East Beach Travel Guide

Santa Barbara

A beach with palm trees, a pier, and the ocean at sunset.
A coastal city with a beach, palm-lined promenade, and mountains in the background.
A coastal beach with waves, a clear sky, and distant hills.
A river with rocks, palm trees, and mountains in the background.
A beach with a large cruise ship in the distance, palm trees, and mountains in the background.

Stay near popular East Beach attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in East Beach

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

4 out of 5
633 E Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿10,792 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿10,792
฿13,828 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 6 outdoor pickleball courts. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (354 reviews)
"Great hotel."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn

4 out of 5
901 E Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿11,217 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
฿11,217
฿12,813 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,017 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel! Our second stay and definitely not our last!"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

Santa Barbara Inn
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

4 out of 5
1111 East Cabrillo Boulevard Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿9,644 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
฿9,644
฿12,349 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8/10 Very good! (1,010 reviews)
"The breakfast was incredible and hot never cold . I would highly recommend any time. I would definitely come again."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

2 out of 5
443 Corona Del Mar Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿6,148 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿6,148
฿7,021 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,418 reviews)
"This place is an absolute gem and I can't wait to go back! Clean, updated, amazing location and affordable! The beach is a block away and so beautiful. You can see it from the hotel. We didn't get to use the pool but it looked nice and clean, although small."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach

2.5 out of 5
1029 Orilla Del Mar Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿5,340 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿5,340
฿6,088 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a fireplace in reception. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,017 reviews)
"The staff were wonderful. The rooms were nice and clean. The balcony gave you a nice view, everything was nearby literally within walking distance. Will book again!"

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

The Inn at East Beach
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
433 Corona Del Mar Drive Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿6,329 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿6,329
฿7,228 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"Great location! Walking distance to the beach and very clean"

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
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Where to stay in East Beach

Find the best East Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

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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