Santa Barbara Beach Travel Guide
Santa Barbara





Visit Santa Barbara Beach
Stay near popular Santa Barbara Beach attractions
Things to do

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

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
Top hotels in Santa Barbara Beach

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

The Milo
"Very convenient to things. Wonderful staff"
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
"Delightful staff and wonderful location. Spent the weekend with my 2 daughters and will definitely come back."
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026

The Franciscan Hotel
"The Franciscan was an excellent choice for our stopover in Santa Barbara. Staff was excellent, beds were the comfiest hotel beds ever, grounds were beautiful, and it was the perfect location to walk to the beach and pier. They even have bicycles to use!"
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026

Inn By The Harbor
"The hotel was very cute clean and well-maintained. The breakfast they offered was wonderful. I had a great outdoor area to sit and eat or just relax and have a cocktail."
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026

Hotel Californian
Where to stay in Santa Barbara 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.

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.




























