Hope Travel Guide
Santa Barbara
Popular places to visit
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.
Santa Barbara Bowl
Enjoy a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, a popular theatre in Santa Barbara. 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.
Butterfly Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Butterfly Beach during your travels in Santa Barbara? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Hope
Hotel Santa Barbara
Lovely hotel. Noisy on a Saturday night on the street, but everything else was lovely.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
Breakfast was better than average
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
We had a nice stay at this hotel. The rooms were clean and well-kept. The staff was friendly and helpful, which made our stay comfortable. Breakfast didn’t have a huge variety, but everything was fresh, tasty, and nicely prepared — it was more than enough. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and ...
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Didn’t take advantage of the breakfast.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Decent hotel, rooms seem pretty fresh and well kept. Bed was firm and not ruined by years of use. I didn't see any mold nor was there much of a smell. Showers do not have doors or curtains as others mentioned - just bad design but point the shower down all the way and its less bad. Breakfast is pretty ...
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Great room with a partial view of the ocean. Staff was really nice and the check in and out was super easy.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hope
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.
Mission Canyon
Mission Canyon is noteworthy for its gardens, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Santa Barbara Botanic Garden and The Children's Centennial Maze.
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.
Upper East
While visiting Upper East, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum.
Westside
While Westside isn't home to many top sights, Arlington Theater and Santa Barbara Public Market 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.
