Waterfront Travel Guide

Santa Barbara

A river with rocks, palm trees, and mountains in the background.
A sailboat on the ocean with a clear sky.
A beach with mountains in the background.
A wooden boardwalk with palm trees and buildings in the background.
A marina with numerous boats docked, a seahorse statue, and mountains in the background.

Stay near popular Waterfront attractions


Top hotels in Waterfront

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is 6.785.936 ₫ per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
6.785.936 ₫
7.890.687 ₫ total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,410 reviews)
"I love the style of the style of a hotel which I understand was recently redone. It would've been nice to have somewhere to have something to eat like a restaurant or room service in the morning or morning coffee. Of course stay straight is right out front but it's nice to be able to go directly ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026

Hotel Santa Barbara
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
4770 Calle Real Santa Barbara CA
The price is 5.372.681 ₫ per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
5.372.681 ₫
6.242.882 ₫ total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,213 reviews)
"The whole staff was helpful and friendly"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is 3.367.776 ₫ per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
3.367.776 ₫
3.839.265 ₫ total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,510 reviews)
"Breakfast was all empty carbs, no protein and super basic. Beds were super comfy and overall the rooms were nice. Showers were a little outdated. Overall would stay again but lowering my expectations for the price when staying in town."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

Sandpiper Lodge
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 out of 5
128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA
The price is 4.946.654 ₫ per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
4.946.654 ₫
5.846.046 ₫ total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and premium TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,268 reviews)
"Wanted to use the hot tub, got in to "green" luke warm water. Shower had spots of mold"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

2 out of 5
5550 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
The price is 2.153.806 ₫ per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
2.153.806 ₫
2.534.463 ₫ total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,354 reviews)
"It was clean, I liked the room and it has a microwave and refrigerator"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

3 out of 5
336 W. Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 5.727.758 ₫ per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
5.727.758 ₫
6.540.520 ₫ total
30 Jun - 1 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,216 reviews)
"The rooms were clean and the staff was very accommodating to our needs. The breakfast was great and coffee was on 24/7!😁 The location was great and walking distance from the beach."

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

Beachside Inn
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Where to stay in Waterfront

Find the best Waterfront areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and West Beach.

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 Presidio Santa Barbara 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.



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