Presidio Neighborhood Travel Guide

Santa Barbara

A traditional building with a thatched roof and white walls.
A rustic dining room with a wooden table, chairs, a wooden bookshelf, and a painting on the wall.
A cactus with green pads and small red fruits.
An ornate church interior with intricate wall decorations, a central altar, and statues.
A white, dome-shaped structure with a brick base, surrounded by trees and a building with a red-tiled roof.

Stay near popular Presidio Neighborhood attractions

A white church with a bell tower and a cross on top.

Presidio Santa Barbara

8.8/10 (204 reviews)
You can study the exhibits at Presidio Santa Barbara, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Santa Barbara. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

Helicopter Beach Tour

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Rp1.208.259
per adult
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour

Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour

Rp170.732
per adult
Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Rp665.418
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Rp647.907
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

Rp1.050.660
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map

Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map

Rp612.885
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
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Top hotels in Presidio Neighborhood

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara

4 out of 5
915 Garden Street Santa Barbara CA
The price is Rp7.458.360 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
Rp7.458.360
Rp8.517.075 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (438 reviews)
"Such a cute little hotel! Absolutely loved the vibe and room."

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Palihouse Santa Barbara
Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

4 out of 5
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is Rp4.034.707 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
Rp4.034.707
Rp4.691.557 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,505 reviews)
"Great hotel right on State Street. My only issue is the design of the shower. Very difficult to not get the floor wet with one non-moving piece of glass."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Hotel Santa Barbara
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

2 out of 5
5550 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
The price is Rp1.408.031 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
Rp1.408.031
Rp1.692.555 total
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

2 out of 5
4200 Via Real Carpinteria CA
The price is Rp1.342.505 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
Rp1.342.505
Rp1.617.399 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is Rp1.962.259 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
Rp1.962.259
Rp2.236.975 total
14 Oct - 15 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. ...
Sandpiper Lodge
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

3 out of 5
336 W. Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
The price is Rp3.188.449 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
Rp3.188.449
Rp3.641.100 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,287 reviews)
"Prime location across from beach and walking distance to downtown restaurants, bars and shops. Great value compared to many surrounding properties."

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2026

Beachside Inn
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Where to stay in Presidio Neighborhood

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A coastal town with a pier extending into the ocean, a beach, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.

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.

A coastal beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

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.

A coastal cityscape with a prominent white building with red-tiled roofs, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
Photo by David Simmington
Open Photo by David Simmington

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 Arlington Theater might round out your trip.

A marina filled with sailboats at sunset.
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Open Photo by robb image

West Beach

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

A beach with palm trees, a pier, and the ocean at sunset.

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.

Presidio Neighborhood Travel Guide