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,110 reviews)
"Clean comfortable stay"
United States
Abel
The price is £164
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Two Adirondack chairs facing a small table on a balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

4. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
12 mi from Sands Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,521 reviews)
"Good parking options, simple room which was all we needed!"
Australia
Jess
The price is £101
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
A coastal road with palm trees, a beach, and a parking lot with vehicles.

5. Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
10.7 mi from Sands Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Cozy and cool property just a block away from the harbor. Great location to"
United States
James
The price is £126
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Harbor House Inn
A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".

6. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
10.6 mi from Sands Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Amazing stay and great location!"
United States
Nick
The price is £155
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
La Playa Inn
A spacious living room with a round wooden coffee table, two blue armchairs, and a patterned armchair.

7. Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
2.0 star property
8.3 mi from Sands Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,810 reviews)
"Loved it here!"
United States
Monique
The price is £86
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Sandpiper Lodge
A building with a distinctive wavy facade, a decorative archway, and vibrant pink flowers in the foreground.

8. Oasis Inn & Suites

Oasis Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
8.5 mi from Sands Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"The hotel is in very good condition; I recommend it 100%."
United States
Manuel
The price is £86
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Oasis Inn & Suites
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.

9. Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
11.9 mi from Sands Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"The staff was super attentive and kind. The pool and spa were very nice and the room, view and location were all superb."
United States
Andrew
The price is £237
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Santa Barbara Inn
A balcony with a wooden railing overlooking a street with palm trees and parked cars.

10. Solei House

Solei House
3.0 star property
8.4 mi from Sands Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (160 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay.."
United States
Huguette
The price is £97
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Solei House
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the marina through a glass door.

11. Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
10.7 mi from Sands Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,322 reviews)
"Would stay again"
United States
Jose
The price is £123
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Beachside Inn
A bright kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a view through glass doors to an outdoor patio.

12. Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
10.5 mi from Sands Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,359 reviews)
"Very cute hotel. Loved that it had a lot of options for activities for my kids. Staff was very helpful and friendly."
United States
Summer
The price is £150
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Lavender Inn by the Sea
A building entrance with a sign reading '1915 CASA IGLESIA,' an arched doorway, and large potted plants.

13. Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel
4.5 star property
9.6 mi from Sands Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (87 reviews)
"We loved our stay at Casa Iglesia! We had our wedding at the Santa Barbara courthouse nearby, it was the perfect distance just a short drive down the street and perfect aesthetic for pictures. Overall, a lovely place would highly recommend."
United States
Jillian
The price is £161
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel
A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."

14. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
10.7 mi from Sands Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,125 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay here with friendly staff ;) loved it"
United States
Sarah
The price is £165
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
An outdoor patio area with stone flooring, wooden chairs, and tables. There are palm trees and a decorative stone wall with a statue.

15. The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
10.7 mi from Sands Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,331 reviews)
"A nice place to stay"
United States
Dennis
The price is £118
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
The Franciscan Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand.

16. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
10.6 mi from Sands Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,444 reviews)
"Excellent location, clean and comfortable room."
United States
Anne
The price is £104
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
An outdoor patio area with stone walls, a fire pit, and seating arrangements.

17. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
7.2 mi from Sands Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,208 reviews)
"Good breakfast, nice place and not far from stuff"
United States
keivn
The price is £148
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
A multi-story hotel with a courtyard surrounded by palm trees and greenery, featuring a well-lit entrance and multiple balconies.

18. Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn
3.5 star property
9.1 mi from Sands Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,491 reviews)
"Good location and easy parking."
United States
David
The price is £102
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Lemon Tree Inn
A two-story building with a balcony, palm trees, and a sign that reads "Castillo Inn."

19. Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
10.6 mi from Sands Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"A great location, very clean and easily accessible, free parking is a plus"
United States
petr
The price is £118
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Castillo Inn at the Beach
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through a glass door to the outdoors.

20. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
4.5 star property
10.6 mi from Sands Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (360 reviews)
"Great place to stay in Santa Barbara!"
United States
Melissa
The price is £179
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to Sands Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Terrace/patio
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
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An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a central fire pit, and potted plants.
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
945 reviews
View
A bar area with a counter, bar stools, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,110 reviews
View
Two Adirondack chairs facing a small table on a balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,521 reviews
View
A coastal road with palm trees, a beach, and a parking lot with vehicles.
Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
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Other attractions near Sands Beach

University of California, Santa Barbara

9.0/10 (1,433 reviews)
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of California, Santa Barbara during your travels in Goleta. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the cycling trails.
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Top Sands Beach Hotel Reviews

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a central fire pit, and potted plants.
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
Ellwood

10/10 Excellent

Great place.
United Kingdom
Marta
Reviewed August 2, 2023
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Sands Beach?

Sands Beach is located in Goleta. This family-friendly area is known for its array of dining options and sporting events. You'll find 70 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Sands Beach?

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Sands Beach. Other good choices within 5 miles include Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta and The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Sands Beach?

Expedia has 70 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Sands Beach.

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

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation'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 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Sands Beach.

What can I see and do near Sands Beach?

Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Goleta Butterfly Grove, Goleta Point or Santa Barbara Orchid Estate. Isla Vista Beach, Goleta Beach and Campus Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay. Devereaux Slough, Ucsb Labyrinth and Ellings Performing Arts Center are some favourites close by Sands Beach.