The Best Hotels Closest to Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center in Santa Barbara for 2026

Our top choices for Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center hotels

Marina Beach Hotel

West Beach, 0.8 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Jeffrey

AED 1,103 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Jul - 7 Jul

Casa Yano by The Beach

West Beach, 0.8 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Kelli

AED 1,362 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Jun - 17 Jun

Comfort Apartment, 1 King Bed | Exterior

Casa De La Vina

1.3 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Tatyana

AED 870 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

The Franciscan Hotel

West Beach, 0.8 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Elizabeth

AED 875 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Jul - 7 Jul

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | Living area | 65-inch Smart TV with digital channels, Netflix, Hulu

Casa Riviera

Laguna, 1.7 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Alex

AED 1,067 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jun - 30 Jun

Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 1.3 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Jamie

AED 1,102 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Jul - 2 Jul

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

West Beach, 0.9 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Bermet

AED 655 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Jun - 9 Jun

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

Lower State, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

alan jr

AED 547 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

Castillo Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 0.9 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Vanessa

AED 772 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Jun - 17 Jun

Casa Jardin

Laguna, 2.1 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Judy

AED 733 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Jun - 9 Jun

Superior Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (The Grand Studio Double) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Palihouse Santa Barbara

1.9 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Margo

AED 1,971 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jul - 8 Jul

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

East Beach, 1.6 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Olga

AED 695 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Jun - 1 Jul

Haley Hotel

Lower State, 1.1 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Guillermo

AED 756 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Jun - 16 Jun

Bath Street Inn

Oak Park, 3.2 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Luis

AED 833 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

The Milo

West Beach, 0.6 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Jenny

AED 1,269 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Jun - 23 Jun

Moxy Santa Barbara

The Funk Zone, 0.8 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Diego

AED 1,103 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

East Beach, 1.4 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Jamil

AED 765 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jun - 30 Jun

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Santa Barbara Beach, 1.2 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Eddy

AED 848 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Jun - 9 Jun

Grand Suite | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

East Beach, 1.6 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Teri

AED 717 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Jun - 16 Jun

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Lower State, 1.2 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Cayley

AED 1,254 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Marina Beach Hotel	3.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,138 reviews	View
Casa Yano by The Beach	4.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 11 reviews	View
Casa De La Vina	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 179 reviews	View
The Franciscan Hotel	2.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,166 reviews	View
Casa Riviera	4.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 216 reviews	View

Top Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center Hotel Reviews

Lavender Inn by the Sea

8/10 Good

"Smallish motel a few blocks from the shore. Felt safe and reasonably clean but also dated. Bed was comfortable but room was stuffy. Price was a bit high for the quality."

Ala Mar by the Sea

6/10 Okay

"Location was amazing. Bathroom was dirty, moldy and unventilated and the room was not ready by the promised time. Front desk lady was rude because I didn’t fill in a form that was texted to me in the middle of my 5 hour drive to Santa Barbara. If a form was required it should have been sent 24 hours earlier, not when people are actively traveling. Maintenance man was very nice and helpful. We didn’t know how to check in, there was no signage saying that the registration desk was at a neighboring hotel and thankfully he walked us over to check in. He salvaged what started out as a crappy experience."

Hotel Californian

4/10 Poor

"We stayed here one night in May. Here are the highlights: -Hotel staff was nowhere to be found once we were escorted to the building we were staying in (multiple buildings). -The hotel bar closed at 8pm. -We attempted to make use of the amenities - rooftop pool - but due to what I presume was cloudy weather the chairs outside had no cushions and there were no hotel staff to service. -I was awakened by a 3am washing of our room's windows. I contacted staff which got back to me 6 hours later to apologize and offer some credit for the inconvenience. This was unacceptable and ridiculous. What an oversight. -The next day we met up with friends at the pool which was crowded. It took 1 hour for our diet cokes to arrive. And my friend was treated rudely by the staff member running the pool. I'm not sure if he ended up paying for fruit that we never received. -After checkout I was surprised to be charged for undisclosed $60+ "leisure fees" and $14 delivery for the room service we ordered on arrival (ultimately this was comped due to the window incident). But I really wonder how they possibly justify this added expense given the lack of attentive staff and narrow hours of operation. Overall this is simply not a luxury destination hotel. It's a beautiful location with well designed facilities. But they are currently charging inflated rates for what seemed like a short-staffed operation."

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Stearns Wharf

4.5/5 (4,143 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Stearns Wharf and enjoy other activities such as biking in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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What's the area like around Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center?

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center is located in a walkable area of Santa Barbara known for its beautiful beaches and bird watching. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 200 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center?

Hotel Santa Barbara is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a 24-hour fitness center and free WiFi. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center. Other good options close by include Avania Inn of Santa Barbara and The Milo.

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Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center.

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What can I see and do near Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center?

You'll want to browse the collections at MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, Reagan Ranch Center, and Carriage and Western Art Museum. Mission Santa Barbara, Presidio Santa Barbara, and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can watch performances at Lobero Theater, Granada Theatre, and Arlington Theater if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center?

With so many transportation options, exploring the area around Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center is easy. To see more of the larger area, hop on a train at Santa Barbara Station. You can explore options for water transportation at the port.

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Our top choices for Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center hotels

Marina Beach Hotel

Casa Yano by The Beach

Casa De La Vina

The Franciscan Hotel

Casa Riviera

Hotel Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Casa Jardin

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Haley Hotel

Bath Street Inn

The Milo

Moxy Santa Barbara

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

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Stearns Wharf

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