East Beach
Santa Barbara
Visit East Beach
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 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 County Courthouse
See the best views of Santa Barbara and enjoy a stunning variety of architectural styles at the city’s historic courthouse.
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.
Things to do
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Full Bar
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Top hotels in East Beach
Santa Barbara Inn
"Beautiful hotel with friendly staff. We didn't pay for an ocean view, but still received a wonderful view of the mountains and Santa Barbara neighborhood. Room was clean, decorated well and we appreciated the complimentary waters after a long drive. We did not use the valet parking, and we were able ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
"Emily checked us in and as a birthday treat she updated us to an ocean view room. Give Emily a raise!"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
"Spectacular location! Beautiful property and wonderful staff!"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
"Small room, very few amenities"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
"Lovely quirky motel. Very comfortable bed. Bathroom wasn’t very clean. Someone had used the toilet and not flushed. Shower could have been cleaner. Great location, 2 mins to sea front. 45 min walk into centre of Santa Barbara."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
The Inn at East Beach
"Everything was great"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Where to stay in East Beach
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.
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 Paseo Nuevo Mall might round out your trip.
West Beach
If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and Carriage and Western Art Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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 Paseo Nuevo Mall might round out your trip.
