Hidden Valley Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

West Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at West Beach, a popular beach in Santa Barbara. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the cycling trails.

Santa Barbara Zoo
Why not meet the animals who call Santa Barbara Zoo home during your holiday in Santa Barbara? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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.

Stearns Wharf
Explore the waterfront of Stearns Wharf and enjoy other activities such as cycling in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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.

Upper State Street
During your visit to Santa Barbara, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Upper State Street. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in Hidden Valley

Hotel Santa Barbara
The hotel was a wonderful experience and I recommend to all!
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Good, quiet hotel, good for families. Short drive into Santa Barbara. Not very walk friendly so car/cab will be a must to get around.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025

Sandpiper Lodge
Comfortable bed. Fairly clean. Good for the cost
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
The spa was perfect..everything about this place was top tier
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Great hotel, very clean and amenities were great! Parking is good cornice at $42 a day
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Staff was helpful and very friendly. Our room was clean and quiet. We ’ll definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Hidden Valley

Las Positas
While Las Positas may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Arroyo Burro Beach and Upper State Street.

Oak Park
While Oak Park isn't home to many top sights, Mission Santa Barbara and Arlington Theater are some notable places to visit nearby.

Westside
While Westside isn't home to many top sights, Arlington Theater and Granada Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.

Alta Mesa
When in Alta Mesa, you can plan a visit to 1000 Steps Beach and Leadbetter Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

West Mesa
While there might not be top attractions in West Mesa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Arroyo Burro Beach and Leadbetter Beach.

Upper East
While visiting Upper East, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum.
Hidden Valley Travel Guide
- West Beach
- Santa Barbara Zoo
- University of California
- Santa Ynez Valley
- Stearns Wharf
- Carpinteria State Beach
- Butterfly Beach
- Lake Cachuma
- Santa Barbara City College
- Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club
- Los Padres National Forest
- El Capitan State Beach
- Cabrillo Pavillion
- Arroyo Burro Beach
- Sandpiper Golf Club
- Santa Barbara Natural History Museum
- Lotusland
- MOXI
- Refugio State Beach
