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Beachside Inn

3.0 star property
Travelers spend sunny days relaxing by the pool or exploring Santa Barbara Harbor before returning to unwind on the beachside patio

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Located in the heart of Santa Barbara Beach, Beachside Inn offers a peaceful retreat with an outdoor pool and breakfast buffet. Kids enjoy the playground while adults relax on the terrace or browse the library. Free WiFi, convenient parking, and praised staff.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Laundry

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

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Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Harborside)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

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

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Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Parkside)

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

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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
(34 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area | TV

Suite, 1 King Bed

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

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

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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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
(57 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Harborside)

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

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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
(76 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located on the waterfront, Beachside Inn is in Santa Barbara Beach, a walkable area in Santa Barbara with good shopping. Presidio Santa Barbara and Casa de la Guerra are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center and Andree Clark Bird Refuge. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Santa Barbara Bowl or Municipal Tennis Center. Looking to get your feet wet? Windsurfing and sailing adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Santa Barbara travel guide
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336 W. Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Harbor
    Santa Barbara Harbor
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • SantaBarbara_SantaBarbaraCityCollege_6177286_03
    Santa Barbara City College
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • blue sky over Santa Barbara coastline
    West Beach
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • a gorgeous summer landscape at the beach with vast blue ocean water and silky brown sand surrounded by lush green trees, plants and homes with blue sky and clouds at Leadbetter Beach in Santa Barbara
    Leadbetter Beach
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Stearns Wharf
    Stearns Wharf
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station
    13 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
    14 min drive

Restaurants

  • Eli Luria Library
    14 min walk
  • John Dunn Gourmet Dining Room
    9 min walk
  • SB Biergarten
    10 min walk
  • Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant
    8 min walk
  • Shoreline Beach Cafe
    11 min walk

About this property

Beachside Inn

Hotel located in Santa Barbara Beach
A free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at Beachside Inn. In addition to a library and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, express check-out, and luggage storage
  • A front-desk safe, a TV in the lobby, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, convenient parking, and helpful staff
Room features
All 69 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and ceiling fans

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (34 inch wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1953
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 18.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 18.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
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

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Beachside Inn
Best Western Beachside
Best Western Beachside Inn
Best Western Beachside Hotel Santa Barbara
Best Western Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Best Western
Beachside Inn Hotel
Best Western Beachside Inn
Beachside Inn Santa Barbara
Beachside Inn Hotel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

Does Beachside Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Is Beachside Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Beachside Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Beachside Inn?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Beachside Inn located?

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, this hotel is steps from Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach. Carriage and Western Art Museum and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum are also within 10 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 13 minutes by foot.

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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
Rating 10 - Excellent. 763 out of 1171 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 242 out of 1171 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 1171 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1171 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1171 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location and very comfortable room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great hotel was quiet right near the beach
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Puneet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to the beach and pier, decent breakfast, free EV charging included. Had a great weekend trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Xia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is a bit old, but it’s cozy and very clean. The staff are welcoming, and the breakfast is excellent. There’s ample parking available, and the location is a real advantage for this place.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent including the staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, great staff, and location is fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place is clean, spacious and good breakfast plus walking distance to the beach was a big plus!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for a Santa Barbara get-away. Spacious quiet room, nice breakfast and super friendly staff. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great and very helpful. Room was clean but smaller than expected. Location is great: just across street from marina and beach access
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bertha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very fresh and tasty. Staff was super friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Micheal

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Spotless & great customer service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jessika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and a very clean room. I was able to leave my luggage with the hotel since i arrived too early to check in . 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marrissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, one of the better breakfast places
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Love the decor!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, engaging staff, good breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We really enjoyed our stay! Room was really nice, we could walk everywhere and the buffet breakfast was so delicious!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arnold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect spot for beach access
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The breakfast menu was fantastic. The burrito vending machine did not dispense & I still got charged $4. The room was fine although we wondered if the room we were put into was the one originally booked.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great breakfast choices and location is perfect across from the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very courteous. The room was clean. The breakfast wasgood.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and big,location was great
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff cleanliness location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Facility was clean. Parking was ok. There was contruction going on and many of handicapped pkgs were nit available. Tv n phone were not working but got fixed. Staff was on. Hotel was close to beach warf
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean, great staff, cozy room, breakfast is a very nice treat and actual food! Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jianmin

Liked: Cleanliness
Great breakfast and service, good value
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025