Santa Barbara Beach Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
East Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at East Beach during your trip to Santa Barbara? Stroll along the waterfront or seek out the cycling trails.
West Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, West Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Santa Barbara. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the cycling trails.
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center during your trip to Santa Barbara. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
Top hotels in Santa Barbara Beach
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
"Their employees were so nice and welcoming!"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Beachside Inn
"Have stayed a number of times and will continue. Professional and kind staff. I was upgraded to a recently renovated harbor view. Will be back again in a few months. Thank you"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
The Franciscan Hotel
"I loved this place. Staff was very kind and helpful. I loved being able to rent bikes for free as well. It really helped getting around."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
The Milo
"Overall a great experience staying at The Milo. Great location, great ambience, friendly staff, clean rooms etc. There are two things that could have been better: 1. Mattresses- very old and soft, n bouncy springs. 2. Window shades/blinds - these were almost sheer and couldn’t keep the lights out ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Santa Barbara Inn
"It was a little tried and old- it smelled that way too."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
"The location, grounds, room, amenities and parking situation is fantastic. I’ve stayed at a few different hotels in Santa Barbara and this is one I’d definitely come back to. I highly recommend this hotel"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Santa Barbara Beach
Waterfront
If you're spending some time in Waterfront, East Beach and Santa Barbara Harbor 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.
The Funk Zone
Travellers come to The Funk Zone for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Art Foundry while you're in town.
Lower State
While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Paseo Nuevo Mall.
Eastside
While Eastside isn't home to many top sights, Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
West Beach
If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and Carriage and Western Art Museum are top sights worth seeing.
