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1029 Orilla Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA 93103 (Formerly East Beach Lodge)
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
“A great value and comfortable room”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 22, 2013

This is an older property that has been nicely updated. It's located just a block from the coast and near the highway exit. The staff is friendly, the room comfortable, and the continental breakfast was above average.

As said, the property is older so it had its squeaks and show of wear, however, our fireplace king was more than comfortable. I would choose this property any day over a luxury chain who sock you with fees for parking and WiFi.

  • Stayed February 2013, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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“A Dressed Up Motel 6”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 20, 2013

We arrived mid afternoon and checked in. The desk clerk was friendly, informative and helpful, like telling us how to get our luggage to the room with the fewest steps. The motel is a three story swirl of rooms that circle the pool. The center court yard is filled with the pool. Our room was a nice size with a king bed and gas fireplace. The room was clean but needed some attention like the peeling paint on the door. The motel is near the beach and a short drive to downtown shopping and restaurants.

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  • Stayed February 2013, traveled with friends
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Very nice stay”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 11, 2013

We were looking for something close to the beach, clean, and reasonably priced. We got all of the above *and* tasty coffee and breakfast items in the morning. Rooms were a wee small, but we were travelling with our two teenagers, so that is normal. I'm pretty picky about cleanliness, so this place deserves a good review just for that! Fun pool, too! Easy parking. Quick drive to downtown.

  • Stayed December 2012, traveled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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“A fantastic time”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 9, 2013 via mobile

We only spent one night at this motel, and we had an excellent stay. The room was a reasonable size, everything was clean, they provided mugs for the coffee machine, (instead of the usual paper cups!). Our host, Frank was delightful, and was pleased to ensure that we had a great time.

There was a good selection at breakfast, and it was all good.

Would definatly go back, and can recommend staying there!

Stayed February 2013, traveled as a couple
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“Very charming hotel”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 29, 2013

We arrived after a long journey of difficult driving, but forgot everyting after the very nice and enthousiastic welcome we received from Franck. Franck is really great, the site we booked at, did not transmit the correct number of persons we were travelling with, but no problem for Franck: he solved this problem even before we arrived to our hotel room. The hotel looks a little bit retro style, but this makes it very charming, everything was very clean and we definitely will stay there again.

  • Stayed July 2012, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Also Known As:
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Address: 1029 Orilla Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA 93103 (Formerly East Beach Lodge)
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Region: United States > California > Santa Barbara
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Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kitchenette Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
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#5 Best Value Hotels in Santa Barbara
#13 Business Hotels in Santa Barbara
#16 Family Hotels in Santa Barbara
Price Range: $$
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Just steps to Santa Barbara's best beach - Exclusive East Beach Resort area near zoo, wharf and shopping. ... more   less 
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