East Beach Travel Guide
Santa Barbara
Popular places to visit
Santa Barbara Zoo
Why not meet the animals who call Santa Barbara Zoo home during your holiday in Santa Barbara? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
East Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at East Beach during your trip to Santa Barbara? Stroll along the waterfront or seek out the cycling trails.
Santa Barbara Harbor
Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Santa Barbara Bowl
Enjoy a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, a popular theatre in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Santa Barbara County Courthouse
See the best views of Santa Barbara and enjoy a stunning variety of architectural styles at the city’s historic courthouse.
Butterfly Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Butterfly Beach during your travels in Santa Barbara? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental
Top hotels in East Beach
Santa Barbara Inn
Wonderful inn excellent location great service will absolutely return
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Jaylen was so friendly and welcoming!
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
The location is perfect. The room was clean. The bed was comfortable.. the chambermaid staff was lovely. All made for a perfect stay ... except the office staff was unfriendly and surly.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
The hotel room is giving antiquet feel but newly rennovated. The only downside is that despite open parking but all are valet parking only.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
The Inn at East Beach
Our go to in Santa Barbara! Friendly staff. Large rooms. There are little things, but can't beat the cost and convenience of the whole package!
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
The AC was hard to operate and I think the filter needs to be cleaned. When I woke up the room smelled like stale food. Also, the vinyl flooring needs a good moping. I spilled water by the bedside and when I wiped it up the paper towel was black.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Beach
Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.
Waterfront
If you're spending some time in Waterfront, East Beach and Santa Barbara Harbor are top sights worth seeing.
Eastside
While Eastside isn't home to many top sights, Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
The Funk Zone
Travellers come to The Funk Zone for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Art Foundry while you're in town.
Lower State
While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Paseo Nuevo Mall.
Laguna
Laguna might not have many top sights, but Presidio Santa Barbara and Lobero Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
