Waterfront

Santa Barbara

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Popular places to visit

Santa Barbara Harbor

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.

Santa Barbara Harbor
Leadbetter Beach

Leadbetter Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Leadbetter Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Santa Barbara. While you're in the area, stroll along the marina.

Leadbetter Beach
East Beach

East Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at East Beach during your trip to Santa Barbara? Stroll along the waterfront or seek out the cycling trails.

East Beach

Cabrillo Pavillion

Cabrillo Pavillion is just one of the places to see in Santa Barbara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the waterfront or seek out the cycling trails.

Cabrillo Pavillion

Chase Palm Park

Chase Palm Park is just one of the places to see in Santa Barbara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

Chase Palm Park

Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

Explore the lovely green spaces of Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center and enjoy the cycling trails in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

Things to do

Checking out the sea lions

Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)

€47
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara

Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara

€163
per traveller
Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Electric Bike Rentals

Santa Barbara Electric Bike Rentals

€23
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Electric Bike Rentals
Picture 1 for Activity West Beach: Kayak Rental

West Beach: Kayak Rental

€13
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
West Beach: Kayak Rental
Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental

Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental

€13
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental
Santa Barbara Kayak Tour with a view of the Mountains and Stearns Warf

Kayak Tour of Santa Barbara with Experienced Guide

€47
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kayak Tour of Santa Barbara with Experienced Guide
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Top hotels in Waterfront

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

4 out of 5
633 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is €308 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€308
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 6 outdoor pickleball courts. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (52 reviews)
"Been there"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

3 out of 5
3850 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is €157 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
€157
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Nice staff and very helpful"

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
533 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is €246 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
€246
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"Newly revamped. The lobby is chic SoCal style and the rooms are super cozy. It felt like a boutique hotel in the center of SB at State street. Short walk to the beach. A+!"

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Hotel Santa Barbara
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
4770 Calle Real, Hwy 101 and Turnpike Road, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is €185 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
€185
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"I like this hotel very much. The only dissapointment was no room cleaning the second day even though I requested and the desk said it will be scheduled. It dis not happen. Coming back to an uncleaned room is vey unpleasant."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

3 out of 5
306 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is €243 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
€243
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,050 reviews)
"Rooms are clean and property is conveniently located in town. Service is impeccable - they are on top of it! Great stay."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €131 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
€131
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,724 reviews)
Enjoyed my time at Sandpiper
"Great location, friendly service. Loved the amenities including the continental breakfast. Would absolutely stay again."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Sandpiper Lodge
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Other neighbourhoods around Waterfront

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Santa Barbara Beach

4.5/5(67 area reviews)

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

Santa Barbara Beach
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East Beach

4.5/5(18 area reviews)

East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

East Beach
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The Funk Zone

5/5(6 area reviews)

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.

The Funk Zone
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Lower State

5/5(2 area reviews)

While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Moreton Bay Fig Tree.

Lower State
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Eastside

While Eastside isn't home to many top sights, Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Eastside
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West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum are top sights worth seeing.

West Beach

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