Waterfront Travel Guide
Santa Barbara





Visit Waterfront
Stay near popular Waterfront attractions
Things to do

Santa Barbara: High Ropes Adventure Course

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Highlights Private 2-Hour Driving Tour
Top hotels in Waterfront

Hotel Santa Barbara
"Stayed here on a Thursday night, soooooo much street noise. The room itself was clean and comfortable."
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
"Air conditioning, parking and staff"
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
"Front desk was confused, didn't seem like they knew what"
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

Sandpiper Lodge
"Nice stay"
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Where to stay in Waterfront

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
























