THE 10 CLOSEST Hotels to Santa Barbara Zoo
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THE 10 CLOSEST Hotels to Santa Barbara Zoo

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1. Santa Barbara Inn

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665 reviews
901 East Cabrillo Blvd., Santa Barbara, CA 93103
0.3 miles from Santa Barbara Zoo
#1 Best Value of 196 Hotels near Santa Barbara Zoo
"The hotel's location is ideal in that it is convenient to so many places we enjoyed visiting, be it the many attractions on State Street, numerous good restaurants, the Santa Barbara Zoo, inviting walking paths, a..."
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March 2024
56ºF
5 days of rain
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No bank holidays
April 2024
58ºF
2 days of rain
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May 2024
61ºF
1 day of rain
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May 27
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June 2024
64ºF
0 days of rain
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Jun 19
Juneteenth (US)
July 2024
67ºF
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Jun 04
Independence Day (US)
August 2024
67ºF
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Moderately busy
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September 2024
66ºF
1 day of rain
Less busy
Sep 04
Labor Day (US)
October 2024
63ºF
2 days of rain
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Oct 14
Indigenous Peoples' Day (US)
November 2024
57ºF
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Nov 28
Thanksgiving (US)
December 2024
52ºF
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52ºF
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February 2025
54ºF
6 days of rain
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Moderately busy
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4. Mar Monte - Unbound Collection By Hyatt

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765 reviews
1111 East Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, CA 93103-3701
0.1 miles from Santa Barbara Zoo
#4 Best Value of 196 Hotels near Santa Barbara Zoo
"With Santa Barbara Zoo located right behind the property, it was perfect with the kids."
Breakfast included

6. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

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Motel
818 reviews
306 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA 93101-3855
1.6 miles from Santa Barbara Zoo
#6 Best Value of 196 Hotels near Santa Barbara Zoo
"Also close by are the Santa Barbara Zoo, the Sea Center and the downtown State Street walking district."

11. Hotel Santa Barbara

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471 reviews
533 State St corner of State and Cota Streets, Santa Barbara, CA 93101-1601
1.6 miles from Santa Barbara Zoo
#11 Best Value of 196 Hotels near Santa Barbara Zoo
"Location and staff were excellent. However the room could have been different - the closet was mostly filled with the refrigerator and honor bar, leaving little room for clothes. We were happy to see the..."

12. Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

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Resort
4,396 reviews
633 East Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
0.5 miles from Santa Barbara Zoo
#12 Best Value of 196 Hotels near Santa Barbara Zoo
"The Santa Barbara Zoo and the Santa Barbara Mission were great side trips as was the Land Shark."
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15. The Waterman

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Motel
489 reviews
12 E Montecito Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101-2323
1.4 miles from Santa Barbara Zoo
#15 Best Value of 196 Hotels near Santa Barbara Zoo
"Had such an amazing time at the Waterman in Santa Barbara. They are in the process of converting into a Moxy Hotel and the small touches all ready look and feel amazing. The front desk was extremely welcoming at..."
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17. Mason Beach Inn

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Boutique Hotel
646 reviews
324 W Mason St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101-3822
1.7 miles from Santa Barbara Zoo
#17 Best Value of 196 Hotels near Santa Barbara Zoo
"We stayed there just for a night. The bedroom is spacious and also the bathroom. The hotel offers coffee, tea and some cookies 24/7 in the reception. The parking is free. It doesn't offer breakfast. It was a great..."

19. Pacific Crest Hotel

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508 reviews
433 Corona Del Mar Drive, Santa Barbara, CA 93103-3601
0.2 miles from Santa Barbara Zoo
#19 Best Value of 196 Hotels near Santa Barbara Zoo
"You should know: 1. This is NOT a luxury hotel. It is a very pleasant, peaceful boutique hotel that has been lovingly cared for. 2. This is owned/managed by humans and not a corporation. It is NOT a party venue..."

23. Motel 6 Santa Barbara - Beach

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Motel
445 reviews
443 Corona Del Mar US 101/El Camino South at Milpas Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103-3601
0.2 miles from Santa Barbara Zoo
#23 Best Value of 196 Hotels near Santa Barbara Zoo
"A great place to visit. I chose this motel for 3 nights in our California trip because it was a very short walk from the sea and had a small outdoor swimming pool (enclosed by glass walls. Pretty basic but..."

25. Palmoro House

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Motel
133 reviews
424 Por La Mar Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93103-3707
0.2 miles from Santa Barbara Zoo
#25 Best Value of 196 Hotels near Santa Barbara Zoo
"I booked here in last minute for a business trip as my favorite location was not available. The location is ok but.... I arrived to the location and was not aware of that the checkin was at the main lobby around the..."

26. Cabrillo Inn at the Beach

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428 reviews
931 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA 93103-3642
0.2 miles from Santa Barbara Zoo
#26 Best Value of 196 Hotels near Santa Barbara Zoo
"It was like going back in time. The hotel is very dated: no A/C, or Heat; bathroom small with old fixtures, and no extra look on the doors. On the positive side, a wonderful location with the beach directly across..."

27. Haley Hotel

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42 reviews
26 E Haley St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101-2316
1.5 miles from Santa Barbara Zoo
#27 Best Value of 196 Hotels near Santa Barbara Zoo
"I know the owners of this lovely hotel and feel blessed I was able to stay there with my teen daughter last November. We were having a terrible year and this nautical retreat was JUST what we both needed! The..."

28. La Playa Inn

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60 reviews
116 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101-3810
1.7 miles from Santa Barbara Zoo
#28 Best Value of 196 Hotels near Santa Barbara Zoo
"Such a cute little inn, really nice for couples or small families. Loved the overall aesthetic of the hotel. It's better for shorter trips, though, because of how small it is. I liked how they offered breakfast..."

30. Ala Mar Motel

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Motel
233 reviews
102 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA 93101-3505
1.4 miles from Santa Barbara Zoo
#30 Best Value of 196 Hotels near Santa Barbara Zoo
"Location is fabulous, close to the ocean, train station and downtown. Hotel is definitely rundown. Our room reaked of cleaning product for quite a bit of airing out. Just changing that would have vastly..."
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Hotels Near Santa Barbara Zoo, Santa Barbara

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Frequently Asked Questions about hotels near Santa Barbara Zoo
Popular hotels near Santa Barbara Zoo in Santa Barbara that have a pool include:
Santa Barbara Inn - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Pacific Crest Hotel - Traveler rating: 5/5
Blue Sands Inn - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Some of the best hotels near Santa Barbara Zoo in Santa Barbara are:
Santa Barbara Inn - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Pacific Crest Hotel - Traveler rating: 5/5
Blue Sands Inn - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
A gym is available to guests at the following hotels near Santa Barbara Zoo in Santa Barbara:
Santa Barbara Inn - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Mar Monte - Unbound Collection By Hyatt - Traveler rating: 4/5
Palmoro House - Traveler rating: 3/5
A private balcony can be enjoyed by guests at the following hotels near Santa Barbara Zoo in Santa Barbara:
Santa Barbara Inn - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Mar Monte - Unbound Collection By Hyatt - Traveler rating: 4/5
Palmoro House - Traveler rating: 3/5
These hotels near Santa Barbara Zoo in Santa Barbara have great views and are well-liked by travelers:
Santa Barbara Inn - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Mar Monte - Unbound Collection By Hyatt - Traveler rating: 4/5
Cabrillo Inn at the Beach - Traveler rating: 3.5/5
These hotels near Santa Barbara Zoo in Santa Barbara have been described as romantic by other travelers:
Harbor House Inn - Traveler rating: 5/5
Santa Barbara Inn - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Palihouse Santa Barbara - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Families traveling in Santa Barbara enjoyed their stay at the following hotels near Santa Barbara Zoo:
Blue Sands Inn - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Inn At East Beach - Traveler rating: 4/5
Mar Monte - Unbound Collection By Hyatt - Traveler rating: 4/5
These hotels near Santa Barbara Zoo in Santa Barbara generally allow pets:
Blue Sands Inn - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Mar Monte - Unbound Collection By Hyatt - Traveler rating: 4/5
Motel 6 Santa Barbara - Beach - Traveler rating: 3.5/5
It is always best to call ahead and confirm specific pet policies before your stay.
Free breakfast can be enjoyed at the following hotels near Santa Barbara Zoo in Santa Barbara:
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara - Traveler rating: 5/5
Marina Beach Motel - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
These hotels near Santa Barbara Zoo in Santa Barbara have free parking:
Pacific Crest Hotel - Traveler rating: 5/5
Blue Sands Inn - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Cabrillo Inn at the Beach - Traveler rating: 3.5/5
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