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

Casa Yano by The Beach

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

Kelli

AED 1,201 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

Marina Beach Hotel

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

Jeffrey

AED 1,113 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Jun - 10 Jun

Harbor House Inn

West Beach, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Diana

AED 815 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 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

La Playa Inn

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

Elena

AED 1,064 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

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 1,094 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jun - 30 Jun

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 0.7 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Ricardo

AED 1,110 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Jun - 9 Jun

The Franciscan Hotel

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

Elizabeth

AED 915 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 1 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Alison

AED 1,066 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Jun - 10 Jun

The Eagle Inn

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

John

AED 1,219 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Jun - 9 Jun

Casa Jardin

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

Judy

AED 728 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Jun - 9 Jun

Hotel Santa Barbara

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

Jamie

AED 1,035 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Jun - 10 Jun

Harbor View Inn

West Beach, 0.5 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Andrea

AED 1,457 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Jun - 9 Jun

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view

Santa Barbara Inn

East Beach, 1.5 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

wandi

AED 1,204 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

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

9 Jun - 10 Jun

Castillo Inn at the Beach

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

Vanessa

AED 814 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Jun - 10 Jun

Mason Beach Inn

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

Gregory

AED 1,113 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Jun - 10 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 1,992 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

Hotel Californian

The Funk Zone, 0.5 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Oscar

AED 2,665 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Jun - 15 Jun

Simpson House Inn

Upper East, 2.9 km from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Erin

AED 1,788 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Casa Yano by The Beach	4.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 11 reviews	View
Marina Beach Hotel	3.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,136 reviews	View
Harbor House Inn	3.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
Casa De La Vina	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 179 reviews	View
La Playa Inn	2.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View

Top Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center Hotel Reviews

The Franciscan Hotel

6/10 Okay

"This is a motel. Breakfast was very nominal. Parking first come first get. Staff were ok. Location is good. Santa Barbara is very very beautiful."

Inn By The Harbor

6/10 Okay

"The outside is cute and it is a good location but our room needed to be redone. There are no bathroom toiletries provided so make sure you bring what you need. I saw an open room that had nice plank flooring like the photos but ours had old carpet and the room was just old & depressing. It did have a little kitchen but we didn’t use it. They also provide a little happy hour with wine & cheese. We didn’t take advantage of the breakfast but I believe it was pastry’s. I just think for the money our room was not worth it, but maybe some of the other rooms are."

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."

Riviera Beach House

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was wonderful. We had a king room with a garden patio. The room was so small that it barely fit anything but the bed. We had to edge around it just to move. The bathroom was tiny with few hooks or shelves. The bathroom door had no latch, swung open and closed and was frosted glass with an inch of space all around so there was very little privacy. There was nowhere to put our bags in the room or our toiletries in the bathroom. No closet and just a few drawers that were too hard to get to so we didn't use them. Thank goodness for the patio which we used as our sitting room. If you can get a smaller bed, it may be okay."

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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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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

Casa Yano by The Beach

Marina Beach Hotel

Harbor House Inn

Casa De La Vina

La Playa Inn

Casa Riviera

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

The Eagle Inn

Casa Jardin

Hotel Santa Barbara

Harbor View Inn

Santa Barbara Inn

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Mason Beach Inn

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Hotel Californian

Simpson House Inn

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