Waterfront Travel Guide
Santa Barbara





Visit Waterfront
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 Waterfront

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
"Nice quiet motel"
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
"no kleenex in the room and staff could not help me get on the internet......no instructions in the room"
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Sandpiper Lodge

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
"In every thing was great thanks"
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Hotel Santa Barbara
"Thoroughly enjoyed our 3 night stay at the"
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
"Clean room great complimentary bfast"
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Waterfront

Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

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 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 Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.
























