Upper East Travel Guide
Santa Barbara





Visit Upper East
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 Upper East

Orange Tree Inn
"Чисто хорошо удобно 👍, но можно и подешевле."
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Simpson House Inn
"This stay did not meet expectations, especially given the price paid. The room was extremely cold, and despite my requests, the air conditioning continued running at full blast. In the middle of the night I was shivering so badly that I had to contact the front desk and request a room change the ..."
Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Hotel Santa Barbara
"Beautiful hotel with comfortable upgraded rooms, bikes to borrow, even a sparkling water dispenser on each floor."
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Sandpiper Lodge
"Location, pool, hottub, breakfast, in room fridge& microwave---great value for price!"
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
"Well, when this place was a Motel 6, it was great, and now it sucks. -Stained sheets -Used hand towels that had just been wrapped back up -Room smelled at stale smoke -Air conditioner had a mildew smell -Toilet barely flushed and when it did, it made a screaming sound I informed the front desk and ..."
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
"This is a beautiful property with lovely gardens and a great pool area. Hidden gem for the price!"
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Upper East

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.
























