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30th

Out of 107

Blue Sands Motel	Average Daily Rate: NA Check Rates

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421 South Milpas Street

Santa Barbara, 93103 View map

4-Star Hotel Rank: 4 of 6
Average review rating: 4.2

OpinionWell Value Index: NA

Traveler reviews analyzed: TripAdvisor (86) , YahooTravel (7)

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1. loved the easy access to the beach, but kind of expected more bang for the buck.

"Close to the beach, far from center " Read full review on TripAdvisor 3/19/2012 Vote

2. Caring staff, clean rooms with kitchens, super close to East beach - love this place.

"Great little place! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 2/16/2012 Vote

3. It's a 20 minute walk to State Street and all the action, but the walk along the beach is lovely and if you prefer an easier walk there's always the sidewalk which stretches along the entire beach.

"Clean and reasonably priced! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 11/11/2011 Vote

4. We love that the place is dog friendly, and it's nice that there is a pool, free parking, and the staff seemed very friendly.

"Fine room, uncomfortable beds " Read full review on TripAdvisor 9/11/2011 Vote

5. We loved the suite.

"Lovely and convenient " Read full review on TripAdvisor 6/15/2011 Vote

6. We love this motel.

"We always stay here! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 4/15/2011 Vote

7. LOVE YOU JH and LENA.

"Best Motel/B&B in Santa Barbara! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 4/13/2011 Vote

8. A gas fireplace, a lovely big TV and even a wine cooler.

"Lots to recommend but a couple drawbacks. " Read full review on TripAdvisor 1/14/2011 Vote

9. We had room #10, upstairs on the end, and loved that we had a bit of an ocean view both from our room and the chairs in front of the room.

"Lots to recommend but a couple drawbacks. " Read full review on TripAdvisor 1/14/2011 Vote

10. With all the new modern features - especially loved the bathroom - the horrible bedspread stuck out like a sore thumb.

"Great little hotel - location, price, friendly service. We'll be back! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 4/3/2009 Vote