Title: Visit North State: Best of North State, Santa Barbara Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in North State](https://expedia.ca/North-State-Santa-Barbara-Hotels.0-n553248635976471154-0.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)[North State Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-North-State.d553248635976471154.Car-Rental-Guide)[North State Vacations](https://expedia.ca/North-State.d553248635976471154.Destination-Travel-Guides) # North State ## Santa Barbara ![ENW1XK View from Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6336857/90780389-162c-4ad9-9918-f18b839fdb74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![ENW1XK View from Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6336857/90780389-162c-4ad9-9918-f18b839fdb74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit North State Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Santa Barbara travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Barbara.dx602277) --- ### Popular places to visit ![ENW1XK View from Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6336857/90780389-162c-4ad9-9918-f18b839fdb74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Upper State Street During your visit to Santa Barbara, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Upper State Street. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its charming coffeehouses. [](https://expedia.ca/Upper-State-Street-Santa-Barbara.d6336857.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) ![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) ![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) ![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) ![Butterfly beach along Channel Drive in Santa Barbara, California., Shutterstock ID 23776711, SF SSA Case with Manager Approval: Case 07151371, Job: Prepay credit, Client/Licensee: , Other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621561135821/7c23c39f-881e-469e-b9f7-da3e4d3d4068.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Butterfly Beach Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Butterfly Beach during your travels in Santa Barbara? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/Butterfly-Beach-Santa-Barbara.d553248621561135821.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) ![Santa Barbara Coastal Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50192752/42525e3f-eeaa-4123-9364-579955e1d2c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara CA $55 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 $94 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 $61 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) --- ## North State Hotel Deals ![Sandpiper Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1060000/1058000/1057983/219b9599_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sandpiper Lodge 3525 State St Santa Barbara CA CA $127 CA $145 total Feb 9 - Feb 10 includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (2,163 reviews) The room was clean & the staff were helpful. Would recommend it. Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=1057983&PinnedHotelID=1057983&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976471154) ![Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13600/13530/0c380524_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn 3850 State St Santa Barbara CA CA $231 CA $264 total Feb 9 - Feb 10 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,084 reviews) Great breakfast. Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=13530&PinnedHotelID=13530&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976471154) ![Lemon Tree Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/970000/966200/966170/e9073631_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lemon Tree Inn 2819 State Street Santa Barbara CA CA $148 CA $169 total Feb 9 - Feb 10 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,207 reviews) Staff was great! Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=966170&PinnedHotelID=966170&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976471154) ![Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - State Street](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/996100/996095/w3838h2559x0y0-cc782c46_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - State Street 3505 State Street Santa Barbara CA Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay CA $106 CA $121 total Mar 9 - Mar 10 includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews) Very basic room, no toiletries, but as an adventurer traveler who One night stay, but very pleasant. Very quiet. Clean room Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F03%2F2026&endDate=10%2F03%2F2026&selected=996095&PinnedHotelID=996095&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976471154) ![Town and Country Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7830000/7820700/7820643/d7a0af33_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Town and Country Inn 2800 State Street Santa Barbara CA CA $86 CA $102 total Feb 22 - Feb 23 includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ... 7.6/10 Good! (1,002 reviews) Great hotel, love the staff! Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=7820643&PinnedHotelID=7820643&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976471154) ![Rose Garden Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7860000/7852600/7852538/16352ba4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rose Garden Inn 3643 State Street Santa Barbara CA Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ... 6.4/10 (1,003 reviews) I really like the staff here and the hotel is nice enuf Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=7852538&PinnedHotelID=7852538&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976471154) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=7852538&PinnedHotelID=7852538&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976471154) [See all 1,528 properties in North State](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635976471154) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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I've heard it called Proposal Rock before, but I'm not sure that's official! This is located a little north up the coast from Hendry's Beach and can make for some cool photos. #California #beach #beachbound #SantaBarbara #lifeatexpedia #weloveourmarkets #AMER](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/1bd1f9dc-bbb6-48ca-83d8-1259978c4b3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Las Positas Though Las Positas might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Arroyo Burro Beach and Earl Warren Showgrounds. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Barbara-Las-Positas.dx553248635976480692) ![Father and son hiking on Jesusita Trail with panoramic view of ocean and Channel Islands, Santa Barbara, California, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976468697/a0c5b7f0-aa03-472d-8e6d-2b74e3e910b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Oak Park 4.5/5(3 area reviews) While there might not be top attractions in Oak Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mission Santa Barbara and Arlington Theater. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Barbara-Oak-Park.dx553248635976468697) ![Founded on December 4, 1786, the mission is the namesake of the city of Santa Barbara as well as of Santa Barbara County. The grounds occupy a rise between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez Mountains granting beautiful views in all directions. Mission Santa Barbara is the only mission to remain under the leadership of the Franciscan Friars since its founding, Relax on the lawn, take a tour of the inside and even explore the rose gardens on a warm summer day, #SantaBarbara #California #lifeatexpedia #weloveourmarkets #AMER #StunningStructures](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/44cfd205-5536-4c95-8ff1-b094ac8f8047.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Upper East 3/5(1 area review) While visiting Upper East, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Barbara-Upper-East.dx553248635976468975) ![Elephant seal beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976471468/3301776a-1836-4692-b95b-7b35e2b8498d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Westside When in Westside, you can plan a visit to Arlington Theater and Granada Theatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Barbara-Westside.dx553248635976471468) ![2017 Spring stroll in Santa Barbara, CA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6323987/e0a8e901-65cd-4da6-a079-9da33d9a7596.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mission Canyon Visitors to Mission Canyon enjoy its gardens, and if you want to do some exploring, Santa Barbara Botanic Garden is worth a stop. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Barbara-Mission-Canyon.dx553248635939576581) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Alta Mesa Alta Mesa might not have many top sights, but 1000 Steps Beach and Leadbetter Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out. 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