North State Travel Guide
Santa Barbara

Visit North State
Stay near popular North State attractions
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 North State

Sandpiper Lodge
"Reasonably priced hotel with no frills, clean room. Staff was friendly and welcoming. The location is convenient with nearby bus routes to take you to the beach, downtown, etc. Plenty of eateries and shops nearby. Pool and jacuzzi were clean and relaxing in the evening."
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
"The pool was not heated and the room were so small for three of us. Not enough space for two of us to walk side-by-side in the room to get to the bathroom."
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Lemon Tree Inn
"Pleasant and spacious, nice to have the additional sink outside of the bathroom, good storage. Could use a bit of updating but just fine for a one night stay for a graduation visit."
Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

Rose Garden Inn
"My family and I stayed here for our daughter’s graduation from UCSB. Perfect location. Walking distance to Denny’s and a little coffee shop as well as Whole Foods, which is where we actually got breakfast. There’s also a Starbucks in the outdoor mall that is within walking distance. The staff was ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
"I stayed for 4th of July weekend and i must say it was way better than i expected! The room, sheets and towels smelled clean! I should have asked the name of the person in the front desk because he was VERY NICE, PROFESSIONAL AND HELPFUL! I traveled with my son and he had a blast at the pool! It ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Town and Country Inn
"Have stayed multiple times, always a great place to stay and for a great price. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Rooms have TVs with plenty of channels, microwave and mini fridge"
Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026
Where to stay in North State

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.

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 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.






















