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Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

4.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Exterior
Deluxe Room, Fireplace, Ocean View (Upstairs) | In-room safe, individually decorated, blackout drapes
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Ground Floor (Patio & Fireplace) | View from room

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is $165
includes taxes & fees
May 13 - May 14

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421 South Milpas Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103
  • Place, East Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cabrillo Pavillion
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Zoo
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

In-room safe, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Fireplace, Ocean View (Upstairs)

Deluxe Room, Fireplace, Ocean View (Upstairs) | In-room safe, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, Fireplace, Ocean View (Upstairs)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, Pool View (Upstairs)

In-room safe, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, Pool View (Upstairs)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 220 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Pool View (Ground Floor)

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Pool View (Ground Floor) | In-room safe, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Pool View (Ground Floor)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 220 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Pool View (Upstairs)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Pool View (Upstairs) | In-room safe, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Pool View (Upstairs)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View (Upstairs)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View (Upstairs) | In-room safe, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View (Upstairs)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Ground Floor (Patio & Fireplace)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Ground Floor (Patio & Fireplace) | In-room safe, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Ground Floor (Patio & Fireplace)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View (Upstairs)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View (Upstairs) | In-room safe, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View (Upstairs)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Upstairs)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Upstairs) | Beach/ocean view

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Upstairs)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

4-star motel in Santa Barbara Beach
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free motel has concierge services and tour/ticket assistance. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a picnic area.
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Additionally, rooms include fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel features an outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. For a surcharge, the property provides an area shuttle within 0.01 miles and a beach shuttle. This beach motel also offers a picnic area, concierge services, and a water dispenser. Complimentary self parking is available on site.

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel is a smoke-free property.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 0.01 mi
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In a regional park
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1953
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 40 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Blue Sands Inn Santa Barbara
Blue Sands Motel
Blue Sands Motel Santa Barbara
Blue Sands Santa Barbara
Blue Sands Hotel Santa Barbara
Blue Sands Inn
Blue Sands Inn A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Blue Sands Inn A Kirkwood Collection Property
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Motel
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Santa Barbara
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Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 602 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 236 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1005 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JENNIFER, GRAND RAPIDS

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Debbie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The room was spotless, absolutely great location.. Walking distance to so many things. Across from a great beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

bakhter

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room, very cute decorations, clean and friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Great Staff - nice location - clean room!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Enrico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly, courteous staff! Great heated pool. Clean updated bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Weather stripping needs to be put at the bottom of the door of the room I was staying. Aside from that, everything about the room was great and the receptionists at the front desk were super nice! Thanks so much!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Briana

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Minyong

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The AC was hard to operate and I think the filter needs to be cleaned. When I woke up the room smelled like stale food. Also, the vinyl flooring needs a good moping. I spilled water by the bedside and when I wiped it up the paper towel was black.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location and really friendly staff :)))
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Suzan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything about this place was great. The room, the staff and the location. If you’re more into being where all the action is and you’re not into walking this might not be your place. But I liked that it was a little away from the touristy stuff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small motel, very well kept up. Liked the fireplace in the room. Parking is limited. Very clean and safe
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Yveta

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful hotel to stay in very clean very new absolutely loved it and it had a fireplace which was so cute
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tamanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at this property twice now. I love the staff; they are warm and welcoming. The property is clean. Its conveniently located across the beach and at a mile's distance from downtown. Will definitely stay there again!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elsy

Traveled with group, Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was GREAT! This little Inn is in a perfect spot for walking to the beach, park or market. Very clean and cozy. We were greeted and treated like family by Madeline! Planning to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

James S, Portland

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and helpful, the room comfortable and very clean, and we had a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walkable to the beach!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was clean. The staff was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location and walk ability was great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025