Upper East Travel Guide
Santa Barbara





Visit Upper East
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

Comedy Drag Show Ticket at Wildcat Lounge in Santa Barbara

Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental
Top hotels in Upper East

Orange Tree Inn
"Room was huge, Balcony was great but there was no Air conditioning and the heat has been rough. But staff was friendly and the Location is Close to the City Center."
Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

Simpson House Inn

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
"Best receptionist ever"
Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Sandpiper Lodge
"We go to Santa Barbara twice a year and each time we stay in a different hotel. We've gradually spent more on each stay until we reached this hotel where the average was $300 per night. Honestly, this is the same as a more budget friendly hotel"
Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Where to stay in Upper East

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.

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 Presidio Santa Barbara or Arlington Theater 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.























