Santa Barbara, CA
Travel Guide
Visit Santa Barbara
Where to stay in Santa Barbara
Montecito
Celebrity-favored Montecito offers backcountry hiking trails and attractions like Lotusland and El Fureidis. Easily accessible via State Route 192 and the U.S. 101 Freeway, it's well-connected to Santa Barbara County.
Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.
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
While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and Carriage and Western Art Museum.
East Beach
East Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.
The Mesa
While visiting The Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.
Hotel Santa Barbara
Everyone was so nice and helpful. Rooms were very well appointed and stocked with everything we needed, plus some.
Reviewed on 22 February 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
Overall the room was fine. I just thought the lodge was closer to main State Street.
Reviewed on 23 February 2026
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Clean modernly renovated room; very kind staff, free breakfast- very great location! We had a great stay and thought it was a great value!
Reviewed on 23 February 2026
Casa Riviera
The place was clean and comfortable, with friendly staff and well equipped amenities. The location was good, and check-in and check-out were very easy and smooth. We had a great stay overall.
Reviewed on 23 February 2026
Casa Jardin
My wife and I had a wonderful stay. The room was exceptionally clean from the moment we walked in, which immediately set a positive tone for our visit. Everything felt well‑maintained and thoughtfully prepared, and we appreciated the quiet, comfortable atmosphere throughout our stay. The bed was ...
Reviewed on 16 February 2026
Casa De La Vina
Incredibly clean and very conveniently located with a short walk to State St. the only negative I can add would be they need better shades to block out ambient and street light. It still doesn’t give me enough pause to lower their rati by from a 5-star. My wife loved it too.
Reviewed on 22 February 2026
Popular places to visit
Santa Barbara Bowl
Enjoy a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, a storied theater in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Santa Barbara Zoo
Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call Santa Barbara Zoo home during your trip to Santa Barbara? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Santa Barbara County Courthouse
Santa Barbara County Courthouse is just one of the places to see in Santa Barbara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its lively festivals.
Santa Barbara Harbor
Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Butterfly Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Butterfly Beach during your travels in Santa Barbara? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Upper State Street
During your visit to Santa Barbara, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Upper State Street. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
