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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 beautiful beaches 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
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
My stay at the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort was truly exceptional. The property is beautiful, well-maintained, and perfectly situated right across from the beach, offering stunning ocean views and easy access to the shoreline. From the moment I arrived, the staff were warm, welcoming, and ...
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Inn By The Harbor
Lovely stay! Staff was great, the location was perfect and I’d definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Cleanliness accommodating staff good position for walking and transport
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Good
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
The Milo
always one of my favorite hotels. Beautiful views, fire tables, nice staff, comfortable beds. And of course the amazing location!
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Santa Barbara Inn
Beautiful hotel across from the ocean. Neighborhood is iffy but beach is nearby. Long trek to downtown and restaurants. Staff is friendly
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Santa Barbara Beach
Waterfront
If you're spending some time in Waterfront, West Beach and East 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.
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 West Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Santa Barbara Beach Travel Guide
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- Santa Barbara Zoo
- Stearns Wharf
- Santa Barbara City College
- Cabrillo Pavillion
- MOXI
- West Beach
- Reagan Ranch Center
- Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center
- Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center
- Santa Barbara Carriage Museum
- Santa Barbara Maritime Museum
- Carriage and Western Art Museum
- Santa Barbara Deep Sea
- Santa Barbara Art Foundry
- University of California
- Butterfly Beach
- Carpinteria State Beach
- Los Padres National Forest
- Santa Ynez Valley
- Lake Cachuma
- El Capitan State Beach
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