Hotels near El Capitan Lake Santa Barbara

Q: What are the best hotels near El Capitan Lake?

Guests love staying at Hotel Santa Barbara , which is a hotel near El Capitan Lake. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels is also well reviewed by travelers and is just steps away. In fact, you’ll have plenty of options to choose from with 2,169 hotels, vacation rentals, and other accommodation options in the area.

Q: Which hotels near El Capitan Lake have rooms with great views?

Enjoy rooms with city view at Hotel Santa Barbara , which is steps from El Capitan Lake. Also recommended is Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels , which offers rooms with views.

Q: What are the best luxury hotels near El Capitan Lake?

Indulge yourself when you stay at Hotel Californian , which is a 13-minute walk from El Capitan Lake and offers an outdoor pool, a full-service spa, and private wine tours. A second luxurious choice is Simpson House Inn , which is 3 minutes away by car.

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What are the best hotels near El Capitan Lake?

Guests love staying at Hotel Santa Barbara, which is a hotel near El Capitan Lake.
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels is also well reviewed by travelers and is just steps away.
In fact, you’ll have plenty of options to choose from with 2,169 hotels, vacation rentals, and other accommodation options in the area.

How much does it cost to stay in a hotel near El Capitan Lake?

Visit Hotels.com, enter your search criteria, and sort by price to find the lowest prices available. Pricing varies based on where you plan to go and when.

Take a look at the lowest price per night ￥11,811

What cheap hotels are close to El Capitan Lake?

Hotel Santa Barbara is a reasonably-priced hotel near El Capitan Lake and offers free bicycle rentals, free in-room WiFi, and free firewood.
Another low-cost alternative is Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels, which is just steps away.

Can I find hotels close to El Capitan Lake that are fully refundable?

Yes, you’ll find many hotels that offer refundable room rates as long as you cancel by the cancellation deadline. Find refundable rates using the “Fully refundable” filter when you search for hotels.

A couple of highly rated hotels close to El Capitan Lake that offer these rates are Hotel Californian and Simpson House Inn.

What are the best romantic hotels near El Capitan Lake?

If you are looking for a romantic stay, Hotel Californian offers 3 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and a poolside bar. It’s a 13-minute walk from El Capitan Lake.
Another great option is The Eagle Inn, which is 19 minutes away on foot.

What are the best hotels close to El Capitan Lake with free breakfast?

You can begin your day with a free on-the-go breakfast at ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel, which is a 15-minute walk from El Capitan Lake.
Villa Rosa Inn, also recommended, is 15 minutes away on foot and offers free breakfast.

Which hotels near El Capitan Lake have rooms with great views?

Enjoy rooms with city view at Hotel Santa Barbara, which is steps from El Capitan Lake.
Also recommended is Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels, which offers rooms with views.

What are the best family hotels close to El Capitan Lake?

The entire family will enjoy a stay at Kimpton Canary Hotel, an IHG Hotel which offers free cribs, an outdoor pool, and a spa tub. El Capitan Lake is 6 minutes away on foot.
Another great option for your family’s trip is Hotel Californian.

What are the best luxury hotels near El Capitan Lake?

Indulge yourself when you stay at Hotel Californian, which is a 13-minute walk from El Capitan Lake and offers an outdoor pool, a full-service spa, and private wine tours.
A second luxurious choice is Simpson House Inn, which is 3 minutes away by car.

What are the best hotels near El Capitan Lake with free parking?

If you’re traveling by car, Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara offers free parking and you’ll be a short 8-minute drive from El Capitan Lake.
Another property that offers free parking is Motel 6 Ventura, CA - Downtown, which is 35 minutes away by car.

What are the best hotels near El Capitan Lake with a pool?

Travelers can enjoy the outdoor pool and children’s pool at Palihouse Santa Barbara. El Capitan Lake is a short walk from the hotel.
Another great choice for a hotel with a pool is Moxy Santa Barbara.

What cheap motels can I book close to El Capitan Lake?

To save on your stay near El Capitan Lake, take a look at Agave Inn, which offers an outdoor pool and parking.
Another inexpensive motel nearby to consider is Marina Beach Motel.

What are the best things to see and do around my hotel near El Capitan Lake?

You may also want to see sights near El Capitan Lake like Santa Barbara Zoo, University of California, Santa Barbara, and Ventura Harbor.
Santa Barbara County Courthouse, Stearns Wharf, and Santa Barbara Bowl are other places to visit in the area.

What are the best cabins close to El Capitan Lake?

Tranquil 3 bedroom 2 bath house with Central AC: Enjoy serenity and a fireplace when you stay at this cabin located a short 5-minute drive from El Capitan Lake.
Classic California Central Coast Cabin overlooking the ocean on 20 wooded acres: 13 minutes away by car, here’s a second cabin to consider.

What are the best campsites near El Capitan Lake?

Casita Eco-Glamping Santa Barbara 4 people- Luxe: Experience a rural setting when you stay a short 10-minute drive from El Capitan Lake. This campsite offers guests a balcony, a smart TV, and free WiFi.

What are the best pet-friendly hotels close to El Capitan Lake?

Bring your cherished pet with you to Hotel Santa Barbara, which is steps from El Capitan Lake.
Kimpton Canary Hotel, an IHG Hotel is another pet-friendly option.

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Historic Downtown Santa Barbara Hotels with Parking

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Casa De La Vina

Simpson House Inn

Marina Beach Motel

Casa Jardin

La Playa Inn

Harbor House Inn

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

The Franciscan Hotel

Bath Street Inn

Lavender Inn by the Sea

The Eagle Inn

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Inn By The Harbor

Hotel Californian

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Inn

Other landmarks in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Paseo Nuevo Mall

Presidio Santa Barbara

El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park

Santa Barbara County Courthouse

Moreton Bay Fig Tree

Arlington Theater

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