Santa Barbara Beach Travel Guide

Santa Barbara

A coastal town with a pier extending into the ocean, a beach, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.
A marina with numerous boats docked, a pier extending into the water, and a backdrop of mountains and a sunset sky.
A pier with lights reflecting on the water, a flag, and buildings in the background.
A calm body of water with a pier extending into it, a ship docked at the pier, and mountains in the background.
A sunset over a calm body of water with a distant shoreline and a building on the right.

Stay near popular Santa Barbara Beach attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Santa Barbara Beach

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 out of 5
128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA
The price is Rp2.903.344 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp2.903.344
Rp3.450.639 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and premium TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,330 reviews)
"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

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 out of 5
433 W Montecito St Santa Barbara CA
The price is Rp5.368.825 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
Rp5.368.825
Rp6.130.929 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,901 reviews)
"Location is a bit far from most amenities"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

Inn By The Harbor
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

4 out of 5
633 E Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
The price is Rp5.338.810 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
Rp5.338.810
Rp6.905.080 total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 6 outdoor pickleball courts. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (387 reviews)
"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

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian

5 out of 5
36 State Street Santa Barbara CA
The price is Rp6.820.863 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
Rp6.820.863
Rp9.125.002 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Hotel Californian
The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 out of 5
109 Bath Street Santa Barbara CA
The price is Rp3.267.317 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
Rp3.267.317
Rp3.724.741 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,233 reviews)
"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

The Franciscan Hotel
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

3 out of 5
336 W. Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp4.211.298 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
Rp4.211.298
Rp4.809.158 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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. ...
Beachside Inn
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Where to stay in Santa Barbara Beach

Find the best Santa Barbara Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.



Santa Barbara Beach Travel Guide