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Santa Barbara

A marshland next to a public beach. Situated about 100 miles north of Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, is being promoted as the "American Riviera" due to her Mediterranean-like climate.
A marshland next to a public beach. Situated about 100 miles north of Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, is being promoted as the "American Riviera" due to her Mediterranean-like climate.
SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA, USA - OCT 8th, 2014: city Leadbetter beach with a cruise liner
Santa Barbara, CA. Beautiful town with a beautiful beach and great wineries.
Highly recommend! Had my son’s reception dinner here for 17 people - the food, served family style, was some of the best my foodie children and the rest of us have had, topped only by the impeccable service. Definitely worth the stop when in Santa Barbara!

Popular places to visit

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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, CALIFORNIA, USA - OCT 8th, 2014: city Leadbetter beach with a cruise liner

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
I love the stillness of this marina, especially sunrise and sunset

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
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Santa Barbara Bowl

Enjoy a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, a popular theatre in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Bowl
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
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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 walkable area.

Butterfly Beach

Things to do

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

RM114
per adult
90% 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

RM142
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

RM183
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)

RM361
per adult
Sunset Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
Checking out the sea lions

Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)

RM239
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

RM244
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop
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Top hotels in East Beach

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn

4 out of 5
901 E Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
The price is RM1,212 per night from 30 Jan to 31 Jan
RM1,212
RM1,384 total
30 Jan - 31 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
It raining and cold

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Santa Barbara 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 RM994 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
RM994
RM1,317 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (189 reviews)
Jaylen was so friendly and welcoming!

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
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 RM396 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
RM396
RM452 total
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,216 reviews)
Great location for eating out inexpensively.

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
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 RM872 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
RM872
RM1,157 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
The hotel room is giving antiquet feel but newly rennovated. The only downside is that despite open parking but all are valet parking only.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
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 Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a fireplace in reception. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Our stay was quick, efficient, and most importantly customer service was excellent!

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

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The Inn at East Beach
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

4 out of 5
421 South Milpas Street Santa Barbara CA
The price is RM470 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
RM470
RM536 total
9 Feb - 10 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a local area shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (988 reviews)
The AC was hard to operate and I think the filter needs to be cleaned. When I woke up the room smelled like stale food. Also, the vinyl flooring needs a good moping. I spilled water by the bedside and when I wiped it up the paper towel was black.

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around East Beach

Starting off a great day of fishing with a beautiful #sunrise over the Santa Barbara Harbor #adventure #ocean #California

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
A marshland next to a public beach. Situated about 100 miles north of Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, is being promoted as the "American Riviera" due to her Mediterranean-like climate.

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
We stopped here for a wine tasting.

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
Santa Barbara's Moreton Bay Fig Tree

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 Paseo Nuevo Mall.

Lower State
El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park

Laguna

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

Laguna

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