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Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

4.0 star property
Salt air and outdoor pool, near Cabrillo Pavillion

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Relax in a spacious room with a comfortable seating area, large window, and beautiful view.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, cozy fireplace, and comfortable seating area.
Relax in a comfortable living space with a sofa, chair, and ottoman, perfect for unwinding.
Surrounded by lush tropical vegetation, the Blue Sands Inn features a two-story building with a red-tiled roof.
Relax by the pool and enjoy the patio with a table and chairs.

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Pool View (Ground Floor)

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Pool View (Ground Floor) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Pool View (Ground Floor)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View (Upstairs)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View (Upstairs) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View (Upstairs)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Separate bedroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Pool View (Upstairs)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Pool View (Upstairs) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Pool View (Upstairs)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View (Upstairs)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View (Upstairs) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View (Upstairs)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Separate bedroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Ground Floor (Patio & Fireplace)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Ground Floor (Patio & Fireplace) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Ground Floor (Patio & Fireplace)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Upstairs)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Upstairs) | Beach/ocean view

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Upstairs)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Separate bedroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Fireplace, Ocean View (Upstairs)

Deluxe Room, Fireplace, Ocean View (Upstairs) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, Fireplace, Ocean View (Upstairs)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
  • 23 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Separate bedroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, Pool View (Upstairs)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, Pool View (Upstairs)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
421 South Milpas Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103

What's nearby

  • Cabrillo Pavillion - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 8 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 8 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Shellfish Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪East Beach Tacos - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Moby Dick Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fishouse - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Upscale motel near Cabrillo Pavillion
Located close to Santa Barbara Zoo and Chase Palm Park, Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel provides a terrace. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this motel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, an area shuttle, and concierge services
  • Smoke-free premises, tour/ticket assistance, and a water dispenser
  • Guest reviews say great things about the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 0.01 mi
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In a regional park
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1953
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Blue Sands Inn Santa Barbara
Blue Sands Motel
Blue Sands Motel Santa Barbara
Blue Sands Santa Barbara
Blue Sands Hotel Santa Barbara
Blue Sands Inn
Blue Sands Inn A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Blue Sands Inn A Kirkwood Collection Property
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Motel
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Santa Barbara
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Motel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

Does Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 30 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel located?

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, this beach motel is within a 5-minute walk of Chase Palm Park and Cabrillo Pavillion. Santa Barbara Zoo and Andree Clark Bird Refuge are also within 15 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 27 minutes by foot.

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Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 515 out of 887 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 219 out of 887 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 887 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 887 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 887 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place. Will definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place and would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Renita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and property. Recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Tony

Good location for our trip
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
great pool, killer location right at beach with easy access to downtown
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a sweet lil hotel with a lot of class.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel. Super clean and updated with stylish decor. Only comment would be to add more countertop space.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to the beach! Very quiet and rooms were very clean with cute, beachy decor.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Perla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was very nice and clean. The room was comfortable, and I highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Blue sands inn was a good hotel with reasonable prices. Staff is very nice and everything is super close.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raluca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was spacious with kitchenette amenities including fridge, stove and microwave. Brendan was very helpful and made us feel very welcome with suggestions to visit Blue Door and Caje. Close to the beach.
Bench decoration
On the way to the wharf
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super helpful and fantastic with me and my pup. We stayed three nights and enjoyed every minute of it as the hotel is literally right across to the beach. I will be staying here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We one
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So happy to have had a good safe experience traveling solo.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Baotran

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. 2 mins walk to beach at reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot. It’s a hidden gem, a block from Eastbeach. Veronica greeted us with freshly baked cookies and a glass of local vintage in a plastic glass to enjoy at the heated pool. Yes, this is a simple motel but is well kept-up and has the special touches to make me feel safe and comfortable traveling with the family. PLUS one free on-site parking spot per reservation where the large hotel next door carries a $25-48/night parking fee. Looking forward to my next visit!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to the ocean and wharf
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Hind Mirza

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The soap dispensers were dirty. For a small room, it was overpriced at over $500 a night
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful small hotel right near the beach. The staff was very responsive; texting to confirm check in time.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

karima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was very close to the beach and the property area was very clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrea

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Close to the ocean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Alexis

We had an okay stay. The hotel attendants were very nice and helpful but we more so had issues with the room itself. Our window was broken in the bathroom, the toilet wasn’t functioning properly, the smart tv function on the tv didn’t work and we found it odd that the door doesn’t deadbolt.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location steps away from walking along the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, super clean, comfortable bed and William at the front desk was fenomenal, not only with the checking but his recommendations for dinning.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We like the location of the property. Close to beach and "bcycles" for easy transportation. A lot of stores and restaurants nearby. We did not like that the pool closes a little early for a tourist area and the parking lot is small. If you have a full size truck you will have a hard time parking if the lot is full. Other than that, we would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025