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Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

4.0 star property
Salt air and outdoor pool, near Cabrillo Pavillion

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Reception
Exterior
Deluxe Room, Fireplace, Ocean View (Upstairs)
In-room safe, individually decorated, blackout curtains
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Ground Floor (Patio & Fireplace)

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$240
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb

Explore the area

Map
421 South Milpas Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103
  • Chase Palm Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • East Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Cabrillo Pavillion
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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

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

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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

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

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

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

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

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
  • 18 sq m
  • 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)

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

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • 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)

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

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King 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)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room, Fireplace, Ocean View (Upstairs)

Deluxe Room, Fireplace, Ocean View (Upstairs)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Blackout curtains
  • 23 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

In-room safe, individually decorated, blackout curtains

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

In-room safe, individually decorated, blackout curtains

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

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Santa Barbara

At Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of Chase Palm Park and Cabrillo Pavillion. Highlights at this beach motel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Plus you'll find a picnic area, luggage storage and a water dispenser. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an area shuttle. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 4-property class Santa Barbara Beach motel include Santa Barbara Zoo and Andree Clark Bird Refuge.
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What's nearby

  • Cabrillo Pavillion - 4 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 10 min walk
  • Stearns Wharf - 3 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 5 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 8 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Shellfish Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪East Beach Tacos - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Moby Dick Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fishouse - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Salt air and outdoor pool, near Cabrillo Pavillion
As a guest of Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. An area shuttle within 0.01 miles and a beach shuttle are available for a fee. Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel also features a picnic area, concierge services, and a water dispenser. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Santa Barbara motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1953
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a safe and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

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

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 0.01 miles
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre 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 lift
  • 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

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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 and Discover. 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 all accommodation.

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
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Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Santa Barbara
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

As of 22 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel on 23 Feb 2025 start from AU$240.38, including 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.

Is parking available at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

Yep, Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

Yep, Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel is a short 3-minute walk from East Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling.

Does Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel have a pool?

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

No, Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 461 out of 788 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 199 out of 788 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 788 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 788 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 788 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

ryan

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Check in horrible
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Victor

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
roll up blinds didnt work, no coffee in the room, no obvious way to turn on fireplace, noisy (other rooms), no daily service, tv remote worked poorly. Sorry, great location, but wont stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Afiretony

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s overrate, definitely not a four star hotel. The service is poor, we waited for long time when check in, and can’t find anyone when check out. cleanliness is terrible. There are mildew everywhere in bathroom. There is a busy street next to the hotel, but the window didn’t block any noise, so you can imagine wake up in a noisy room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness
Check in was slow and grumpy - room was OK but weird chemical smell - pool was OK but full of leaves - two queens but different mattress one comfortable the other thin noisy with broken springs - TV in room had terrible reception - would have liked to mention all of this to the staff but nobody there after 8 and nobody there around 9:30 when we left.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
not well maintained
First, I was greeted by a very tired man at the front desk who looked and acted as if he didn’t want to be working. We didn’t have enough towels, and the towels we did have in the bathroom had stains. The room needed a thorough cleaning. We had a room with two beds, and one of them was extremely noisy—every time you turned, it made loud, squeaky sounds. After midnight, the room above us had a party that went on until 3 a.m., making it very loud. I barely got any sleep. I called the 24-hour manager, but no one answered, so I left a message about the noise.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vera, Jamaica Plain

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cherie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A GEM!!!
Simply perfect for one night stay. Close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Farah

Free parking. Beach is a two minute walk across
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Monique

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Close to the beach. Parking is one car per room and the spaces are super tight and small parking on the street is very limited. The rooms are clean, but the bed mattress are worn out and the spring pop web you move. The bath towels for the most per where ok . But a few had holes! We rented a room with kitchen but there was NO coffee pot. Coffee and tea are available in the office at 8 am( we had to go buy a coffee pot). There are no closets, hangers , or an iron in the room. The safe was out of order. The resort fee is a joke! The only thing that is offered is the pool and that is locked at 8 pm . No spa no bikes to use and no pool towels are available, just a few pool toys! They offer nothing unique! It’s is just a very basic room and not worth the price !
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Colten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The electricity is completely out all around us. No hot water, no A/C until. No elevator, everything is pitch black. The staff did hand out flash light which was nice but to pay over $200 bucks a night here we shouldn’t have this issue.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Danielle

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not worth the price
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Rolando

Great location near the beach. Hotel is typical courtyard/pool hotels where all rooms look into central pool and has foot traffic on your only window. Therefore, no privacy unless blackouts are on and then room is dark.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Matthew

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
False Advertising. Blue Sands Inn is not a 4-star hotel. Blue Sands Inn is a 2.5-star motel. I wouldn't have booked my reservation if the listing didn't contain false advertising. False advertising is illegal. Shame in the hotel owner. Shame on Expedia. I don't believe the positive reviews are real. They appear to be purchased reviews.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Megan

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Joyce

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

michel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Saul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing small and cozy property easy accessible.. just 1 drawback.. please fix running toilet pump Room 5.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kalum

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would not recommend this place the staff is very lazy. The hotel rooms has fireplaces with the glass box and you can burn your hand on the glass very easy. My girlfriend burn her hand and we told them they haven’t even contacted us.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Denise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Boho Blue Sands
If you want to be walking distance to the beach, and State Street, then this is a terrific option. The rooms have a Boho vibe. They were clean and spacious. We didn’t use the pool but it looked nice. It is a pet friendly hotel, so be prepared for some furry friends and barking. We enjoyed our stay very much!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Sami

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Kristina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property was okay, but disappointing given the price point and how it presents itself online. Everything was quite basic and bare-bones. The bed was terrible. The mattress had no support and made a lot of noise if you moved around or got up. We will not be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Kim Blanchard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room had a nice aesthetic but there was a mini fridge in the room that was very noisy. There was also no additional lock or latch on the door so it felt unsafe to me. This was a big negative to a good night sleep as a solo female traveler. The bathroom had makeup wipes which was a nice touch but there was no iron/ironing board or tea/coffee in the room. There was tea available in reception in the morning but the hot water carafe had been previously used for coffee so tainted the water making the tea undrinkable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024