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Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Santa Barbara California
Check in 4:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM
Bring your furry friend to a home away from home at Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel, where every tail wag is welcomed with open arms, you'll be steps from Chase Palm Park and 4 minutes by foot from Cabrillo Pavillion. This beach motel is 15 minutes walk to Andree Clark Bird Refuge and 15 minutes walk to Santa Barbara Zoo.

Enjoy hassle-free stays with complimentary high-speed WiFi, daily housekeeping, air conditioning, mini-refrigerator, cable & satellite channels, a private bathroom with premium toiletries, a 40-inch flat-screen TV and a private balcony, thoughtful room features designed to suit every guest. Conveniences include wheelchair-accessibility, a full kitchen, an in-room safe and a desk.

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Property Details

Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this motel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a picnic area. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge) that operates within 0.01 miles.

  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Fishing nearby
  • Free parking nearby
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Picnic area
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Luggage storage
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Water dispenser
  • Smoke-free property
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Free self parking
  • Terrace
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Bicycle rentals on site
  • Concierge services
  • Year Built - 1953
  • Number of buildings/towers - 1
  • Total number of rooms - 12
  • Number of floors - 2

Check-in

Check-in is from 4:00 PM until 10:00 PM. Guests must be at least 18 to check-in.

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

  • 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Other details

Featured amenities include luggage storage and a water dispenser. Free self parking is available onsite.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Chase Palm Park - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
East Beach - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Cabrillo Pavillion - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Santa Barbara Zoo - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Andree Clark Bird Refuge - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Cabrillo Bike Path - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Santa Barbara Channel - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Santa Barbara Cemetery - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
West Beach - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Santa Barbara Art Foundry - 2 km / 1.2 mi
MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Stearns Wharf - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Reagan Ranch Center - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Santa Barbara Deep Sea - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
The nearest airports are:
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 18.5 km / 11.5 mi
Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 50.4 km / 31.3 mi
Oxnard, CA (OXR) - 56 km / 34.8 mi

  • Contactless check-out is available.

Hotel policies

General

  • Professional property host/manager
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • By ocean
  • Beach nearby
  • Essential workers only - NO
  • No elevators

Pets

  • Maximum number of pets per room 2
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Pets allowed

Other charges

  • Pet fee: USD 40 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.

Location

421 South Milpas Street, Santa Barbara, California 93103, United States
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