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Santa Barbara

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
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 top-notch restaurants.

Upper State Street
Butterfly Beach

Butterfly Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Butterfly Beach during your travels in Santa Barbara? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.

Butterfly Beach

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 Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

RM118
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
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
Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental

Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental

RM189
per adult
Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental
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)
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Top hotels in Alta Mesa

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 out of 5
4111 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is RM678 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
RM678
RM801 total
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,030 reviews)
"The staff has been very friendly the last couple of times we have stayed."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
533 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is RM694 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
RM694
RM807 total
17 Nov - 18 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,017 reviews)
"Clean, beautifully renovated rooms and helpful staff. The location is great, too. You’re right on State Street with all manner of shops and restaurants a short walk away. But somehow I didn’t hear any of the noise from the bars across the street. Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Hotel Santa Barbara
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is RM427 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
RM427
RM487 total
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,926 reviews)
I'll definitely be back
"Room was great. Pool looked nice but a bit too cold so I didn't use it. Typical Continental Breakfast but did have good name brand products for yogurts, cereal, outmeal, muffins and good coffee."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Sandpiper Lodge
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

5 out of 5
8301 Hollister Avenue, Goleta, CA
The price is RM2,533 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
RM2,533
RM3,135 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Our stay at Bacara was exceptional from start to finish. The personalized service stood out immediately, from the warm valet attendants who greeted us by name, to the seamless check in experience, and the turn down service every each night. Each interaction felt genuine without being over bearing. ..."

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
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 RM715 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
RM715
RM817 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
"Breakfast was good. Staff was very friendly. The hotel seems newly renovated"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

4 out of 5
633 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is RM898 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
RM898
RM1,195 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
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! (120 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
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Other neighbourhoods around Alta Mesa

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The Mesa

While visiting The Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.

The Mesa
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West Mesa

While there might not be top attractions in West Mesa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Arroyo Burro Beach and Leadbetter Beach.

West Mesa
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Westside

While Westside isn't home to many top sights, Arlington Theater and Granada Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.

Westside
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East Mesa

If you're spending some time in East Mesa, Leadbetter Beach and 1000 Steps Beach are top sights worth seeing.

East Mesa
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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
Santa Barbara which includes a coastal town

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Granada Theatre might round out your trip.

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

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