Montecito Travel Guide

Santa Barbara
Montecito

Popular places to visit

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Butterfly Beach

4/5(1 review)

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
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Miramar Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Miramar Beach during your trip to Santa Barbara? Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Miramar Beach
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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
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Santa Barbara Harbor

4.5/5(15 reviews)

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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Stearns Wharf

4/5(31 reviews)

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
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Upper State Street

4.5/5(32 reviews)

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

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Montecito Coastline Electric Bike Guided Tour

฿4,405
Per adult
Montecito Coastline Electric Bike Guided Tour
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Santa Barbara: Sparkling Wine Walking Tour

฿4,757
Per adult
Santa Barbara: Sparkling Wine Walking Tour
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Santa Ynez Wine Country Shuttle

฿4,475
Per adult
Santa Ynez Wine Country Shuttle
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4 Day Tour of the Golden West

฿31,540
Per adult
4 Day Tour of the Golden West
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4 Days - Golden West

฿31,540
Per adult
4 Days - Golden West
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Private Taco Tasting in Santa Barbara by Walking

฿97,505
Per adult
Private Taco Tasting in Santa Barbara by Walking
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Top hotels in Montecito

Sandpiper Lodge
Sandpiper Lodge
2 out of 5
3525 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is ฿3,895 per night from 18 Jun to 19 Jun
฿3,895
per night
18 Jun - 19 Jun
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,016 reviews)
"Very comfortable room with good dining options walking distance. Great water pressure. Hot tub was nice! Friendly and helpful staff. Not the quietest spot, but overall a very good stay."

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2024

Sandpiper Lodge
Rosewood Miramar Beach
Rosewood Miramar Beach
5 out of 5
1759 South Jameson Lane, Montecito, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is ฿59,462 per night from 5 Jun to 6 Jun
฿59,462
per night
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Santa Barbara Zoo and Stearns ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (244 reviews)
"Incredible property and experience. We had a wonderful stay!"

Reviewed on 17 May 2024

Rosewood Miramar Beach
Montecito Inn
Montecito Inn
4 out of 5
1295 Coast Village Rd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is ฿7,110 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
฿7,110
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this boutique hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy room service, a fitness centre and on-site spa services. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Great stay
"We reserved the basic room. Although small it was very clean and well appointed."

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2024

Montecito Inn
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
2.5 out of 5
1188 Coast Village Road, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is ฿7,697 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
฿7,697
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
"We stayed here with several family members for a wedding. Price and location were great! Staff was friendly. Rooms very clean and beds comfortable. Would stay here again"

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

Coast Village Inn - 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 ฿5,071 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
฿5,071
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Suited our needs perfectly"

Reviewed on 31 May 2024

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
3.5 out of 5
202 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is ฿9,536 per night from 26 Jun to 27 Jun
฿9,536
per night
26 Jun - 27 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,108 reviews)
"I loved everything about my stay at Hotel Milo. Lovely property, great location, friendly staff. I would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 29 May 2024

Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
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Other neighbourhoods around Montecito

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Eucalyptus Hill

While there might not be top attractions in Eucalyptus Hill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lotusland and Santa Barbara Zoo.

Eucalyptus Hill
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Eastside

While Eastside isn't home to many top sights, Santa Barbara Zoo and Cabrillo Pavillion are some notable places to visit nearby.

Eastside
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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
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Waterfront

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

Waterfront
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East Beach

4.5/5(18 area reviews)

East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Cabrillo Pavillion and Santa Barbara Zoo.

East Beach
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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

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