See all properties
Save

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

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

Choose dates to view prices

your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

Photo gallery for Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

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

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The price is AED 455
AED 519 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 January 2025

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 9 of 9 rooms

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Pool View (Ground Floor) | In-room safe, individually decorated, blackout drapes

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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 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) | In-room safe, individually decorated, blackout drapes

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

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Private bathroom
  • 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) | In-room safe, individually decorated, blackout drapes

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

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 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) | In-room safe, individually decorated, blackout drapes

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

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Private bathroom
  • 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) | In-room safe, individually decorated, blackout drapes

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

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
  • 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
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Private bathroom
  • 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) | In-room safe, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, Fireplace, Ocean View (Upstairs)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
  • 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 drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Private bathroom
  • 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 drapes

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

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Similar properties

Property entrance

Hotel Milo Santa Barbara

Pool
Hot Tub
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1258)
The price is AED 588
AED 671 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 January 2025
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara

About the neighborhood

Map
421 South Milpas Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103

What's nearby

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

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 8 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 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

Upscale motel near Santa Barbara Zoo
Located close to Cabrillo Pavillion and Chase Palm Park, Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel provides a terrace. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, an area shuttle, and concierge services
  • A water dispenser, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Free offsite parking
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 0.01 miles
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Microwave
  • Outdoor pool
  • Refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Pool sun 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.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room accessibility
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Fan
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Individually decorated
  • 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 available

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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Motel
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Santa Barbara
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Motel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 30 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel located?

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, this beach motel is within a 5-minute walk of Chase Palm Park and Cabrillo Pavillion. Santa Barbara Zoo and Andree Clark Bird Refuge are also within 15 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 27 minutes by foot.

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 455 out of 767 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 193 out of 767 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 767 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 767 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 767 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Tori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kirk

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good property for price. Great location. Nice staff, although gone at 8:00 pm. Property could use some deferred maintenance help, minor things mostly (bathroom window top down ~1” wouldn’t stay up, A shower conditioner dispenser did not dispense).
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Amenities
The front desk staff were very helpful. We had something unexpected come up at home, and they were kind and supportive. They were kind to our dog. We stayed for 6 nights, in #5 which seemed to be one of the best rooms, so we were glad. The rooms and the lobby are very clean; the pool is heated to the perfect temperature!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

ryan

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

4/10 Poor

Victor

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

10/10 Excellent

Vera, Jamaica Plain

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

Traveled 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

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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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