Montecito Travel Guide

Santa Barbara

A hilly landscape with a fenced path, a person walking, and a distant view of a body of water and hills.
A coastal beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.
A beach with a pier, buildings, and mountains in the background.
A sunset over a beach with waves and a distant shoreline.
A beach at sunset with waves, a clear sky, and distant ships.

Stay near popular Montecito attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Montecito

Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach

5 out of 5
1759 South Jameson Lane, Montecito Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿64,040 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
฿64,040
฿77,330 total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Butterfly Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (328 reviews)
"It was wonderful allaround"

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

Rosewood Miramar Beach
Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿9,166 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿9,166
฿10,658 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Hotel Santa Barbara
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿4,820 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿4,820
฿5,495 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,553 reviews)
"Air conditioning was too close to one bed. Continental breakfast was...meh."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

Sandpiper Lodge
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

2 out of 5
5550 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,742 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
฿2,742
฿3,227 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
4770 Calle Real Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿7,534 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿7,534
฿8,754 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,251 reviews)
"Everything was amazing! Family friendly environment and we felt welcomed. :0) The sweet lady who cared for your customers in the breakfast area is amazing! Not only does she take dare of everything on her own, she does it with a beautiful smile on her face. I was surprised to not see an area for ..."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 out of 5
128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿7,203 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿7,203
฿8,476 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and premium TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,324 reviews)
"The location was great and the staff were friendly and helpful. I had trouble with the television, but we were there for 1 night; so it didn't bother me. I did find it unusual that they didn't have anywhere to hang the towels. Besides that, a good stay"

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
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Where to stay in Montecito

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Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and East Beach.

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 Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.

West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.

East Beach

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

Lower State

While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like Reagan Ranch Center and Moreton Bay Fig Tree.



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