About this property
Beachfront Location: Cliff House Inn in Carpinteria offers direct beachfront access with a private beach area. Guests enjoy stunning sea views and a swimming pool with a view. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms, balconies, and modern amenities such as free WiFi, air-conditioning, and flat-screen TVs. Additional facilities include a sun terrace, garden, and free on-site parking. Dining Experience: The romantic restaurant serves seafood brunch, lunch, and dinner. Outdoor seating areas and a picnic area provide relaxing spaces. Nearby Attractions: Mussel Shoals Beach is just a few steps away, while Santa Barbara Airport is 30 mi from the inn. Other attractions include the University of California, Santa Barbara (31 mi) and the Santa Barbara Museum of Art (21 mi).
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Beachfront
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Private beach area
Availability
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Stephanie
United States
“Views and ambience are excellent, love the tranquility and freedom to roam on the grounds. These are the reasons I come back here.” - Maryellen
United States
“Brian & all staff we interacted with were great. The location was phenomenal & having Shoals Restaurant on property was over the top. I will definitely be back.” - Maxine
United States
“Fantastic Ocean front property, hidden gem. Awesome restaurant on site(closed Monday) Continental breakfast was good hard boiled eggs, bagels and cream cheese, hot coffee. Watch the dolphins whilst you enjoy breakfast outside by the sea. Full...” - Victoria
United States
“The view is superb! The cozy dining area outside was great! Quiet property was nice too! Staff did a great job of keeping the place clean, and well kept.” - Jennifer
United States
“Location was beautiful. I wish I could’ve got down to the water though. It was kind of trippy when I was in the pool and there were people eating dinner all dressed up but still very nice.” - Claudia
United States
“Outstanding location, right on the ocean. Very rare for a property in this price range. Small enough property to allow for a sense of peace and quiet. Beautiful pool, great restaurant.” - Bernardita
United States
“Restaurant, pool , patio , the view and the staff.” - Pam
United States
“The view The restaurant is right there and you can sit outside by the sea Nice staff” - Kerri
United States
“The food at Shoals Restaurant was excellent! The NY steak was the best ever. The complimentary breakfast wonderful. Our ocean view room great. The staff was friendly & more than helpful:) Will definitely be back again!!!” - Steve
United States
“Dinner was excellant, rooms were older, but clean, view was excellant, nice get away inn.”
Area info
Restaurants
- The Shoals Restaurant
- CuisineSeafood
- Open forBrunch • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbienceRomantic
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.




The fine print
The restaurant is not open for lunch on Mondays.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Cliff House Inn of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.