--- title: "Sandpiper Lodge, Santa Barbara (CA) | StayVersus" description: "Sandpiper Lodge in Santa Barbara (CA): rated 8.5 by guests, 2-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side." url: https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/sandpiper-lodge-santa-barbara-ca/ language: en source: StayVersus (https://stayversus.com) retrieved: 2026-10-14 --- Hotel · ★★ # Sandpiper Lodge Vista Del Monte, Santa Barbara (CA), United States 8.5 · Very good 373 reviews · #22 #22 of 43 in Santa Barbara (CA) · 3.7 Location score ## About Sandpiper Lodge Sandpiper Lodge is a hotel in Vista Del Monte, Santa Barbara (CA), United States. It holds a 2-star rating. Guests rate it 8.5 out of 10 across 373 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, free breakfast, gym, free parking, free wi-fi. It is 4.6 km from the centre of Santa Barbara (CA). The nearest airport, Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), is 9.4 km away. - **Type:** Hotel - **Star rating:** ★★ - **Check-in from:** 15:00 - **Check-out until:** 11:00 - **Rooms:** 74 - **Floors:** 2 - **Opened:** 1960 - **Last renovated:** 2014 - **Other stays within 500 m:** 5 3525 State Street ## How Sandpiper Lodge scores Better rated than 42% of hotels in Santa Barbara (CA) - Guest rating **8.5** - Location **3.7** - Facilities **5.0** - Families **1.0** - Spa & wellness **4.0** - Beach access **0.0** Santa Barbara (CA) average ## Amenities Swimming poolFree breakfastGymFree parkingFree Wi-Fi ### Pool & wellness - Swimming pool - Hot tub - Gym ### Food & drink - Free breakfast - Room service ### Internet - Free Wi-Fi ### Parking & transport - Free parking ### Services - Concierge - Luggage storage ### In the rooms - Air conditioning - In-room safe - Coffee or tea maker - Blackout curtains Based on the property listing at our booking partner. ## Location - **Location score:** **3.7**/10 - **Walk grade:** **52**/100 Somewhat walkable - **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **27** - **Sights within 1 km:** **1**
Nearest beachArroyo Burro Beach4.0 km9 min drive
Nearest airportSanta Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)9.4 km21 min drive
Distance to the centreSanta Barbara (CA)4.6 km10 min drive
### Sights nearby - Stearns Pier Santa Barbara50 m ## Sandpiper Lodge: in detail Experience an abundance of unparalleled facilities and features at Sandpiper Lodge. Maintain seamless communication using the complimentary Wi-Fi at hotel. Discovering Santa Barbara (CA) becomes even more accessible, thanks to the taxi amenities provided at the hotel. For visitors traveling by automobile, complimentary parking is available. During your stay at this fantastic hotel, the attentive front desk personnel can provide you with a range of amenities such as concierge service, express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. Craving relaxation? Make the most of your stay at the Sandpiper Lodge with convenient amenities like room service and daily housekeeping at your disposal. For all your minor, last-minute requirements, the convenience stores can promptly cater to them, eliminating the need to venture out. Kindly note that smoking is prohibited in the hotel to ensure fresher air for all visitors. For visitors wishing to smoke, designated smoking zones can be found. At Sandpiper Lodge, every guestroom is provided with convenient amenities and fittings to ensure a comfortable stay. Enhance your experience at hotel with the knowledge that certain rooms are equipped with linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning for your convenience. Certain rooms boast in-room amusement features such as television and cable TV, offering guests an enjoyable stay. In select rooms within the hotel, a refrigerator, a coffee or tea maker, instant coffee and instant tea is available to cater to your requirements when desired. It is worth noting that certain guest bathrooms feature a hair dryer and toiletries for your convenience. Begin your day carefree at Sandpiper Lodge, as complimentary breakfast is offered for your convenience. At Sandpiper Lodge, guests can access vending machines that provide light snacks and beverages 24 hours a day. During your stay at hotel, an array of engaging activities and amenities guarantees a delightful experience. Conclude your holiday experience perfectly by visiting hot tub before you depart. Be sure to drop by the pool at hotel at least once during your stay. Discover the fitness amenities at hotel to maintain your health and strength during your getaway. ### Compare ## Compare Sandpiper Lodge with nearby hotels Similar hotels within 3 km. 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Sandpiper Lodge has a guest rating of 8.5 out of 10 from 373 reviews, which is better than 42% of rated hotels in Santa Barbara (CA). ### What are the check-in and check-out times at Sandpiper Lodge? Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 11:00. ### Does Sandpiper Lodge include breakfast? The listing mentions free breakfast. Check the room you book to confirm it is included. ### Does Sandpiper Lodge have a pool? Yes, Sandpiper Lodge has a swimming pool. ### Is there parking at Sandpiper Lodge? Yes, the listing mentions free parking. ### How far is Sandpiper Lodge from the airport? The nearest airport, Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), is 9.4 km away in a straight line. ### How many rooms does Sandpiper Lodge have? Sandpiper Lodge has 74 rooms on 2 floors. Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. 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