Montecito Travel Guide

Santa Barbara

Montecito
Photo by Heather Kennedy
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Photo by Michael Gallagher | Couple's Coordinates
Photo by Heather Kennedy
Photo by Heather Kennedy

Popular places to visit

Butterfly Beach

Butterfly Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Butterfly Beach during your travels in Santa Barbara? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.

Butterfly Beach
Miramar Beach

Miramar Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Miramar Beach during your trip to Santa Barbara? Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Miramar Beach

Westmont College

Explore the campus of Westmont College as part of your travels around Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens in the area.

Westmont College

Lotusland

Explore the great outdoors at Lotusland, a lovely green space in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Lotusland

Montecito Village Shopping Center

You can do some window-shopping at Montecito Village Shopping Center during your stay in Santa Barbara. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Montecito Village Shopping Center

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church

After visiting Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church

Things to do

Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour

Rp461.160
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour
Helicopter Beach Tour

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Rp1.136.430
per adult
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

Rp952.128
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop
Santa Barbara Coastal Cruise

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Rp627.912
per adult
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara: eBike rental full day

Santa Barbara: eBike rental full day

Rp1.152.900
per adult
Santa Barbara: eBike rental full day
Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy

Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy

Rp411.750
per adult
Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy
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Top hotels in Montecito

Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach

5 out of 5
1759 South Jameson Lane, Montecito, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is Rp26.873.822 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
Rp26.873.822
Rp32.672.333 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (283 reviews)
"One of the best properties I’ve stayed at. Beautiful and clean . Service is excellent."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Rosewood Miramar Beach
Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn

4 out of 5
1295 Coast Village Rd, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.987.640 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
Rp2.987.640
Rp4.103.026 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a fitness centre, on-site spa services and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Great location. Rooms could use some updating. One thing I did not like is when taking a shower the temperature of the water would fluctuate, sometimes very hot then cold then back to normal."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025

Montecito Inn
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

2.5 out of 5
1188 Coast Village Road, Santa Barbara, CA
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"We love the proximity of this inn to Westmont College and downtown Montecito restaurants and shops. Quaint inn with nice pool."

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

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Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
533 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is Rp3.383.004 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
Rp3.383.004
Rp3.933.892 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,042 reviews)
"The re-model is very nice. Rooms are a little dark but that is the vibe. Bed was comfortable. State St side was a bit noisy but we were warned! Loved the bath products and the kettle/coffee set up were a nice touch. Front desk staff was very helpful."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Hotel Santa Barbara
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is Rp1.692.989 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
Rp1.692.989
Rp1.930.008 total
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,883 reviews)
"We selected the Sandpiper based on reviews, location to the airport & price. Check-in was easy and there was someone there to take our keys when we checked out at 3:30 am! The room was clean & comfortable. The mattress was comfortable. Appreciated the small round table with two chairs and the upholstered ..."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Sandpiper Lodge
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 out of 5
4111 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is Rp2.622.484 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
Rp2.622.484
Rp3.097.021 total
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Hotel was very clean and staff very helpful. No shopping near by and not an area to walk in. Near freeways, so no walking."

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
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Other neighbourhoods around Montecito

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Hedgerow

While Hedgerow isn't home to many top sights, Miramar Beach and Casa Del Herrero are some notable places to visit nearby.

Hedgerow
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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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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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Waterfront

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

Waterfront
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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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