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Inn At East BeachvsEl Capitan Canyon
Both properties are highly recommended by professionals. On balance, El Capitan Canyon scores marginally higher than Inn At East Beach. El Capitan Canyon has a TripExpert Score of 75 with praise from 5 sources including Oyster, Lonely Planet and Travel + Leisure.
Inn At East Beach
Rough Guide
Gayot
Oyster
Jetsetter
1029 Orilla Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
From $108/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundy Room
- Pool
- Free Parking
- Multilingual
"Has a motel-like appearance but clean, modern rooms with free wi-fi, microwaves and fridges and some suites with kitchens, built around a kidneyshaped pool."
"Celebrated for character and value, The Inn at East Beach has earned a devoted following of return guests."
Budget
"Modern, clean, and well-maintained. Some of the beach-y, attractive rooms at this budget-friendly property... have full-size kitchens." Full review
"Classic roadside motel reborn as an econo-luxe sleep with a small pool, just one block from Santa Barbara’s best beach." Full review
El Capitan Canyon
Travel + Leisure
Gayot
Oyster
goop
Lonely Planet
11560 Calle Real, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
From $0/night
- Restaurant
- Pool
- Family Friendly
- Free Parking
- Kitchenette
- Meeting Rooms
"These comfortable cedar cabins—outfitted with Wi-Fi and other 21st-century amenities—are near El Capitan State Beach, a 17-mile drive from Santa Barbara." Full review
"Near the beautiful beaches north of Santa Barbara, families cram into this luxury campground to enjoy the semi-rustic life."
Mid-Range
"With enough modern conveniences to satisfy travelers who would rather just semi-rough it. Guests stay in cabins, tents, or yurts; only cabins have en-suite bathrooms." Full review
"Made up of cabins and tents... El Capitan offers a rustic but luxurious way to experience the El Capitan Canyon and beach near Santa Barbara." Full review
Top Choice
"About 20 miles west of Santa Barbara, off Hwy 101 opposite El Capitán State Beach, this ‘glamping’ resort is for anyone who loves camping, but hates to wake up with dirt under their nails." Full review