Santa Barbara Beach Travel Guide
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Visit Santa Barbara Beach
Things to do

Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Comedy Drag Show Ticket at Wildcat Lounge in Santa Barbara
Top hotels in Santa Barbara Beach

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
"Very clean good servive"
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

Inn By The Harbor

Hotel Californian
"The property is indeed unique - - beautiful architecture - our room however was extremely overpriced for having it face a parking lot and garbage area . The room itself was clean although the carpet had several spots all over. For 1300 / night I would expect more, at least a bigger property with ..."
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
"The Hilton is a beautiful property, but the lack of transparency around pricing was disappointing. While the advertised room rate may seem reasonable, be prepared for numerous additional charges once you arrive. We were supposedly "upgraded" from our original reservation, but if the upgrade was simply ..."
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

Beachside Inn
"The room was clean and well maintained. The updated room and lobby areas were nice. The air conditioning worked well. My only complaint was the breakfast, which is not a big thing, more of a recommendation. They served powdered eggs, some sort of chicken on a stick, and “breakfast sausage” (cut up ..."
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

The Franciscan Hotel
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Where to stay in Santa Barbara 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 Arlington Theater 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 Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.

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



























