East Beach Travel Guide
Santa Barbara
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 seaside or seek out the cycling trails.
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 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.
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.
Things to do
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental
Top hotels in East Beach
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Had to wait for towels to get restocked at the pool pretty much every day of our stay.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
First time stay in SB, easy access to the beach (walking distance), parking on-site with quick access from room and car, we selected this motel because it’s dog friendly (we traveled for a wedding), they have water bowls throughout the property (which get fresh water every morning), there’s designated ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Room was not clean and sink was broken and no one came till next day to fix it
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
This was the first time I have ever felt deceived by pictures of an establishment. We walked into our room which was the size of a walk-in closet. Lighting was odd with a blinding white light in the bathroom. Cleanliness was...interesting. My pillowcase had blood stains all over it and the bottom ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Santa Barbara Inn
I had no beach view. Just a road. No coffee in room is fault. Otherwise very nice hotel
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
The Inn at East Beach
This small boutique hotel is quaint and near the beach. Not a far walk to the funk zone. Perfect for being close to the zoo as well. Overall a great experience.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around 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.
Waterfront
If you're spending some time in Waterfront, East Beach and Santa Barbara Harbor are top sights worth seeing.
Eastside
While Eastside isn't home to many top sights, Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Lower State
While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Paseo Nuevo Mall.
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.
