The Funk Zone Travel Guide

Santa Barbara

Photo by Theresa McLaird
Photo by Theresa McLaird

Popular places to visit

Santa Barbara Zoo

Santa Barbara Zoo

Why not meet the animals who call Santa Barbara Zoo home during your holiday in Santa Barbara? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Zoo
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
Stearns Wharf

Stearns Wharf

Explore the waterfront of Stearns Wharf and enjoy other activities such as cycling in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Stearns Wharf
Santa Barbara County Courthouse featuring a luxury hotel or resort and heritage architecture

Santa Barbara County Courthouse

See the best views of Santa Barbara and enjoy a stunning variety of architectural styles at the city’s historic courthouse.

Santa Barbara County Courthouse
Upper State Street

Upper State Street

During your visit to Santa Barbara, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Upper State Street. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Upper State Street
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 walkable area.

Butterfly Beach

Things to do

Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour

Rp571.200
per adult
Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour
Helicopter Beach Tour

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Rp1.126.080
per adult
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Santa Barbara Coastal Cruise

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Rp624.240
per adult
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

Rp946.560
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop
Nothing better than a Santa Barbara sunset on the water

Sunset Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)

Rp1.452.480
per adult
Sunset Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
Santa Barbara: eBike rental full day

Santa Barbara: eBike rental full day

Rp1.142.400
per adult
Santa Barbara: eBike rental full day
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Top hotels in The Funk Zone

Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian

5 out of 5
36 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp12.224.868 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
Rp12.224.868
Rp14.801.031 total
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (898 reviews)
"The staff was super friendly and exceptional and the rooms gorgeous! Big and spacious, white marble bathrooms, the most comfy bed and bedding. Loved everything about it!!!"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Hotel Californian
Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House

3.5 out of 5
121 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is Rp4.371.926 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp4.371.926
Rp4.992.521 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Pros: staff and facilities, including bed were excellent. Agree with other reviewers regarding the shower/water situation; other than that rooms are small though neat and clean. Cons: Room next to us had a dog that was barking at night for over an hour; finally complained to the front desk and it ..."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Riviera Beach House
Moxy Santa Barbara

Moxy Santa Barbara

3.5 out of 5
12 E Montecito Street, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is Rp3.746.898 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp3.746.898
Rp4.278.770 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (800 reviews)
"Great property, rooms are a little quirky but facility is great overall and the location is perfect."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

Moxy Santa Barbara
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 Rp2.628.555 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp2.628.555
Rp3.001.679 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 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 Rp4.461.427 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
Rp4.461.427
Rp5.136.850 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"We really liked this hotel, we will be returning and recommending it to the people we know. The attention that the staff gave was very well too.👍👍"

Reviewed on 4 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 Rp3.050.998 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
Rp3.050.998
Rp3.545.107 total
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! (1,018 reviews)
"The room was very nice, with high, beamed ceilings and the property had a beautiful pond with fish, turtles and ducks. Great for kids. They even have duck food available for purchase - just make sure you bring your quarters."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
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Other neighbourhoods around The Funk Zone

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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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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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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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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
Santa Barbara featuring a coastal town

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

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

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

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