Waterfront Travel Guide
Santa Barbara





Visit Waterfront
Things to do

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour

Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Top hotels in Waterfront

Hotel Santa Barbara
"Beautifully newly renovated upscale hotel in prime central location with convenient parking."
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

Sandpiper Lodge
"This was a great place to stay for a long weekend in Santa Barbara. It's not fancy but it's well renovated, the room was clean, the bed was very comfortable, and it was in a convenient location. Breakfast was adequate, though would have been nicer if there were some form of protein like eggs available. ..."
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
"Great location, easy parking. Staff was very friendly. Great motel to take the dogs."
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
"Beautiful property@"
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
"Seriously was so impressed by this stay! It was so amazing that it was this close to the beach and for this price!"
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

Beachside Inn
"We loved the location and the breakfast was excellent! Parking was super easy and check in was easy too! Our room was a little bit small and dark, but all in all, we loved the property. The price for the night was very reasonable!"
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Waterfront

Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and East 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 Lobero Theater or Presidio Santa Barbara 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.

























