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
"We went there as a family, 3kids 2adults. We came from the zoo, so obviously very exhausted. we checked in and gave us a room in the 3rd floor. 30 mins into the room we received calls saying 2nd flr tenants were complaining about our room, saying maybe the kids were jumping on the bed and it was ..."
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

Inn By The Harbor
"Location is a bit far from most amenities"
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
"Lack of customer service from all staff. You could see the dirt buildup on the tiles in the pool. Obviously isn’t cleaned out. Room was so hot despite being set to the lowest temp on the AC control. We had to call the front desk for two portable fans. They offered to send someone the next morning ..."
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

Hotel Californian

The Franciscan Hotel
"I really enjoyed the breakfast, especially the delicious egg bites. My room was quiet, had everything I needed and was steps from the pool. We thoroughly enjoyed the pool for some down time after touring Santa Barbara and we also enjoyed a morning hot tub. Both the hot tub and pool were clean and ..."
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

Beachside Inn
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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 Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.

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


























