Bel Air Travel Guide
Santa Barbara
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

Solvang In-App Audio Tour: a Little Slice of Denmark Hidden in California

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

Hotel Santa Barbara
"Convenient location next to shops and farmers market. Our room was on the smaller side, but was very nice, quiet, and clean! All the staff were friendly and helpful. They helped make our wedding anniversary extra special. It is also pet-friendly, and valet parking was easy and reasonably priced - ..."
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
"At the last minute, I was unable to come, so my adult daughter stayed there alone. She raved about the facility and the staff, so this review is based on her rave and on both her conversations with Dorothy and my phone conversation with Dorothy. She was unusually friendly and helpful."
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
"booked 5 nights and paid in advance. Business parameters changed and I only stayed 4 nights. I spoke to front desk and told them that I would be checking out a day early. I was told that there would be no problem and that I would receive a refund. I spoke with an Expedia customer service representative ..."
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

Sandpiper Lodge

Beachside Inn
"We enjoyed our stay. Thank you"
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
"Such a great location to the sea front and to Stearns Wharf. The staff were also really friendly and the room was great. I will say though if you have super thick/long hair like I do, the showers will take longer as the water pressure isn’t very strong (just my opinion though.) For men and for women ..."
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026
Where to stay in Bel Air

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





















