Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Barbara
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Popular places to visit
Santa Barbara Zoo
Why not meet the animals who call Santa Barbara Zoo home during your holiday in Santa Barbara? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Santa Barbara Harbor
Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Stearns Wharf
Explore the waterfront of Stearns Wharf and enjoy other activities such as cycling in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
East Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at East Beach during your trip to Santa Barbara? Stroll along the seaside or seek out the cycling trails.
West Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, West Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Santa Barbara. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the cycling trails.
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center during your trip to Santa Barbara. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
Things to do
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Top hotels in Santa Barbara Beach
Inn By The Harbor
The room was really nice, very spacious and was able to move around with ease. Front desk was so helpful in letting us know all the amenities they offer like their happy wine hour, media selections and locals eats.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Walking distance to so much in Santa Barbara, clean, quiet, friendly staff!
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Beachside Inn
The room was larger than we expected. Very clean room, staff was friendly, easy check in. Very walkable and convenient location.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
The Milo
Our room was perfect and the staff accommodated us well when I asked for things to be a little extra special for my wife and Is anniversary. Also loved the nightly smores!
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Riviera Beach House
Great staff and location!
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Great location! Staff was excellent and very helpful.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Barbara Beach
Waterfront
If you're spending some time in Waterfront, East Beach and Santa Barbara Harbor are top sights worth seeing.
East Beach
East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.
The Funk Zone
Travellers come to The Funk Zone for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Art Foundry while you're in town.
Lower State
While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Paseo Nuevo Mall.
Eastside
While Eastside isn't home to many top sights, Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
West Beach
If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and Carriage and Western Art Museum are top sights worth seeing.
