Presidio Neighborhood Travel Guide

Santa Barbara

A traditional building with a thatched roof and white walls.
A rustic dining room with a wooden table, chairs, a wooden bookshelf, and a painting on the wall.
A cactus with green pads and small red fruits.
An ornate church interior with intricate wall decorations, a central altar, and statues.
A white, dome-shaped structure with a brick base, surrounded by trees and a building with a red-tiled roof.

Stay near popular Presidio Neighborhood attractions

A white church with a bell tower and a cross on top.

Presidio Santa Barbara

8.8/10 (204 reviews)
You can study the exhibits at Presidio Santa Barbara, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Santa Barbara. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

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

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

฿1,148
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

฿1,214
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
Helicopter Beach Tour

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

฿2,263
per adult
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

฿1,246
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

฿656
per adult
Comedy Drag Show Ticket at Wildcat Lounge in Santa Barbara
Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental

Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental

฿505
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental
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Top hotels in Presidio Neighborhood

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara

4 out of 5
915 Garden Street Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿13,911 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿13,911
฿15,885 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (440 reviews)
"Location. The Hotel is so beautiful, chic and close to everything. Very friendly staff."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

Palihouse Santa Barbara
Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

4 out of 5
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿7,594 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿7,594
฿8,831 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,515 reviews)
"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

Hotel Santa Barbara
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

2 out of 5
4200 Via Real Carpinteria CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,527 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
฿2,527
฿3,045 total
8 Oct - 9 Oct
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 ...
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

2 out of 5
5550 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
The price is ฿2,802 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
฿2,802
฿3,359 total
7 Oct - 8 Oct
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 ...
8/10 Very good! (1,684 reviews)
"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

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿3,664 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿3,664
฿4,177 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
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
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

3 out of 5
336 W. Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿5,947 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
฿5,947
฿6,791 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,289 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay. Thank you"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

Beachside Inn
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Where to stay in Presidio Neighborhood

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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 West Beach.

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 church, palm trees, and mountains in the background.
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Open Photo by Rachel M

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.

A marina filled with sailboats at sunset.
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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.

Presidio Neighborhood Travel Guide