In the heart of North State, Sandpiper Lodge offers a rejuvenating getaway with a spa tub, gym, and outdoor pool. Connect to free in-room WiFi and explore nearby shopping destinations. Guests rave about the helpful staff at this motel.
Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
Santa Barbara Bowl - 9 min drive - 5.8 km
Getting around
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 10 min drive
Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 35 min drive
UC Santa Barbara Station - 10 min drive
Santa Barbara Station - 13 min drive
Goleta Station - 16 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 5 min walk
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 13 min walk
Starbucks - 14 min walk
Lure Fish House & Oyster Bar - 12 min walk
Blenders In The Grass - 17 min walk
About this property
Sandpiper Lodge
At Sandpiper Lodge, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Zoo. For a workout, you can visit the fitness center or go for a morning swim at the outdoor pool. Also, this motel is within a short drive of University of California, Santa Barbara. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
74 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 AM
Express check-out available
Check-out time is 11 AM
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
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite parking limited
Other information
Smoke-free property
No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–10:00 AM
Coffee/tea in a common area
What to do
Bicycle rentals nearby
Golfing nearby
Working away
Business center
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Television in common areas
Fitness center
An outdoor pool
Hot tub
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Grab bar near toilet
Grab bar in shower
Room amenities
Be entertained
37-inch flat-screen TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 50 per night
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 15.0 per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision
Policies
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
Also known as
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Sandpiper Lodge Hotel Santa Barbara
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Frequently asked questions
Does Sandpiper Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sandpiper Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Sandpiper Lodge?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Sandpiper Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Sandpiper Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sandpiper Lodge?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at Sandpiper Lodge and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor pool. Sandpiper Lodge also has a fitness center.
What's the area around Sandpiper Lodge like?
Sandpiper Lodge is in North State, a short 1-minute walk from Upper State Street and 19 minutes' walk from Earl Warren Showgrounds. Travelers give top marks for the motel's prime location.
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Sandpiper Lodge Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
Mar 16, 2025
Great stay for being so cheap !
Michele
Michele, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 19, 2025
Comfortable stay
Older well maintained facility. Quiet and near Whole Foods and restaurants.
Roxanne
Roxanne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 10, 2025
Clean and convenient
Spacious clean room with a good layout. The beds were comfortable and the room was nice and quiet! Nice location!
Deanna
Deanna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 21, 2024
Nice place to stay
Rossana
Rossana, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 21, 2025
Happy with our stay
Excellent services, clean spacious room. Very good price as well.
Valeriya
Valeriya, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 9, 2025
Awesome for family.
Perfect sized suite for our family of 4. Good amenities, just a bit on the older side. Great location and easy to get around!!
Cynthia
Cynthia, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 29, 2024
Short stay
Good place for a short stay
barbara
barbara, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 3, 2025
Amazing Lodge
The lodge was amazing. I called and a nice gentleman helped my crew out with the parking situation. Thank you so much for the help.
Vanessa
Vanessa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 25, 2025
Perfect for quick overnight
Friendly and easy checkin experience. Room is a little dated but very clean and comfortable. Great room for price. I would stay here again.
This was a great place to stay! The price was spot on. The hot tub and heated pool were a nice touch. The rooms were good size and clean! Staff was so friendly!
Amy
Amy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 9, 2024
We enjoyed our time there.
Vivian
Vivian, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 8, 2024
Great value, great location, great service
Was very impressed with the price point for the quality of the hotel. Check in staff was very friendly and so many restaurants and shops were walking distance. Would easily stay here again.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 25, 2024
Great location
The hotel is in a convenient location, it was quiet, the shower was good, I did not try the breakfast.
Sheila
Sheila, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Oct 25, 2024
Clean and quiet...nice stay
Anne
Anne, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 12, 2024
Cute and friendly property with a great price for the location.
Tracy
Tracy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 15, 2024
Excellent old fashioned but lovely motel.
Very nice breakfast.
Great location although you fo have to drive to downtown
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 11, 2025
Great find for SB on upper State Street
Stayed at this hotel many times. Excellent location, clean, breakfast provided. The only negative this time around was intermitted/slow internet connection. Not sure why, it was impossible to have a good signal which made it inconvenient. Last year we stayed here and the connect was perfectly fine.
Thanks
Ulia
Ulia, 10-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 22, 2024
Property was a good value. Room a fair overall it was a good hotel
Ricardo
Ricardo, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 3, 2025
Will stay again when here
Large, clean rooms. Happily surprised- was hardly in room so was a great value compared to other rooms here - nice bfast room too can get toast, cereal & juice in a.m. before heading out. Head over to the pier - drive right on, first 90 mins free. Then next door at the SB Harbor is the SB Waterfront walkway around the harbor.
Irene
Irene, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 6, 2024
Was a quiet spot.
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 2, 2024
We enjoyed our stay at the SandPiper. The hotel was clean. The staff was friendly. The breakfast was delicious.
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 26, 2024
Good value, good location, easy access to freeway yet quiet and within steps of beautiful residential neighborhood….
Alexander
Alexander, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 4, 2025
Great lodge
Amazed at the price, comfort and location.
10 out of 10
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 16, 2024
Good value.
Adequate and a nice breakfast area. Friendly people, older faculty facility but in good condition.