Santa Barbara Beach Travel Guide

Santa Barbara

A coastal town with a pier extending into the ocean, a beach, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.
Tropical Beach sunset with hight Palm trees sihouette in California
A marina with numerous boats docked, a pier extending into the water, and a backdrop of mountains and a sunset sky.
A pier with lights reflecting on the water, a flag, and buildings in the background.
A calm body of water with a pier extending into it, a ship docked at the pier, and mountains in the background.

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Things to do


Top hotels in Santa Barbara Beach

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 out of 5
128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿4,820 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿4,820
฿5,756 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,421 reviews)
"I really liked the property and its amenities, but I was very disappointed with how my special request was handled. I called the hotel ahead of time because I wanted to surprise my fiancée for her birthday. I was told to buy the decorations, send them to the hotel, and that the staff would set everything ..."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
The Milo

The Milo

4 out of 5
202 W Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿9,896 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿9,896
฿11,301 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and free bicycles on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
The Milo
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

3.5 out of 5
223 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿9,390 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
฿9,390
฿10,723 total
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,462 reviews)
"The place is fine but for the price I was not particularly happy. The water in our bathroom smelled bad and the TV didn’t work. Overall I think the stay should have been cheaper given how different it felt from the way it was advertised on the site"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 out of 5
109 Bath Street Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿5,782 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
฿5,782
฿6,591 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,313 reviews)
"I stayed less than 12 hours, so I can't comment much on the amenities etc. The human staff that I encountered at the hotel were friendly and helpful. However: when I tried to call the hotel after my stay, I was greeted by and AI agent. This first AI agent was unable to help me, and quite rudely gave ..."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

The Franciscan Hotel
Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 out of 5
433 W Montecito St Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿8,600 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
฿8,600
฿9,821 total
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,959 reviews)
"The desk staff were fantastic. I will stay here again."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Inn By The Harbor
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

3 out of 5
336 W. Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿6,450 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
฿6,450
฿7,366 total
13 Oct - 14 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. ...
Beachside Inn
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Where to stay in Santa Barbara Beach

Find the best Santa Barbara Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Santa Barbara Beach
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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 East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Arlington Theater might round out your trip.



Santa Barbara Beach Travel Guide