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 beautiful beaches 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
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop
Top hotels in Waterfront
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
This facility has everything one needs for a great stay. Clean rooms, grounds that are kept clean and taken care of, excellent staff, and a great breakfast bar! Thx you!
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Hotel Santa Barbara
Great location, clean, and easy access.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Nice clean property, friendly staff, ample choices for breakfast. Great ambiance
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Sandpiper Lodge
Room was very clean and comfy bed.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Beautiful setting.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
I chose this Best Western because of their reputation and past visits. But this trip was even better. The staff, and I do mean ALL of the Staff were "Off the Chart" AWESOME!!! They truly made me feel at home, safe, and valued. "Thank You All."
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
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.
