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Marina Beach Hotel

Property class: 3
3-star motel near Santa Barbara Harbor

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A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.
A hotel with a patio area, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden with flowers and palm trees.
An aerial view of a swimming pool surrounded by white umbrellas and lounge chairs, with palm trees and a tiled deck.
A hotel room with a bed, a round table with a pair of sunglasses and a book, a chair with a denim jacket, and a window with white blinds.
A marina with numerous boats docked, calm water, and clear skies.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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21 Bath St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, West Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara City College
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a refrigerator, a microwave, and a lamp.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(57 reviews)
  • 266 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting, and a window with blinds.

Family Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • 271 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, a painting above the bed, and a door to the right.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(129 reviews)
  • 202 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a suitcase.

Premium Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 340 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Grand Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible

Two metal chairs with blue and white striped towels, a small round table with two glasses of orange juice, and a potted plant in the background.

Grand Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 520 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Premium Room

A metal table with a glass of orange juice and a potted plant.

Premium Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Exclusive Room

A patio with metal chairs, a table, and a surfboard leaning against a wall.

Exclusive Room

  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Courtyard Area

A bathroom with a white bathtub, a chrome faucet, and a bottle of Grey+Finch conditioner.

Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Courtyard Area

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A modern bathroom with a white bathtub, a wooden bench, and a potted plant.

Deluxe Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 260 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Beach stay.A stay at this Santa Barbara Beach motel places you steps from Carriage and Western Art Museum and within a 5-minute walk of Santa Barbara Harbor. West Beach and Santa Barbara City College are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • West Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Santa Barbara City College - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Leadbetter Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 10 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Brophy Bros - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Marina Beach Hotel

3-star motel near Santa Barbara Harbor
Marina Beach Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and complimentary bicycles. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a business center on site. Free breakfast is available daily. A terrace, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Marina Beach Hotel. Self parking is free. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property. A complete renovation of Marina Beach Hotel was completed in April 2023.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Santa Barbara motel.

  • 1 floor
  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1940
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
Marina Beach Hotel offers 32 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. This Santa Barbara motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM

Things to do

  • Books
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Games
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards, and cash
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:30 AM to 9:30 PM.

Property is also known as

Marina Beach Motel Motel
Marina Beach Motel Santa Barbara
Marina Beach Motel Motel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

How close is Marina Beach Hotel to the airport?

Marina Beach Hotel is 10.1 mi (13-min drive) away from the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Marina Beach Hotel?

As of Oct 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Marina Beach Hotel on Oct 28, 2026 start from $173, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Marina Beach Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Marina Beach Hotel.

How close is Marina Beach Hotel to the beach?

This motel is a short 2-minute walk from West Beach and 11-minute walk from Leadbetter Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Marina Beach Hotel offer free breakfast?

Marina Beach Hotel offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Marina Beach Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Marina Beach Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Marina Beach Hotel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Marina Beach Hotel have a pool?

Marina Beach Hotel features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:30 AM to 9:30 PM.

Does Marina Beach Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Marina Beach Hotel to downtown Santa Barbara?

Marina Beach Hotel is 1.1 mi away from Santa Barbara.

Marina Beach Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1055 out of 1199 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 110 out of 1199 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 1199 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 1199 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1199 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff, breakfast, room cleanliness, all great. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, clean and very near the beach!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location to enjoy the beach and all the stuff around.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We always love staying here when visiting Santa Barbara!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, helpful staff, free breakfast with coffee & tea
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Free breakfast was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable rooms and an excellent location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, nice and helpfull staff and a nice breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really well run, clean and modern motel. In a great location close to the beach and the main shopping and dining areas. Really nice breakfast included in the price. Room was really nice, with a great shower!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Work trip, hotel is clean, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean, quiet & a block from the beach!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place, would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room & property. The location was super convenient to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and breakfast was amazing so many selections and wonderful staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms, good hotel location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel was in walking distance to the pier, the wharf, and restaurant. Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really liked this motel. Clean and well decorated. Comfortable bed and pillows.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great clean place to stay, walking distance of 1 or 2 minutes to the beach! Very friendly staff, free bikes, free firepit, free warm chocolate chip cookies, clean rooms, pool nearby as well. Breakfast area stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place for our family to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean rooms and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and amazing staff. The bed was very comfortable and the breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place for a short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful 3 night stay. Very nice area. Access to bikes, parking and breakfast. Very helpful and friendly staff. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Marina Beach Motel was one of the best stops on our California road trip. The staff, Leslie and Emily, were absolutely fantastic and helpful. Close proximity to the beach. Beautiful, clean, and worth the stay. Wish we stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026

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