Q: What are the best hotels near Sands Beach?

Guests love staying at Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta , which is a hotel near Sands Beach. Also highly rated is The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara , which is a short drive away. The area has plenty to choose from with 1,853 lodging options including hotels and vacation rentals.

Question 1

How much does it cost to stay in a hotel near Sands Beach?

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You can find the best price for your travel budget on Hotels.com by adding your search criteria and sorting by price. Prices vary based on when and where you plan to go.

Search for the lowest price per night from €117

Question 2

What are the best hotels near Sands Beach?

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Guests love staying at Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta, which is a hotel near Sands Beach.
Also highly rated is The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara, which is a short drive away.
The area has plenty to choose from with 1,853 lodging options including hotels and vacation rentals.

Question 3

What are the best things to see and do around my hotel near Sands Beach?

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While you're here to visit Sands Beach, you may also want to see nearby attractions like University of California, Santa Barbara, Goleta Beach, and Arroyo Burro Beach.
El Capitan State Beach, Isla Vista Beach, and Sandpiper Golf Club are other places to visit in the area.

Question 4

How much does it cost to stay in a hotel near Sands Beach?

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You can find different room prices based on when and where you want to go. Simply sort by price on the search results and filter by your preferred criteria to find the best options for you and your budget.

Search for the lowest price per night from €117

Question 5

Are all taxes and fees included in the prices shown on Hotels.com for hotels near Sands Beach?

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Hotels.com provides upfront pricing so you can relax knowing you won’t be met with surprise additional fees or taxes when you’re ready to confirm your booking. From the time you start your search on Hotels.com, the price you see is what you pay. This makes it much easier to compare properties and secure our best deal for your next getaway.

Question 6

What cheap hotels are close to Sands Beach?

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Castillo Inn at the Beach is a budget-friendly hotel near Sands Beach and offers free parking and free in-room WiFi.
Another low-cost alternative is Beachside Inn, which is 22 minutes away by car.

Question 7

Can I find hotels close to Sands Beach that are fully refundable?

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Yes, you'll find many hotels that offer refundable room rates as long as you cancel by the cancellation deadline. Find refundable rates using the "Fully refundable" filter when you search for hotels.

A couple of highly rated hotels close to Sands Beach that offer these rates are The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara and El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara.

Question 8

What are the best romantic hotels near Sands Beach?

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For travelers looking for a romantic stay, The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara offers a beach, an ocean-view restaurant, and 3 outdoor pools. It's a short 12-minute drive from Sands Beach.
Another great option is El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara, which is 23 minutes away by car.

Question 9

Which hotels near Sands Beach have rooms with great views?

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Enjoy rooms with courtyard views at Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta, which is a short 7-minute drive from Sands Beach.
Another great choice nearby is The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara, which has rooms with ocean or garden views.

Question 10

What are the best family hotels close to Sands Beach?

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For travelers looking for a family-friendly stay, The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara offers free cribs, children's meals, and a private beach. Sands Beach is a short drive away.
Also consider El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara as another great choice for your family's trip.

Question 11

What are the best luxury hotels near Sands Beach?

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Pamper yourself with a stay at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara, which is a short 12-minute drive from Sands Beach. This hotel features 5 restaurants including 'O' Bar + Kitchen, and offers 3 outdoor pools.
A second luxurious choice is Simpson House Inn, which is 21 minutes away by car.

Question 12

What are the best hotels near Sands Beach with free parking?

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Drive and park with ease when you stay at The Inn at Mattei's Tavern, which offers free valet parking. You'll be within reach of Sands Beach.
The Craft House Inn also has free parking and is 20 minutes away by car.

Question 13

What are the best hotels near Sands Beach with a pool?

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Travelers can enjoy the outdoor pool at Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta. Sands Beach is a short 7-minute drive from the hotel.
Another great choice for a hotel with a pool is The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara.

Question 14

What cheap motels can I book close to Sands Beach?

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To stay economically near Sands Beach, you can book Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara, which offers an outdoor pool and parking.
Rose Garden Inn is another affordable motel to consider in the area.

Question 15

What are the best things to see and do around my hotel near Sands Beach?

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You can check out sights near Sands Beach like University of California, Santa Barbara, Goleta Beach, and Arroyo Burro Beach.
El Capitan State Beach, Isla Vista Beach, and Sandpiper Golf Club are other places to visit in the area.

Question 16

What are the best lodges close to Sands Beach?

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Get back to nature with a stay at Tranquil & Private with Sweeping Views, River---all within 5 min of Santa Ynez, which is within reach of Sands Beach. The lodge offers in-room patios, in-room kitchens, and in-room fireplaces.

Question 17

What are the best cabins close to Sands Beach?

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Tranquil 3 bedroom 2 bath house with Central AC: Enjoy rest, relaxation and a fireplace when you stay at this cabin located a 22-minute drive from Sands Beach.
Classic California Central Coast Cabin overlooking the ocean on 20 wooded acres: Here's another cozy cabin to consider, which is 33 minutes away by car.

Question 18

What are the best pet-friendly hotels close to Sands Beach?

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Your pet companion can join you at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara, which is a short 12-minute drive from Sands Beach.
A second pet-friendly hotel is El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara. The hotel offers pet sitting services and food and water bowls.

Question 19

Are all taxes and fees included in the prices shown on Hotels.com for hotels near Sands Beach?

Accepted Answer

Hotels.com provides upfront pricing so you can relax knowing you won’t be met with surprise additional fees or taxes when you’re ready to confirm your booking. From the time you start your search on Hotels.com, the price you see is what you pay. This makes it much easier to compare properties and secure our best deal for your next getaway.

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Hotels near Sands Beach

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Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

Simpson House Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Casa De La Vina

Bath Street Inn

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Marina Beach Motel

Casa Jardin

La Playa Inn

Palihouse Santa Barbara

The Franciscan Hotel

The Eagle Inn

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Agave Inn

Hotel Californian

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