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Overview

Set in Santa Barbara, Blue Sands Inn is a short walk from Santa Barbara Zoo and features an outdoor pool. Guests can also take advantage of free Wi-Fi access throughout their stay.

There are a range of amenities available to those staying at the inn, including a concierge, bicycle rental and a terrace. Guests can also enjoy canoeing, fishing and scuba diving.

The inn's rooms are comfortable and feature a kitchenette that is equipped with an oven, a microwave and a refrigerator. They each offer a DVD player and tea and coffee making facilities.

Blue Sands Inn is within a half-an-hour walk of Santa Barbara Amtrak Station. Guests will find plenty to see and do in the local area, with Santa Barbara Museum of Art, Presidio State Historic Park and Mission Santa Barbara a brief drive away.

8.2
Very good
860 reviews

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Amenities at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

  • Snorkeling
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet

Reviews of Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

8.2
Very good
860 verified ratings
Wonderful
470
Very good
149
Good
108
Okay
35
Fair
39
Mediocre
21
Poor
38

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Most guests praised the hotel's excellent location, often mentioning proximity to the beach and local attractions. The pool and friendly staff were also highlighted as positives. However, several reviews noted concerns with value for price, with some guests feeling the hotel was overpriced for what was offered. Cleanliness and service received mixed feedback, with both positive and negative comments. Overall, the location and amenities such as the pool stood out as the main strengths of the hotel.
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Location10 out of 10
Pool8.5 out of 10
Cleanliness5 out of 10
Service5 out of 10
Value for Price3.5 out of 10
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Location

421 South Milpas Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Zoo0.5 mi
  • Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center0.9 mi
  • Stearns Wharf0.9 mi
  • West Beach1.1 mi
  • Andalucia Building1.2 mi
  • Santa Barbara Historical Museum1.4 mi
  • Presidio State Historic Park1.5 mi
  • Santa Barbara Bowl1.7 mi
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse1.7 mi
  • Janssens-Orella-Birk Building1.7 mi
  • Santa Barbara Museum of Art1.8 mi
  • Karpeles Manuscript Library1.8 mi

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Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

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April
November
$255
$576
Cheapest month to stay with an average 59% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 59% rise in price.
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Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Which month has the cheapest rates at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

The cheapest month to stay at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel is February, with an average nightly rate of $194. The most expensive month is October at $491 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

The cheapest day to book Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel is Sunday, with an average nightly rate of $209. The most expensive day is Saturday at $655 per night.

How far in advance should you book Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

To get the best price at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel, book around 8 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 38% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in April and August.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel, plan to stay on a Sunday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $209, while the most expensive was $574.
  • How long should you stay at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

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

    Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel is located at 421 South Milpas Street, 1.7 miles from the center of Santa Barbara. Santa Barbara Zoo is the closest landmark to Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

    Check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel.

  • Does Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel offer free parking?

    Yes, Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel offers free parking.

  • How far is Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel from the airport?

    Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel is 9.6 miles from Santa Barbara. Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel is 55.6 miles from Santa Maria Public.

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

    Yes, Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel has a pool onsite.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel in Santa Barbara and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel.

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Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

1.7 mi
Santa Barbara
9.6 mi