Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel, Santa Barbara | Explore Room Options, Reviews & Pricing for 2025

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About the Hotel

421 South Milpas Street, Santa Barbara, California, United States

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel, a 4-star property in East Beach, features concierge service and free WiFi throughout. This locally-owned establishment dedicates every aspect to supporting local artists and artisans.

Modern Room Amenities

Each room at Blue Sands Inn features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, private bathroom with shower, and free toiletries. Select rooms include fireplaces, while all units offer kitchenettes equipped with refrigerators and microwaves.

Local Dining Options

Convivo Restaurant, just steps away, serves wood-fired pizzas and Mediterranean cuisine with a Happy Hour. The Harbor Restaurant on Wharf provides seafood options, while Tri-county Produce market one block away offers local fresh foods and gourmet items.

Beach Activities Available

The beaches provide opportunities for surfing, kayaking, volleyball, and swimming. The Santa Ynez mountains feature miles of trails leading to waterfalls and rock formations, while Blue Sands Inn staff arrange whale watching trips and outdoor adventure tours.

Central Beach Location

Located in one of Santa Barbara's most sought-after neighborhoods, the property sits 0.5 miles from Santa Barbara Zoo and 1 miles from Stearns Wharf. The nearest airport is 11 miles away, while cultural highlights include Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double Queen Room Pool View Kitchen

Max:

4 persons

205 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 Double beds

Pool view

Shower

Heating

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Queen Room Sea View

Max:

2 persons

205 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Sea view

Shower

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King Room Sea View Upstairs

Max:

2 persons

250 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Sea view

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Getting around

Available transportation options

City Centre

Santa Barbara 1.5 mi

Airports

Santa Barbara (SBA) 13.8 mi

Presidente Itamar Franco (iza) 31.4 mi

Train

Santa Barbara Amtrak 1.2 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Wi-Fi

Parking

Off-site car park

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
VIP check-in/ -out
Concierge desk
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Diving
Snorkelling
Canoeing
Hiking
Horseback riding
Cycling
Golf course
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Housekeeping

Dining

Outdoor dining area
Picnic area/ Tables

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Heated swimming pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Sun loungers
Sun terrace

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Dining table

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

421 South Milpas Street, Santa Barbara, California, United States

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421 South Milpas Street, Santa Barbara, California, United States

City landmarks

Harbour

Stearns Wharf

1.3 mi

Zoo

Santa Barbara Zoo

2300 ft

Museum

MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation

1.2 mi

211 Stearns Wharf

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

1.2 mi

Park

Santa Barbara County Courthouse

1.7 mi

706 E Mason St

Santa Barbara Art Glass

3800 ft

Yanonali Street

Funk Zone

4500 ft

132-A Harbor Way

Santa Barbara Harbor

1.5 mi

Nature reserve

Andree Clark Bird Refuge

4200 ft

Park

Chase Palm Park

4500 ft

Winery

Santa Barbara Wine Collective

1.1 mi

Chapala St & Montecito Street

Moreton Bay Fig Tree

1.4 mi

Museum

Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

1.5 mi

Museum

Santa Barbara Historical Museum

1.4 mi

Park

Ambassador Park

1.3 mi

401 Shoreline Dr

Los Banos Del Mar

1.4 mi

714 Bond Ave

Santa Barbara Channel

5300 ft

217 State St

Reagan Ranch Center

1.3 mi

Park

Shipwreck Playground

3400 ft

Museum

Santa Barbara Museum of Art

1.8 mi

223 E Cabrillo Blvd

Herschell Carousel

3800 ft

16 Helena Ave

Santa Barbara Surfing Museum

5000 ft

216 East Yanonali Street

Metropulos Fine Foods Merchant

5100 ft

122 W Canon Perdido St # 122

Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum

1.7 mi

Park

El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park

1.5 mi

129 Castillo St

Carriage and Western Art Museum

1.4 mi

500 E Montecito St

Visit Santa Barbara

4500 ft

Beach

West Beach

1.2 mi

Nearby

800 E Cabrillo Blvd

The Cabrillo Ball Park

900 ft

Beach

East Beach

2000 ft

Restaurants

Marbella

1300 ft

1111 E Cabrillo Blvd Hyatt Hotel Santa Barbara

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