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A modern kitchen with a breakfast bar, bar stools, and a coffee station.

1. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Old Town, 2.3 km from Ellwood Beach

Stephanie

AED 746

AED 852 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a central fire pit, and potted plants.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT," surrounded by landscaped greenery and palm trees.

A spacious living room with a large dark wood dining table, comfortable seating, a television, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A modern living room with a wooden floor, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with bar stools.

2. Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Ellwood, 1.8 km from Ellwood Beach

Sarajean

AED 907

AED 1,036 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious living room with a round wooden coffee table, two blue armchairs, and a patterned armchair.

A spacious kitchen with granite countertops, wooden chairs, and a large island. There are multiple dining tables with chairs, a refrigerator, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A spacious living area with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a reception desk.

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, lounge chairs, and a palm tree.

3. Sandpiper Lodge

13.7 km from Ellwood Beach

alva

AED 414

AED 471 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A bar area with a counter, bar stools, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a brick wall, and arched windows with decorative curtains.

4. The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Fairview, 6.6 km from Ellwood Beach

Erik

AED 705

AED 808 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A patio area with a table and chairs, surrounded by vibrant flowers and a pool.

A compact kitchen with dark cabinets, a white refrigerator, a microwave, a sink, and patterned floor tiles.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, desk, chair, TV, and a wardrobe.

A room with two striped chairs, a small round table, and an air conditioning unit on the wall.

5. Oasis Inn & Suites

14.1 km from Ellwood Beach

Dipesh

AED 378

AED 431 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

Two Adirondack chairs facing a small table on a balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

A motel sign with a large number '6' and the word 'Motel' on a wooden board.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, two surfboards, a 'Welcome' sign, and an orange sofa.

6. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

19.7 km from Ellwood Beach

Kellie

AED 438

AED 500 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A green double door with a keypad lock and a small window.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a kitchen with grey cabinets and a microwave.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, a kitchen with appliances, and a large picture of a beach scene.

A green door with a window, a number '9' on the wall, and a keypad on the right.

7. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

17.2 km from Ellwood Beach

Maria

AED 377

AED 702 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

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 marina with numerous boats docked, calm water, and clear skies.

A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.

8. Marina Beach Hotel

17.7 km from Ellwood Beach

Lori

AED 551

AED 628 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A balcony with a wooden railing overlooking a street with palm trees and parked cars.

A compact kitchen area with a microwave, a refrigerator, and a coffee maker.

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a wooden headboard, a mirror, and a TV.

A bathroom with a wooden shelf holding a hat and a handbag, a floral dress, and a pair of sandals.

9. Solei House

13.9 km from Ellwood Beach

Deanna

AED 406

AED 480 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A sunlit balcony with a curved sofa, a small round table, and a potted plant. The balcony features arched windows with a view of palm trees and the sea.

A spacious room with two sofas facing a glass table, a vase with flowers, and large windows offering a view of the ocean.

A coastal view with a beach, palm trees, and a white building with a red roof.

A large, historic building with arched windows and a central tower, surrounded by palm trees.

10. Santa Barbara Inn

19.6 km from Ellwood Beach

Moses

AED 998

AED 1,140 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".

A corridor with a central staircase, outdoor seating, and lanterns.

A hotel corridor with a view of mountains, a palm tree, and a lantern-lit staircase.

A dining room with a fireplace, a chandelier, and a kitchen area with cabinets and a microwave.

11. La Playa Inn

17.5 km from Ellwood Beach

Nick

AED 728

AED 830 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A coastal house with a red roof, surrounded by palm trees and a mountain backdrop.

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small round table, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A coastal road with palm trees, a beach, and a parking lot with vehicles.

A bathroom with white tiled walls, a showerhead, and a shelf with toiletries.

12. Harbor House Inn

17.7 km from Ellwood Beach

James

AED 601

AED 685 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A traditional building with a white facade, arched windows, and a balcony with a railing.

A modern hotel bathroom with a large mirror, vanity, and a vase of flowers.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with stools, a grey sofa, and a painting of a wave on the wall.

A white building with a red-tiled roof, a covered entrance, and a garden with various plants.

13. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

17.2 km from Ellwood Beach

Jhoana

AED 498

AED 840 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

A bar area with a high ceiling and skylight, wooden flooring, and a bar counter with stools.

A room with a wooden floor, two brown armchairs, a round table with a book and a plant, a framed painting on the wall, and a wooden door with intricate carvings.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

14. Hotel Santa Barbara

17.4 km from Ellwood Beach

Morgan

AED 890

AED 1,035 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A building entrance with a sign reading '1915 CASA IGLESIA,' an arched doorway, and large potted plants.

A balcony with potted plants, a hanging lantern, and a view of mountains.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a spiral staircase, and a kitchen area with stainless steel appliances.

A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

15. Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel

15.8 km from Ellwood Beach

Mia

AED 490

AED 831 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a courtyard surrounded by palm trees and greenery, featuring a well-lit entrance and multiple balconies.

A lush garden with palm trees and ferns, a paved path, and a building in the background.

A dining area with a table and chairs, surrounded by a view of tropical greenery.

A dining area with a table set for two, a vase with flowers, and a view of the outdoor seating area.

16. Lemon Tree Inn

14.9 km from Ellwood Beach

David

AED 441

AED 503 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand.

A lobby with a wooden floor, two patterned armchairs, a small table, and a wall with three framed pictures.

A building entrance with a set of stairs leading up to a door marked with the number 128.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden flooring, and a dining area with orange chairs and a table.

17. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

17.5 km from Ellwood Beach

Anne

AED 489

AED 586 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through a glass door to the outdoors.

A spacious living area with a modern staircase, a dining table, and a sofa.

A hallway leading to a living area with a sofa, a small table, and a view of greenery outside.

A modern bedroom with a large window, a bedside table, a chair, and a built-in kitchen area.

18. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

17.5 km from Ellwood Beach

Melissa

AED 645

AED 1,007 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A serene garden with a small waterfall, lush greenery, and a wooden fence.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with red umbrellas.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window.

A lush garden with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a small bridge.

19. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

9.6 km from Ellwood Beach

Kaitlin

AED 706

AED 820 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A VAGABOND INN sign, a building with a balcony, and palm trees.

A corner room with a round table, a wooden chair, a beige sofa, and a mirror on the wall.

A bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, and a towel rack with towels.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a fenced pool, and a building with a balcony in the background.

20. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

13.8 km from Ellwood Beach

Irma

AED 387

AED 470 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Ellwood Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta	9.0 Wonderful 941 reviews	View
Sandpiper Lodge	8.6 Excellent 2,786 reviews	View
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	8.8 Excellent 1,110 reviews	View
Oasis Inn & Suites	8.6 Excellent 1,011 reviews	View

Top Ellwood Beach Hotel Reviews

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the restaurant and outdoor patio! Fantastic and friendly wait staff. I hosted a surprise birthday party for my husband and the staff could not have been more helpful!"

Resort-Style Pool Retreat | Home Gym + Hot Tub

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay!"

Santa Barbara Large 4BR 2BA,Pool,HotTub, Beaches, Sleep 11+,Dogs OK, Best Value!

10/10 Excellent

"The house was spacious and clean and very very well kept! It was a nice e neighborhood and our family n loved the pool! We would definitely stay there again!"

Cozy & Private Room in Goleta

10/10 Excellent

"Very easy to get in. Clean and great service. Thank you!"

Spa, Beaches, Wine Country: Santa Barbara Coastal Escape for Friends and Family

10/10 Excellent

"The home is very beautiful and cozy! The hosts are very accommodating and quick to respond to messages. Definitely recommend!"

Relax in Private Backyard | Close to Beach – Goleta Getaway by AvantStay

10/10 Excellent

"Nice property but pricey."

Coastal 6 bedroom home!

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent property. Excellent host."

Vitality Shores | Sauna, Yoga Lawn, Beach Trail

8/10 Good

"Beautiful area. Had some bumps but the host responded quickly. The price was a bit high but really enjoyed the yard and fire pit in the evenings. Definitely needed the fans in the house ."

Gated Oceanfront Villa | Private Beach Steps + Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic location overlooking the ocean. Very relaxing. Excellent patio with amazing views. The kitchen was well equipped and spacious. Our host responded immediately to all our inquiries. We loved our stay here."

Other attractions near Ellwood Beach

Sandpiper Golf Club

8.6/10 (70 reviews)

Play a round of golf in Goleta at Sandpiper Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as biking. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

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Sands Beach

6.0/10 (1 review)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sands Beach during your trip to Goleta? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Devereaux Slough

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Devereaux Slough during your stay in Goleta. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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Coal Oil Point Reserve

7.6/10 (5 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Coal Oil Point Reserve and enjoy the biking trails in Goleta. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Devereux Beach

6.0/10 (1 review)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Devereux Beach during your trip to Goleta? Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's live music.

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Goleta Butterfly Grove

8.8/10 (59 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Goleta Butterfly Grove and enjoy the biking trails in Goleta. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Camino Real Marketplace

You can do some window-shopping at Camino Real Marketplace during your stay in Goleta.

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Ellings Performing Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to Ellings Performing Arts Center during your stay in Goleta.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Ellwood Beach?

Ellwood Beach is located in Goleta. This family-friendly area is known for its array of dining options and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 6 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Ellwood Beach?

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this resort offers 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. It's located 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Ellwood Beach. Other good options within a few miles include Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta and Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Ellwood Beach?

Expedia has 6 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Ellwood Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Ellwood Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to Ellwood Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Ellwood Beach?

For more information about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Ellwood Beach, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Ellwood Beach?

Local parks like Goleta Butterfly Grove, Goleta Point, and Santa Barbara Orchid Estate are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Dip your toes in the water at Isla Vista Beach, Goleta Beach, and Devereux Beach. Be sure to get some family photos at Devereaux Slough, Ellings Performing Arts Center, and Ucsb Labyrinth while you're out sightseeing near Ellwood Beach.

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Our top choices for Ellwood Beach hotels

1. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

2. Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

3. Sandpiper Lodge

4. The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

5. Oasis Inn & Suites

6. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

7. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

8. Marina Beach Hotel

9. Solei House

10. Santa Barbara Inn

11. La Playa Inn

12. Harbor House Inn

13. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

14. Hotel Santa Barbara

15. Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel

16. Lemon Tree Inn

17. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

18. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

19. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

20. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

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Top Ellwood Beach Hotel Reviews

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Resort-Style Pool Retreat | Home Gym + Hot Tub

Santa Barbara Large 4BR 2BA,Pool,HotTub, Beaches, Sleep 11+,Dogs OK, Best Value!

Cozy & Private Room in Goleta

Spa, Beaches, Wine Country: Santa Barbara Coastal Escape for Friends and Family

Relax in Private Backyard | Close to Beach – Goleta Getaway by AvantStay

Coastal 6 bedroom home!

Vitality Shores | Sauna, Yoga Lawn, Beach Trail

Gated Oceanfront Villa | Private Beach Steps + Spa

Other attractions near Ellwood Beach

Sandpiper Golf Club

Sands Beach

Devereaux Slough

Coal Oil Point Reserve

Devereux Beach

Goleta Butterfly Grove

Camino Real Marketplace

Ellings Performing Arts Center

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