Heart of Santa Barbara.Within a 10-minute walk of this North State motel, you'll find Upper State Street and Santa Barbara Golf Club. La Cumbre Plaza and MacKenzie Park Dog Park are also within half a mile (1 km).
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
Getting around
UC Santa Barbara Station - 10 min drive
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 10 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 5 min walk
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 13 min walk
Starbucks - 14 min walk
Taqueria La Unica - 8 min walk
Panda Express - 13 min walk
About this property
Sandpiper Lodge
Motel perfectly located for exploring Santa Barbara
Sandpiper Lodge offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite business center. Free breakfast is available daily. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Sandpiper Lodge. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
This Santa Barbara motel is smoke free.
74 guestrooms or units
2 levels
Continental breakfast (free)
Business facilities
Coffee in lobby
Front desk (24 hours)
Express check-out
Staff is multilingual
Front-desk safe
Gift shop
Television in lobby
Elevator
No smoking on site
Sandpiper Lodge offers 74 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
This Santa Barbara motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 37-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
Gym
Hot tub
Outdoor pool
TV in common areas
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Grab bar in shower
Grab bar near toilet
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Room amenities
Entertainment
37-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator
More
Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 AM
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
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
No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night.
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
Deposit: USD 50 per night
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night
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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
We should mention
Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Sandpiper Lodge to the airport?
Sandpiper Lodge is 7.1 mi (10-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 Sandpiper Lodge?
As of Dec 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sandpiper Lodge on Dec 23, 2025 start from $117.51, excluding 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 Sandpiper Lodge have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at Sandpiper Lodge.
How close is Sandpiper Lodge to the beach?
This motel is 3.3 mi (12-min drive) from Arroyo Burro Beach and 4.1 mi (12-min drive) from West Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Sandpiper Lodge offer free breakfast?
Sandpiper Lodge offers free continental breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Is there a casino at Sandpiper Lodge?
No, there is no casino at this motel.
What time is check-in at Sandpiper Lodge?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 AM.
Is there free parking at Sandpiper Lodge?
This motel offers free self parking.
Does Sandpiper Lodge have a pool?
Sandpiper Lodge features an outdoor pool.
Does Sandpiper Lodge have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this motel.
How close is Sandpiper Lodge to downtown Santa Barbara?
Sandpiper Lodge is 2.3 mi away from Santa Barbara.