Hotels near El Capitan Lake

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

Guests love staying at Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG , which is a hotel near El Capitan Lake. Also highly rated is Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton , which is 7 minutes away on foot. In fact, you’ll have plenty of options to choose from with 2,145 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 Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG , which is a short walk from El Capitan Lake. Also recommended is Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton , 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 20 minutes away on foot.

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

Travelers can enjoy the outdoor pool at Moxy Santa Barbara . El Capitan Lake is a short walk from the hotel. Another great choice for a hotel with a pool is Harbor View Inn .

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Premier Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, iron/ironing board, travel cot

฿9,348 total

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8 Jun - 9 Jun

Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

฿10,472 total

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4 Jun - 5 Jun

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

฿30,027 total

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23 Jun - 24 Jun

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Other landmarks in Downtown Santa Barbara

Paseo Nuevo Mall

You can enjoy retail therapy at Paseo Nuevo Mall during your stay in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park

You can study the exhibits at El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Santa Barbara. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Arlington Theater

If you want to see a show while you're in town, try and grab some tickets at Arlington Theater in Downtown Santa Barbara. Hotels.com travellers also say the area is walkable and that it has lots of nice beaches. If you enjoy the show and want to see another, Granada Theatre and Lobero Theater are both a short walk away.

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What are the best hotels near El Capitan Lake?

Guests love staying at Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG, which is a hotel near El Capitan Lake.
Also highly rated is Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, which is 7 minutes away on foot.
In fact, you’ll have plenty of options to choose from with 2,145 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 ฿4,615

What cheap hotels are close to El Capitan Lake?

Haley Hotel 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 Moxy Santa Barbara, which is 8 minutes away on foot.

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 Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort, which is 3 minutes away by car.

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

Enjoy rooms with city view at Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG, which is a short walk from El Capitan Lake.
Also recommended is Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, 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 by IHG which offers free cribs, an outdoor pool, and free bicycle rentals. El Capitan Lake is 5 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 20 minutes away on foot.

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

If you’re traveling by car, The Upham Hotel offers free parking and you’ll be a 15-minute walk from El Capitan Lake.
Another property that offers free parking is La Playa Inn, which is 15 minutes away on foot.

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

Travelers can enjoy the outdoor pool at Moxy Santa Barbara. El Capitan Lake is a short walk from the hotel.
Another great choice for a hotel with a pool is Harbor View Inn.

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

To save on your stay near El Capitan Lake, take a look at Marina Beach Motel, which offers a free continental breakfast and free bicycle rentals.
Another inexpensive motel nearby to consider is Sandpiper Lodge.

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, Ventura Harbor, and University of California, Santa Barbara.
Santa Barbara Harbor, Carpinteria State Beach, and Stearns Wharf are other places to visit in the area.

What are the best lodges close to El Capitan Lake?

Appreciate the natural setting when you stay at Tranquil & Private with Sweeping Views, River—all within 5 min of Santa Ynez, which is within reach of El Capitan Lake. The lodge offers in-room patios, in-room fireplaces, and in-room kitchens.

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: Here’s another cozy cabin to consider, which is 13 minutes away by car.

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

Your pet companion can join you at Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG, which is a short walk from El Capitan Lake.
Haley Hotel is a second pet-friendly option. The hotel offers animal guests food and water bowls.

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Hotels near El Capitan Lake

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Casa De La Vina

Casa Jardin

Simpson House Inn

Marina Beach Motel

La Playa Inn

Harbor House Inn

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Bath Street Inn

The Franciscan Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

The Eagle Inn

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Inn By The Harbor

Harbor View Inn

Hotel Santa Barbara

El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara

Go beyond your typical stay in El Capitan Lake

Other landmarks in 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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