Marina Beach Motel | Santa Barbara ★ Seaside Luxury & Beachfront Bliss

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About the Hotel

21 Bath St, Santa Barbara, California, United States, 93101

Marina Beach Motel - A 3-star beachfront motel with complimentary breakfast and free bicycle rentals

Located half a block from West Beach in Santa Barbara, Marina Beach Motel offers newly remodeled guest rooms with modern amenities, including free high-speed Wi-Fi, smart TVs, and kitchenettes in select accommodations. Guests can choose from room types such as Cozy King, King with Kitchenette, or Two Queens, some featuring private patios or air-jetted tubs. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily in the lobby, featuring locally baked pastries, fresh fruit, and coffee. The motel provides free bicycle rentals for exploring the nearby beachfront bike path and is within walking distance of Stearns Wharf and the Funk Zone. Nearby attractions include the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden and the Santa Barbara Museum of Art.

Pros

Half a block from West Beach with easy access to water activities.

Complimentary daily breakfast with locally sourced pastries and coffee.

Free bicycle rentals for exploring the coastal bike path.

Newly remodeled rooms with modern amenities like smart TVs and kitchenettes.

Cons

No on-site spa or fitness facilities.

Limited parking availability during peak seasons.

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Queen Room Two Queen Beds

Max:

4 persons

270 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

Garden view

Shower

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Standard King Room

Max:

2 persons

205 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Garden view

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King Room Kitchenette

Max:

2 persons

270 sq. feet

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1 King-size bed

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How to get around?

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City Centre

Santa Barbara4600 ft

Airports

Santa Barbara (SBA) 12.4 mi

Presidente Itamar Franco (iza) 30.0 mi

Train

Santa Barbara Amtrak Station1700 ft

What our guests says about facilities

Enjoy modern comforts, from ocean-view suites to family-friendly options with breakfast included

Very nice Shower Experience

The large walk-in shower with dual shower heads was an absolute highlight of our stay. The water pressure was perfect, making for a refreshing and relaxing experience after a day at the beach.

Emily Johnson. United States, 2024-07-15Read full review on

Spacious Room

We loved the spacious room that came equipped with a kitchenette. It allowed us to prepare simple meals during our stay, making it feel like a home away from home.

MarkT1985. Canada, 2024-03-22Read full review on

Lovely Breakfast Options

The continental breakfast offered a good variety of fresh pastries, fruits, and coffee. It was a great way to start our mornings, especially enjoyed outside in the sun.

Sarah K.. Australia, 2024-05-30Read full review on

Free Bike Rentals

Having access to free beach cruisers made our stay extra special. We cycled along the coast and through the charming streets of Santa Barbara, creating wonderful memories.

TomRider88. New Zealand, 2024-08-10Read full review on

What’s included

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Free parking
Safe deposit box
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Security
Luggage storage
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Guest Parking

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Housekeeping

Dining

Outdoor dining area
Picnic area/ Tables

Business

Business centre
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace
Garden area

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

21 Bath St, Santa Barbara, California, United States, 93101

Map view

21 Bath St, Santa Barbara, California, United States, 93101

City landmarks

Harbour

Stearns Wharf

3300 ft

Museum

MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation

2500 ft

Park

Santa Barbara County Courthouse

1.4 mi

132-A Harbor Way

Santa Barbara Harbor

3000 ft

211 Stearns Wharf

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

2500 ft

Chapala St & Montecito Street

Moreton Bay Fig Tree

2200 ft

Museum

Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

2700 ft

School

Santa Barbara City College

2700 ft

122 W Canon Perdido St # 122

Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum

1.0 mi

Winery

Santa Barbara Wine Collective

2400 ft

217 State St

Reagan Ranch Center

2500 ft

Museum

Santa Barbara Museum of Art

1.4 mi

Museum

Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara

3900 ft

Zoo

Santa Barbara Zoo

1.7 mi

Yanonali Street

Funk Zone

3700 ft

401 Shoreline Dr

Los Banos Del Mar

4700 ft

Park

Shoreline Park

1.1 mi

Museum

Casa de la Guerra Historic House Museum

4300 ft

Museum

Santa Barbara Historical Museum

1.2 mi

Beach

Leadbetter Beach

4000 ft

Park

El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park

1.0 mi

Beach

West Beach

2500 ft

16 Helena Ave

Santa Barbara Surfing Museum

2100 ft

University of California

3900 ft

Nearby

Park

Ambassador Park

600 ft

129 Castillo St

Carriage and Western Art Museum

600 ft

Beach

Loquita Santa Barbara

2300 ft

W Cabrillo Blvd sidewalk

Syuxtun Story Circle mosaic

700 ft

Plaza del Mar Park

Plaza del Mar Band Shell

800 ft

100 Castillo St

Pershing Park

1400 ft

Restaurants

Rudy's Mexican Restaurant

1200 ft

305 W Montecito St

Rusty's Pizza Parlor

1700 ft

111 State St

State Street Coffee

2000 ft

29 State St

JSB Cafe at Santa Barbara City College

2900 ft

721 Cliff Dr

Lilly's Tacos

3500 ft

310 Chapala St

Figueroa Mountain Brewery

2600 ft

137 Anacapa St Ste F

Santa Barabara Roasting Company

3200 ft

321 Motor Way

Sushi a go go

2800 ft

119 Harbor Way

On The Alley

3000 ft

117 Harbor Way

Mony's Mexican Food

3000 ft

217 Anacapa St

Char West Fast Food Restaurant

2100 ft

221 Stearns Wharf

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

92%

our visitors enjoyed this hotel and would like to come back

Clean rooms

Helpful staff

Noise disturbances

Tight parking

9.2/10

Perfect

Rooms

8.0

Location

10.0

Service

10.0

Dining

9.0

4.5/5 based on 770 reviews

#7 of 55 hotels in Santa Barbara based on Tripadvisor

Raymond

United States, February 2025

9.2/10

Our stay at the Marina Brach Motel was fantastic! The location was a huge plus being just a short walk from the beach and other attractions. The rooms were clean and featured a lovely shower that made our mornings enjoyable. The friendly staff made our visit even better, though parking was a bit tight at times, and we had some noise disturbances from neighboring rooms. Overall, it offers great value for a comfortable stay in Santa Barbara.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and featured a lovely shower with two heads. Overall, we found them comfortable, but parking was a little tight, and noise from neighboring rooms was noticeable.

Service

10.0

The staff was exceptionally helpful and friendly, ensuring we felt welcome throughout our stay.

Location

10.0

The location was perfect, just a short stroll to the beach and nearby restaurants, making it convenient for exploring Santa Barbara.

Dining

9.0

The complimentary breakfast had a great variety, providing a good start to our day.

Facilities

9.0

The availability of free bikes added an incredible way to explore the area, and the outdoor areas were lovely for relaxing.