Santa Barbara Beach Travel Guide
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Visit Santa Barbara Beach
Stay near popular Santa Barbara Beach attractions
Things to do

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

Santa Barbara Authentic Walking Food Tour with 5 Dishes
Top hotels in Santa Barbara Beach

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
"Only stayed one night on a roadtrip. Room was nice, but a little tight with one bed pushed almost to the wall. Hand soap at the sink and conditioner in the shower were both empty. Lobby staff were helpful in getting us replacement alternatives. Would stay again to be close to the beach and ..."
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
"Clean the room."
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Inn By The Harbor

Hotel Californian
"The property was very clean. The staff was not very knowledgeable or helpful. The tvs don’t work for streaming devices we had their engineer Eric, who was excellent, try to fix the tv but couldn’t. The setting is antiquated. The walls are too thin and you can hear everything. The pool had a party, ..."
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

The Franciscan Hotel
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Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Beachside Inn
"Well renovated hotel, with some nice amenities like a small breakfast and afternoon snack. Great location, close to the marina, wharf, and State Street. A little pricey for such a small room on weekdays, but I guess this is California."
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026
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Where to stay in Santa Barbara 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 Presidio Santa Barbara or Arlington Theater 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.

Lower State
While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like Reagan Ranch Center and Moreton Bay Fig Tree.



























