Eastside Travel Guide

Santa Barbara

Things to do

Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy

Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy

฿837
per adult
Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map

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

฿1,171
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Helicopter Beach Tour

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

฿2,309
per adult
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

฿1,238
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

฿1,272
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
Comedy Drag Show Ticket at Wildcat Lounge in Santa Barbara

Comedy Drag Show Ticket at Wildcat Lounge in Santa Barbara

฿650
per adult
Comedy Drag Show Ticket at Wildcat Lounge in Santa Barbara
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Top hotels in Eastside

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

4 out of 5
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿9,998 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿9,998
฿11,626 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Hotel Santa Barbara
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

2 out of 5
5550 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
The price is ฿2,846 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿2,846
฿3,346 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,478 reviews)
"No customer service. Made me feel less important because I booked with a third party"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿4,933 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿4,933
฿5,623 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Sandpiper Lodge
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
4770 Calle Real Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿6,629 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿6,629
฿7,703 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,298 reviews)
"Great property. Great staff at check in. Had to roll bags a while to get to 2nd floor room using elevator. When used echeck-out, left keys in room but needed them to get out of complex back to car so had to use the steps with heavy bags. Needed directions on how to treat keys. Wonderful stay! 8min ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 out of 5
128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿7,235 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
฿7,235
฿8,514 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and premium TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

2 out of 5
4200 Via Real Carpinteria CA
The price is ฿2,663 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿2,663
฿3,145 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,300 reviews)
"Room smelled like old urine when AC was running. Expedia advertises free pets, but they charge me $40 plus tax for pets. Original booking through Expedia was 2 double beds for three adults, but some how when I got there they had a single queen bed for 3 adults. They charge the day before not when ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
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Where to stay in Eastside

Find the best Eastside areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal town with a pier extending into the ocean, a beach, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.

Santa Barbara Beach

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

A coastal beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

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.

A coastal town with a prominent white building with a red roof, palm trees, and mountains in the background.

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.

A marina with multiple boats docked, calm water, and a clear sky.
Photo by Adam Hoggatt
Open Photo by Adam Hoggatt

West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.

A beach with palm trees, a pier, and the ocean at sunset.

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.

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