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Sandpiper Lodge

2.0 star property
Motel near Santa Barbara County Courthouse in Santa Barbara

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

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • 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
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, La Cumbre Plaza
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Run of House

Run of House

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(133 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
(118 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
(38 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 - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • La Cumbre Plaza - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Earl Warren Showgrounds - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital - 6 min drive - 2.6 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
  • ‪Habit Burger & Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Sandpiper Lodge

Motel near Santa Barbara County Courthouse in 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 Mar 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sandpiper Lodge on Mar 18, 2026 start from CA $135, 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 3.9 mi (13-min drive) from Mesa Lane Steps 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. 1213 out of 2282 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 647 out of 2282 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 267 out of 2282 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 89 out of 2282 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 66 out of 2282 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Surkhab

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

cristina

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

YIMIN

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
3rd time stay. Will choose again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Salvador

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Julianne

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nion, Sunnyvale

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely walking distance to fun plazas in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

MONICA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to the 101 south and north entry.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Crystal

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay, the staff was courteous and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juana I

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Tania

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was very nice and clean. Staff was personable and the breakfast for a continental one was great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Eduardo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Too noisy day and night
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernesto

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

RINA

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rebecca, Redlands

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was ok. Nothing special. Pillows were super thin and uncomfortable. Bathroom window screen falling off and window left open list someone was trying to get in. Noise outside the room were out of control. People yelling and slamming doors. Sounded like someone was trying to get in our room. No security at night. Did not feel entirely safe. Will not be staying there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anup

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Was a pleasant stop on our way back home. Good amenities for a reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

steven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly at the desk, and the cleanliness of the room was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

sara

Check in was easy and the woman was nice and helpful. I'm not understanding though why the hotel got the rating it has on here. It was loud, smelly, and didn't feel safe.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast is good. It would have been even better if there are boiled eggs.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025