Title: Visit Lower State: Best of Lower State, Santa Barbara Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Lower State](https://expedia.ca/Lower-State-Santa-Barbara-Hotels.0-n553248635976470304-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Santa Barbara](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Santa-Barbara.d602277.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Santa Barbara](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Santa-Barbara.d602277.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Lower State Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Lower-State.d553248635976470304.Car-Rental-Guide)[Lower State Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Lower-State.d553248635976470304.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Lower State ## Santa Barbara ![Santa Barbara's Moreton Bay Fig Tree](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6323588/6cfccf8f-35e6-4214-9482-932efc78f72a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lower State](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/5dce29db-6a78-4eea-a0a0-c744b6dc0987.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lower State](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/7402ed8b-eb6c-4e92-8544-d2a9be722c30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lower State](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/844455b7-751d-42ff-b653-73a8f4183652.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lower State](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/4877f4f7-ae9b-400d-99e3-8e7baf51de7c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Lower State Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Santa Barbara travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Barbara.dx602277) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Santa Barbara's Moreton Bay Fig Tree](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6323588/6cfccf8f-35e6-4214-9482-932efc78f72a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Moreton Bay Fig Tree Explore the lovely green spaces of Moreton Bay Fig Tree and also enjoy the biking trails in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Moreton-Bay-Fig-Tree-Lower-State.d6323588.Vacation-Attraction) ![I love the stillness of this marina, especially sunrise and sunset ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/30ce6c84-8fdd-46b4-a6db-46fa6908e44f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Barbara-Harbor-Santa-Barbara-Beach.d553248634000903287.Vacation-Attraction) ![Santa Barbara County Courthouse showing heritage architecture and a luxury hotel or resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6177264/35515636-c1e2-4fd8-9ed4-32c9dd451a7f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara County Courthouse See the best views of Santa Barbara and enjoy a stunning variety of architectural styles at the city’s historic courthouse. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Barbara-County-Courthouse-Downtown-Santa-Barbara.d6177264.Vacation-Attraction) ![The longest deep water pier between San Francisco and Los Angeles in Santa Barbara.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/4e4763bd-1145-4911-a197-bea12fbe0b36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Stearns Wharf Explore the waterfront of Stearns Wharf and enjoy other activities such as biking in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Stearns-Wharf-Santa-Barbara-Beach.d6063349.Vacation-Attraction) ![SantaBarbara_SantaBarbaraBowl_6065951_05](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065951/1c4c223f-48da-46c6-aaa5-f4448e7438f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara Bowl Enjoy a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, a storied theater in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Barbara-Bowl-Lower-Riviera.d6065951.Vacation-Attraction) ![Giraffe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065929/270a1a70-0d2d-4907-9d24-b5f37a1112ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara Zoo Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call Santa Barbara Zoo home during your trip to Santa Barbara? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Barbara-Zoo-Santa-Barbara.d6065929.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Santa Barbara Trolley Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1247677/f40fd037-ab30-40b5-bf4c-f29e61420bbf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara Trolley Tour CA $38 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-trolley-tour.a1247677.activity-details) ![Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50192752/de545324-90a8-483d-8a0b-57d8521c16fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara CA $44 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/coastal-cruise-on-yacht-in-santa-barbara.a50192752.activity-details) ![Helicopter Beach Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47868883/c6a28ada-d593-46d5-8ad3-850c0fab486b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour CA $95 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-beach-and-coastline-helicopter-tour.a47868883.activity-details) ![Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44649102/1306d2d4-212e-48eb-b9f3-6d4c69322053.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map CA $48 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-full-day-7-speed-bike-rental-with-area-map.a44649102.activity-details) ![Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44652338/55369f36-2fca-4cb2-824e-2cf29cff189e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental CA $62 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-electric-bike-rental.a44652338.activity-details) ![Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49965347/cc9b081e-041c-4ce1-b661-266bdf8cbc76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy CA $34 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/visit-the-rescued-cats-of-cat-therapy.a49965347.activity-details) [See all activities in Santa Barbara](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Santa-Barbara.d602277.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Lower State Hotel Deals ![Hotel Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/67500/67458/009f4bea_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Santa Barbara 533 State St Santa Barbara CA CA $341 CA $396 total Apr 27 - Apr 28 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,270 reviews) Beautiful hotel. Couldn't have asked for more. Room was beautiful Location, location, location. Staff was very friendly. 15 min walk to the beach and Stearns Wharf. Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F04%2F2026&endDate=28%2F04%2F2026&selected=67458&PinnedHotelID=67458&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976470304) ![Riviera Beach House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4930000/4927400/4927347/2b52929d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Riviera Beach House 121 State St Santa Barbara CA CA $253 CA $289 total Apr 26 - Apr 27 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews) This hotel has an excellent location, close to downtown, the beach and pier. There was also an outstanding restaurant right next to the hotel! The lobby was very nice and the staff were friendly, welcoming and very helpful! They were very flexible with check in and check out which we really appreciated. ... Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F04%2F2026&endDate=27%2F04%2F2026&selected=4927347&PinnedHotelID=4927347&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976470304) ![Hotel Californian](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18380000/18374100/18374097/e9b17fb6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Californian 36 State Street Santa Barbara CA CA $797 CA $997 total Apr 21 - Apr 22 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (947 reviews) Súper, I loved everything about it. Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F04%2F2026&endDate=22%2F04%2F2026&selected=18374097&PinnedHotelID=18374097&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976470304) ![Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84140000/84135300/84135249/a9346fa3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels 524 State St Santa Barbara CA CA $359 CA $410 total Apr 13 - Apr 14 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (424 reviews) Stayed in a comfy room. It was small, but very efficient and had everything I needed for a comfortable 1 night stay for a work trip. It would have been tight for 2 people, but doable to a long weekend where you are planning outdoor activities. Overall great location and value Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F04%2F2026&endDate=14%2F04%2F2026&selected=84135249&PinnedHotelID=84135249&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976470304) ![Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/210000/200800/200768/4acefcde_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton 17 W Haley St Santa Barbara CA CA $376 CA $429 total Apr 19 - Apr 20 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews) Great location walkable to everything we wanted, wonderful 2nd floor covered patio area. I had a tough time getting someone there on the phone ahead of the trip, eventually called the reservation line in hopes they could help but they had to get someone at the hotel and connect me, and it’s been ... Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F04%2F2026&endDate=20%2F04%2F2026&selected=200768&PinnedHotelID=200768&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976470304) ![Haley Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27170000/27160800/27160797/65c7ec51_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Haley Hotel 26 E Haley St Santa Barbara CA CA $193 CA $234 total Apr 15 - Apr 16 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free bicycles on site, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (612 reviews) The room was not properly cleaned — there was hair throughout, and the AC was not functioning well. Overall, the property feels overrated for what it offers. At check-in, the front desk staff member was wearing AirPods while speaking with me, which came across as unprofessional and inattentive. It ... Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F04%2F2026&endDate=16%2F04%2F2026&selected=27160797&PinnedHotelID=27160797&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976470304) [See all 1,528 properties in Lower State](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=28%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248635976470304) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Lower State hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976470304&startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28)[Mar 27 - Mar 28](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976470304&startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976470304&startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29)[Mar 28 - Mar 29](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976470304&startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29) [This weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976470304&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026)[Mar 27 - Mar 29](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976470304&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Lower State ![Sunset on the pier beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633938969740/de97ae4d-e107-4ec7-a30a-648b482b2434.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### The Funk Zone 5/5(9 area reviews) Travelers 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Barbara-The-Funk-Zone.dx553248633938969740) ![Aerial view of Santa Barbara historic city center with Santa Ynez Mountains at the background, from top of the clock tower of Santa Barbara County Courthouse, California CA, USA. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6323990/0efd817a-2a13-44f5-94b9-71d4061369d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Historic Downtown Santa Barbara The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Paseo Nuevo Mall might round out your trip. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Barbara-Historic-Downtown-Santa-Barbara.dx6323990) ![urban landscape of the city of Santa Barbara, California ; Shutterstock ID 398939668](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6336854/2e5d0a91-532a-4c4b-8c8a-45b25eae41ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Paseo Nuevo Mall might round out your trip. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Barbara-Downtown-Santa-Barbara.dx6336854) ![West Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/2035ad5d-4b5d-4daa-8939-f3895b2840a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### West Beach While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and Carriage and Western Art Museum. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Barbara-West-Beach.dx553248635976474091) ![Santa Barbara Aerial Panorama. Scenic shot of Pier and beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633938970005/8bc73fbe-2232-4f75-b9dd-82444ab9d6e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Santa Barbara Beach 4.5/5(42 area reviews) Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Barbara-Santa-Barbara-Beach.dx553248633938970005) ![Waterfront](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/7d48f555-edf0-4da9-9ce9-290cb5c75526.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Waterfront While visiting Waterfront, you might make a stop by sights like East Beach and Santa Barbara Harbor. 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