Eastside Travel Guide
Santa Barbara
Visit Eastside
Things to do

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour

Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Top hotels in Eastside

Hotel Santa Barbara
"All good"
Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

Sandpiper Lodge
"Reasonably priced hotel with no frills, clean room. Staff was friendly and welcoming. The location is convenient with nearby bus routes to take you to the beach, downtown, etc. Plenty of eateries and shops nearby. Pool and jacuzzi were clean and relaxing in the evening."
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
"I didn’t use laundry room Breakfast & room and staff clean and workers nice I like to again Only next room make a lot of noise But that’s all about visitors"
Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
"Stayed at this property for the Fourth of July. It was incredibly convenient. Right by the beach within walking distance of the fireworks display and everything else. Property was pretty quiet. I stayed on the third floor. The king bed was really nice and everything was very clean. I would totally ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
"Extra blanket"
Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

Beachside Inn
"Staff was non-existent. Had an issue with the room. Front desk took 30 minutes to respond. He was asleep. Finally maintenance arrived to fix an issue . They claimed it has “happened in the past” yet they haven’t resolved it? This place is trash for the amount you have to pay. Finally, the manager ..."
Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Eastside

Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and East Beach.

Montecito
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.

Downtown Santa Barbara
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.

West Beach
If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach 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.






















