East Beach

Santa Barbara

East Beach
East Beach
Photo by Rodney Mayall
Photo by Rodney Mayall
Photo by Dori Vogel Cirrincione
Photo by Dori Vogel Cirrincione
Photo by Gerard Nastor
Photo by Gerard Nastor

Popular places to visit

Santa Barbara Zoo

Santa Barbara Zoo

Why not meet the animals who call Santa Barbara Zoo home during your holiday in Santa Barbara? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Zoo
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
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
Stearns Wharf

Stearns Wharf

Explore the waterfront of Stearns Wharf and enjoy other activities such as cycling in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Stearns Wharf
Santa Barbara County Courthouse which includes a luxury hotel or resort and heritage architecture

Santa Barbara County Courthouse

See the best views of Santa Barbara and enjoy a stunning variety of architectural styles at the city’s historic courthouse.

Santa Barbara County Courthouse
Upper State Street

Upper State Street

During your visit to Santa Barbara, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Upper State Street. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its cosy cafes.

Upper State Street

Things to do

Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour

RM118
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour
Santa Barbara Coastal Cruise

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

RM168
per adult
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map

Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map

RM147
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Surfers Point Ventura

Santa Barbara Surf Guide

RM273
per adult
Santa Barbara Surf Guide
Nothing better than a Santa Barbara sunset on the water

Sunset Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)

RM374
per adult
Sunset Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
Helicopter Beach Tour

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

RM290
per adult
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
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Top hotels in East Beach

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

4 out of 5
633 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is RM962 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
RM962
RM1,267 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a 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 ...
7.4/10 Good! (118 reviews)
"For the pricepoint, and suites "facing" the ocean on the main floor - amenities were dated - esp the bathrooms in both our rooms. Also the rooms were pricer than usual cause we went on a long weekend for my aunts birthday. It is what it is, don't expect too much."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn

4 out of 5
901 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is RM1,343 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
RM1,343
RM1,534 total
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,019 reviews)
"Absolutely amazing. Exceeded every expectation. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Santa Barbara Inn
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

4 out of 5
1111 East Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is RM825 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
RM825
RM1,108 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (960 reviews)
"I like that it's a boutique hotel."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

2 out of 5
443 Corona Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is RM483 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
RM483
RM551 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,110 reviews)
"Well, I’ve never been in the motel six and this is the very first one there was and they’re independently owned so they very, but this was wonderful that even had a view of the ocean. Oh my goodness in Santa Barbara no less. I brought my chow chow and the staff in guest delight were enamored of her, ..."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
433 Corona Del Mar Drive, Santa Barbara, CA
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,023 reviews)
"Updates completed are nice, but stil needs a bit more work. Faucet in our room was plumbed backwards, hairdryer blew cold air only, shower door needs deep cleaning due to mildew on caulking, and toilet needs work to fully flush. TV is tiny and the dish network has spotty service. However. Great location ..."

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

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Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach

2.5 out of 5
1029 Orilla Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a fireplace in the lobby. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"All good"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around East Beach

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Santa Barbara Beach

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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Waterfront

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

Waterfront
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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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The Funk Zone

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

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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Laguna

Laguna might not have many top sights, but Santa Barbara Historical Museum and Lobero Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Laguna

East Beach