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Santa Barbara

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Popular places to visit

Santa Barbara Harbor

Santa Barbara Harbor

Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Harbor
Leadbetter Beach

Leadbetter Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Leadbetter Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Santa Barbara. While you're in the area, stroll along the marina.

Leadbetter Beach
East Beach

East Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at East Beach during your trip to Santa Barbara? Stroll along the waterfront or seek out the cycling trails.

East Beach

Cabrillo Pavillion

Cabrillo Pavillion is just one of the places to see in Santa Barbara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the cycling trails.

Cabrillo Pavillion

Chase Palm Park

Chase Palm Park is just one of the places to see in Santa Barbara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

Chase Palm Park

Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

Explore the lovely green spaces of Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center and enjoy the cycling trails in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

Things to do

Checking out the sea lions

Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)

Rp897.600
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara

Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara

Rp3.084.480
per traveller
Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Electric Bike Rentals

Santa Barbara Electric Bike Rentals

Rp439.824
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Electric Bike Rentals
Picture 1 for Activity West Beach: Kayak Rental

West Beach: Kayak Rental

Rp244.800
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
West Beach: Kayak Rental
Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental

Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental

Rp251.165
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental
Santa Barbara Kayak Tour with a view of the Mountains and Stearns Warf

Kayak Tour of Santa Barbara with Experienced Guide

Rp897.600
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kayak Tour of Santa Barbara with Experienced Guide
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Top hotels in Waterfront

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is Rp2.388.981 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
Rp2.388.981
Rp2.723.438 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
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. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,706 reviews)
"For the price this hotel was terrific for a nights stay driving down the coast"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Sandpiper Lodge
The Milo

The Milo

3.5 out of 5
202 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is Rp4.910.393 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
Rp4.910.393
Rp5.607.423 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,406 reviews)
"Wonderful property. We stayed at rooms 152 and 158, and they were excellent. Not sure of other rooms. These were renovated. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Also, they have complementary bikes, beach toys, boggie boards, etc."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

The Milo
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 out of 5
4111 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is Rp3.692.025 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
Rp3.692.025
Rp4.339.176 total
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Free breakfast. Parking garage. Large hotel rooms. Pleasant staff. We enjoyed our stay!"

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

3 out of 5
306 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is Rp4.906.291 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
Rp4.906.291
Rp5.593.172 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,042 reviews)
"It’s very clean, very good pool and hot tub. Great continental breakfast area. I didn’t like that they list the two bedroom suite as appropriate for 8 people. It’s more like for 6 because it’s one king size bed in each of the rooms and a pull out couch. Same with the dining table, only had 6 ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

3 out of 5
3850 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is Rp2.775.582 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp2.775.582
Rp3.169.576 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"The rooms are brand new so they are very nice and spacious. The breakfast and staff was good"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
4770 Calle Real, Hwy 101 and Turnpike Road, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is Rp3.110.326 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
Rp3.110.326
Rp3.614.082 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"This is a lovely hotel at a great price, the grounds were beautifully appointed with a pond with ducks swimming, and a beautiful pool & hot tub. The room was spacious and nice. I chose it based on the reviews and the photos of the grounds for myself and a family member I was travelling with and they ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
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Other neighbourhoods around Waterfront

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Santa Barbara Beach

4.5/5(67 area reviews)

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

Santa Barbara Beach
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East Beach

4.5/5(18 area reviews)

East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

East Beach
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The Funk Zone

5/5(6 area reviews)

Travellers come to The Funk Zone for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Art Foundry while you're in town.

The Funk Zone
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Lower State

5/5(2 area reviews)

While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Moreton Bay Fig Tree.

Lower State
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Eastside

While Eastside isn't home to many top sights, Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Eastside
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West Beach

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

West Beach

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