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Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

★★★★ 421 South Milpas Street, Santa Barbara, US

8 guest rating· 477 reviews

About this hotel

Luxurious Accommodation near East Beach

Experience the perfect getaway at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel, ideally situated just steps away from East Beach. Indulge in our outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, and relaxing terrace.

Comfort and Convenience

Each room at our inn is thoughtfully designed with a wardrobe, private bathroom, flat-screen TV, and air conditioning. Some rooms even feature a charming patio for a private retreat. Enjoy complimentary WiFi and top-notch concierge service during your stay.

Explore Santa Barbara

Discover the beauty of Santa Barbara with hiking and cycling adventures right at your doorstep. With West Beach, Butterfly Beach, and the University of California nearby, there's no shortage of attractions to explore.

Ready to elevate your Santa Barbara experience? Book your stay at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel now.

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King Room with Pool View, Fireplace

Sleeps 2 · 19 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Shower
  • TV

Guests will have a special experience as this double room offers a fireplace. The double room's kitchenette, which features a refrigerator and a microwave, is available for cooking and storing food. This air-conditioned double room includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as an outdoor dining area. The unit offers 1 bed.

Double Queen Room with Pool View, Kitchen

Sleeps 4 · 19 m² · 2× Double bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Shower

In the well-equipped kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven. This air-conditioned double room includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as an outdoor dining area. The unit offers 2 beds.

Double Queen Room with Pool View, Fireplace

Sleeps 4 · 19 m² · 2× Double bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Shower

This twin/double room features a fireplace. The twin/double room's kitchenette, which has a refrigerator and a microwave, is available for cooking and storing food. This air-conditioned twin/double room is consisted of of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as an outdoor dining area. The unit has 2 beds.

King Room with Kitchen, Patio

Sleeps 2 · 19 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Shower

The fireplace is the standout feature of this double room. Guests can make meals in the kitchen that has a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven. This air-conditioned double room is consisted of of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a patio. The unit has 1 bed.

King Room with Sea View, Upstairs

Sleeps 2 · 23 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Shower
  • TV

The double room's kitchenette, which has a refrigerator and a microwave, is available for cooking and storing food. This air-conditioned double room is consisted of of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as an outdoor dining area. The unit has 1 bed.

King Room - Disability Access

Sleeps 2 · 23 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Adapted bath
  • Kitchenette

The double room's kitchenette, which features a refrigerator and a microwave, is available for cooking and storing food. This air-conditioned double room includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as an outdoor dining area. The unit offers 1 bed.

Queen Room with Sea View

Sleeps 2 · 19 m² · Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Shower
  • TV

The double room's kitchenette, which has a refrigerator and a microwave, is available for cooking and storing food. This air-conditioned double room is consisted of of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as an outdoor dining area. The unit has 1 bed.

Double Queen Room, Pool View

Sleeps 4 · 23 m² · 2× Double bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Shower

The double room's kitchenette, which has a refrigerator and a microwave, is available for cooking and storing food. This air-conditioned double room is consisted of of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as an outdoor dining area. The unit has 2 beds.

Deluxe King Room with Ocean View, Fireplace

Sleeps 2 · 23 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Shower
  • TV

Guests will have a special experience as the double room offers a fireplace. The double room's kitchenette, which has a refrigerator and a microwave, is available for cooking and storing food. This air-conditioned double room is consisted of of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as an outdoor dining area. The unit has 1 bed.

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Fence around pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Swimming pool
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Air conditioning
  • Pets allowed
  • Beach
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Golf course
  • 24-hour security
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  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Canoeing
  • Cashless payment available
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Concierge service
  • Cycling
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Diving
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Fishing
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Higher level toilet
  • Hiking
  • Horse riding
  • Key card access
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Picnic area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Snorkelling
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible

Location

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421 South Milpas Street, Santa Barbara, US

Check-in
from 04:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say8477 reviews

+ Friendly staff+ Clean rooms+ Great location− Noise from trains and beds− Issues with certain amenities
Cleanliness7.9
Service8.7
Location8.4
Room Quality7.7
Amenities7.9
Value for Money7.9

Very nice stay and easy access to the beach and walking paths.

7.0

The location was perfect. It was very clean.

− The bed was hard to get comfortable in.

Kathy · US · 2026-07-10

Bon hôtel pour une nuit :)

7.0

L’emplacement, les lits étaient confortables La chambre était propre

− Pas de petit déjeuner Manque de services La télé a eu du mal à marcher Salle de bains trop petite

aline · FR · 2026-07-08

Super vibey boutique motel in good location

9.0

Great location in proximity to beach. Very cute and quaint, quiet, nice heated pool and friendly staff, even a dog in the lobby, easy parking.

Michelle · US · 2026-07-07

Will definitely recommend to others and would stay again!

10.0

The views, staff, location, and decor were all amazing

− Nothing I liked it all

Holly · US · 2026-06-18

Decent but not great

5.0

I liked the wine in the evening

− The facilities need upgrades my bed was not comfortable

Randi · US · 2026-06-06

Good to know

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

A deposit may be required at the property.

›Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

›Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

›Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

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›Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.