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Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

421 South Milpas Street, Santa Barbara, CA, United States View Map

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Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

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Comfortable Accommodations Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel in Santa Barbara offers air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, free WiFi, and sea views. Each room includes a refrigerator, microwave, TV, and parquet floors. Leisure Facilities Guests can relax on the sun terrace or enjoy the year-round outdoor swimming pool. The property features an outdoor seating area, picnic spots, and a fireplace. Free on-site private parking is available. Convenient Location East Beach is a 2-minute walk away, while Corridan Gallery lies 0.6 mi from the inn. Santa Barbara Airport is 11 mi distant. Nearby attractions include Stearns Wharf and the Santa Barbara City College. Activities and Surroundings Guests can engage in hiking, cycling, boating, and enjoy sea views from the terrace. The surrounding area offers opportunities for outdoor activities.

253 Reviews

8.0Very Good
Cleanliness
8.5
Staff
8.4
Location
9.2

What Guests Say

  • “All employees were very helpful as are the owners. Loved the cleanliness of the room. Very quiet at atmosphere day and night.”
  • “Nothing the office was closed before 8pm on the day I was to check in! Never got in the room card was billed got no refund”
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Top Amenities

  • Swimming Pool
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible Rooms / Facilities
  • Pets Allowed
  • Beachfront
  • Non-Smoking Rooms
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King Room with Pool View, Fireplace1/4

King Room with Pool View, Fireplace

205 sqft • 1 King

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King Room with Kitchen, Patio1/4

King Room with Kitchen, Patio

205 sqft • 1 King

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King Room with Sea View, Upstairs1/4

King Room with Sea View, Upstairs

248 sqft • 1 King

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Double Queen Room with Pool View, Kitchen1/4

Double Queen Room with Pool View, Kitchen

205 sqft • 2 Double

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Double Queen Room, Pool View1/4

Double Queen Room, Pool View

248 sqft • 2 Double

  • Air conditioning
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Double Queen Room with Pool View, Fireplace1/4

Double Queen Room with Pool View, Fireplace

205 sqft • 2 Double

  • Air conditioning
  • Bath or Shower
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  • Closet

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    What Guests Loved

    8
    Very Good

    Based on 253 reviews

    Location

    9.2

    Cleanliness

    8.5

    Staff

    8.4

    Overall Quality

    7.8

    Pros +

    • All employees were very helpful as are the owners. Loved the cleanliness of the room. Very quiet at atmosphere day and night.
    • Nothing the office was closed before 8pm on the day I was to check in! Never got in the room card was billed got no refund
    • The room was clean, and the staff was excellent. Bed was very comfortable and the area was quiet.

    Cons -

    • Very unsafe- all keys for all rooms are in a lockbox accessible to anyone checking in after the lobby closes. No deadbolt on the room door. No iron.
    • Everything ! They were not even there.
    • Very overpriced for a nothing motel. Ocean view is looking out a tiny corner of window. Had to park on street.
    Business Traveler (15)Solo Traveler (46)Traveling as Couple (199)Family with Young Children (134)Senior Traveler (1)Group Traveler (42)Total (392)
    1Verified guestPosted on: 3-18-2025

    Very unsafe- all keys for all rooms are in a lockbox accessible to anyone checking in after the lobby closes. No deadbolt on the room door. No iron.

    10LisaPosted on: 2-6-2025

    All employees were very helpful as are the owners. Loved the cleanliness of the room. Very quiet at atmosphere day and night.

    1ByronPosted on: 10-4-2024

    Nothing the office was closed before 8pm on the day I was to check in! Never got in the room card was billed got no refund

    Everything ! They were not even there.

    1Verified guestPosted on: 6-27-2024

    Very overpriced for a nothing motel. Ocean view is looking out a tiny corner of window. Had to park on street.

    9KenPosted on: 1-22-2024

    The room was clean, and the staff was excellent. Bed was very comfortable and the area was quiet.

    No, everything was fine

    9Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 3-27-2023

    Staff was awesome, room was very clean and up to date

    Room was smaller than expected but still a good experience

    10Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 11-3-2022

    Wonderful place. I was greeted wonderfully by staff. They were able to accomidate my needs with advance notice. The rooms were very nice and clean. Loved that they offer complimentary coffee the nex morning. Overall very pleased.

    7Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 6-25-2022

    Location is perfect.

    It¿s a 4 star hotel but with not clean towels and sheets (very obvious stains, more than 5!) the room is super small¿ overall it¿s like a motel.

    10SelinaPosted on: 3-9-2022

    Rooms were clean, bed was comfortable, woke up to views of the beach. Everything was 5 mins driving distance. I like staying at bigger hotels, but this inn had such a cute room, felt intimate & homey. Perfect for couples, dogs allowed, no parking fees!

    This location had front view walking distance to the beach only, I wish we could have walked to all the bars and restaurants but that would mean we would have to book our hotel on state street. But it was fine driving because it was only 5 mins away.

    1PaulPosted on: 12-19-2020

    It was close-ish to food.

    - hair in shower - TV didn't work - horrible location - no toilet paper (seriously...none) - lady at front desk check-in should NOT be working there

    2Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 4-12-2020

    Great price

    For the entire two days I spent there I kept hearing this loud banging noise about every two minutes or so. It kept me up at night and startled me quite. A few times as well. So I was a quite disappointed.

    7BenPosted on: 2-9-2020

    In no way is this hotel a four star hotel. No elevator, no one to help with baggage, no bar/restaurant/room service, no fitness center. If you are looking for a four star hotel this is NOT the place.

    Very far from the description of the hotel. Disappointment.

    1EddiePosted on: 11-12-2024

    I paid --- bucks!!! To stay at this place , that isn't better than motel 6!! This is a complete rip off and SCAM!!!

    10ArthurPosted on: 10-26-2022

    Great location and the whole property was very clean

    10Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 12-17-2021

    Clean and modern room design. Great for short stays.

    10Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 10-3-2020

    Staff, location

    The beds we not as comfortable

    10AmeeraPosted on: 2-17-2020

    I loved the character of the hotel!

    Nope :)

    1JennyPosted on: 1-19-2026

    Close to beach

    The tv didn’t workThe room smelled like fecesThe door blows open( no lock!)LoudThe mini fridge hums loud all night long1 roll of TP2 towelsUnfriendly office

    10LorinPosted on: 1-15-2026

    The suite was really cozy and comfortable. It was nice to have a little kitchen with a full fridge and freezer. The bathroom was great with a really good shower. Location is terrific.

    Coffee system was interesting.

    7RichardPosted on: 1-6-2026

    The location is great and the small kitchen was very useful

    Got locked out twice and there was no staff to help us get into our room for over 30 minutes in the middle of day and evening

    Amenities & Policies

    Amenities

    Swimming & Soaking

    • Beachfront
    • Swimming Pool
    • Fence around pool
    • Heated pool
    • Outdoor pool

    Media & Technology

    • Free Internet Access

    Transportation

    • Free Parking
    • Accessible parking

    Health & Safety

    • Health Services
    • Daily disinfection

    Accessibility

    • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
    • Accessible toilet
    • Facilities for disabled guests available
    • Wheelchair accessible

    General

    • Pets Allowed
    • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
    • Lower bathroom sinks available

    Guest policies

    Check-inAfter 4:00 PM
    Check-outBefore 11:00 AM
    InternetFree Wi-Fi is available.
    ParkingFree parking is available.
    Children & Extra BedsChildren of all ages are welcome.
    PetsPets are allowed. Charges may apply.
    Room RatesAll rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted.

    Important info

    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.

    Location

    Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

    421 South Milpas Street, Santa Barbara, CA

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