East Beach Santa Barbara, California
Renovated
2014
Price
$$
Rated for
Heritage Classic LocalOutside the door
Vintage coastal quarters
This 1957 roadside motel delivers an unpretentious beach stay, centered on second-floor sundecks facing the Pacific.
What it’s good at
Listed
Second-floor sundecks look directly across Cabrillo Boulevard toward the Channel Islands.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
East Beach is right across the street, and Stearns Wharf is a mile down the boulevard.
The rooms
Motel rooms keep to a simple layout, while adjacent two-bedroom Spanish cottages have full kitchens and brick patios.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The heated outdoor pool sits in the central courtyard, lined with loungers under tall palm trees.
At the table
A morning breakfast buffet is set out in the oceanview lounge overlooking the central courtyard pool and beach.
How it began
The adjacent Spanish Colonial Revival cottages earned local historic landmark designation in 2014.
Good to know
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Cabrillo Inn at the Beach
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.