Hidden Valley Travel Guide
Santa Barbara
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Popular places to visit
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 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.
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.
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 Bowl
Enjoy a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, a popular theatre in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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 cosy cafes.
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
Solvang In-App Audio Tour: a Little Slice of Denmark Hidden in California
Top hotels in Hidden Valley
Hotel Santa Barbara
"The recent renovation is absolutely stunning! Don’t be fooled by the 3-star rating; this is a 5-star hotel."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
"Best staff! Rooms were good. Not a fan of the pool or hot tub. Breakfast was very basic"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
"Loved the landscaping on the premises! I could not figure out how to get a TV channel with the remote. Please leave directions in the room to use a remote control. They are all different and hard to figure out. Would stay there again"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
"The rooms were large. Parking in front of your room. Nice breakfast with pool and spa very clean. Staff were super friendly. Just an overall comfortable stay."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
The Franciscan Hotel
"Great location and great staff"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
"The stay was OK, but its not worth the very high price paid ($1,988.11) for two nights. Resort Fee and Parking were just a money grab, parking lot was mostly empty and the only resort amenities I've seen was a swimming pool. Breakfast Buffet was poor. The room location and stay was more like a cheap ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hidden Valley
Las Positas
While Las Positas may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Arroyo Burro Beach and Earl Warren Showgrounds.
Westside
While Westside isn't home to many top sights, Arlington Theater and Santa Barbara Public Market are some notable places to visit nearby.
Oak Park
While Oak Park isn't home to many top sights, Mission Santa Barbara and Arlington Theater are some notable places to visit nearby.
West Mesa
While visiting West Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Arroyo Burro Beach and Mesa Lane Steps Beach.
Alta Mesa
When in Alta Mesa, you can plan a visit to 1000 Steps Beach and Leadbetter Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Upper East
While visiting Upper East, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum.
