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Sandpiper Lodge

2.0 star property
Motel perfectly located for exploring Santa Barbara

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Lobby sitting area
Free daily continental breakfast
Dining
Outdoor spa tub
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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3525 State St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93105
  • Place, Upper State Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Golf Club
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, La Cumbre Plaza
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(144 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(122 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(46 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Santa Barbara

Heart of Santa Barbara.Within a 15-minute walk of this North State motel, you'll find Santa Barbara Golf Club and La Cumbre Plaza. Also, Upper State Street is within half a mile (1 km) and Earl Warren Showgrounds is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Upper State Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Santa Barbara Golf Club - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • La Cumbre Plaza - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • MacKenzie Park Dog Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Earl Warren Showgrounds - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • UC Santa Barbara Station - 10 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Habit Burger & Grill - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Sandpiper Lodge

Motel perfectly located for exploring Santa Barbara
Sandpiper Lodge offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite business center. Free breakfast is available daily. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Sandpiper Lodge. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Santa Barbara motel is smoke free.

  • 74 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Sandpiper Lodge offers 74 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Santa Barbara motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 37-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Sandpiper Lodge to the airport?

Sandpiper Lodge is 7.1 mi (10-min drive) away from the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sandpiper Lodge?

As of May 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sandpiper Lodge on May 21, 2026 start from CA $174, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Sandpiper Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sandpiper Lodge.

How close is Sandpiper Lodge to the beach?

This motel is 3.3 mi (12-min drive) from Arroyo Burro Beach and 4.1 mi (12-min drive) from West Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sandpiper Lodge offer free breakfast?

Sandpiper Lodge offers free continental breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Sandpiper Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Sandpiper Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 AM.

Is there free parking at Sandpiper Lodge?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Sandpiper Lodge have a pool?

Sandpiper Lodge features an outdoor pool.

Does Sandpiper Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Sandpiper Lodge to downtown Santa Barbara?

Sandpiper Lodge is 2.3 mi away from Santa Barbara.

Sandpiper Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1293 out of 2431 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 695 out of 2431 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 279 out of 2431 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 100 out of 2431 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 64 out of 2431 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

SHERITA, LONG BEACH

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool was great. Staff were friendly. Nice and quiet area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

NATASHA

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Felicia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Furnishings. Mattresses.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Jocelyn C

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

nicholas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Big room with good price
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

cesar, Riverside

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alfrenda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

trevor

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Surkhab

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Jeri-Anne, Lincoln

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Friendlier staff, updated linens and towels, fruit with the continental breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Jeri-Anne, Lincoln

Business traveller
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
NOISY! The motel style outside walkways allowed me to hear everyone who walked by, talking and pulling luggage. They changed my room by stairs to next to the housekeeping supply room, a different kind of annoying noise.The pillows are uncomfortable cheap foam, thin low quality towels, and the carpet needs a deep clean. The TV had NO apps (Fubo,Hulu, Netflix), and the mini fridge didn't stay cold. Only one of 5 mornings had fruit on the continental breakfast and the other days had dry cereal, instant oatmeal and bread/bagels. Mini fridge wasn't cold and shower curtain felt unsanitary. I had to get new room cards on four different occasions.My main issue is the staff. Housekeeping was so friendly! I needed a couple of things as I don't have them come in during my stay, and they were great. I unfortunately had to interact with the front desk a few times, and while they were all polite, they were far from friendly. My plans changed as I had a family member in the hospital and it took 3 phone calls and a visit to the front desk to finally speak with manager Sean to approve a coutesy credit for my first night when my grandson couldn't be transferred up from LA, and to extend my stay. There was no apology or empathy for the inconvenience of having to change rooms, replace the key cards, fridge or for the poorly stocked 'breakfast'.This was a very stressful trip and to feel like I was an unwelcome imposition made it worse.The Motel 6 next door seems a better option for my return...
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Sonia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
The power went out predawn on the main wall of the room for our room and one other. Hotel reported no possible resolution until maintenance arrived at 9. That wiped out the tv, microwave and mini fridge. No offer for reduced rate or any compensation for the inconvenience.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Madison

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mimi

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Dianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean, good parking, size of room was good. Lighting in room was poor. Continental breakfast was just okay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

katelynn

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Pretty sure there are bed bugs. My daughter and I woke up itching and she had red bumps all over her neck. Reported it to the hotel staff. Won’t stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Hector

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Brianna

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
You get what you pay for - nothing too fancy. The rooms are severely outdated, but things were clean. The blankets are thin. The breakfast is just various types of breads and cereals.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Anthony

Cle as n room
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026