Waterfront
Santa Barbara
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
Top hotels in Waterfront
Hotel Santa Barbara
"LOVE this hotel and cannot wait to come back and stay again. The whole place felt like a serene spa with the cleanliness and aromatics radiating throughout the property and each floor. The little details such as the hydration station to refill water bottles and the pump hand soap instead of bar soap ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
"Staff were all great and helpful. Breakfast was simple and got the job done (yogurt, coffee, danish, waffles etc.). Cookies and coffee in the afternoon were yummy. Beds were comfy and room was clean. The location was great and very walkable to the beach, pier, and state street. We will stay ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
"There was a cockroach in our bathroom."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
"We’ve stayed here once before and liked it very much. We like the old school vibe, FREE parking, reasonable prices, included basic breakfast. The beds were a little soft for our taste (and comfort) but everything else was fine. We’ll undoubtedly stay here again."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
The Milo
"Great location. Loved the rooms and all of the outdoor areas to hang out."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
"The hotel is little outdated."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Waterfront
Santa Barbara Beach
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.
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 West Beach are top sights worth seeing.
