Waterfront

Santa Barbara
Waterfront

Popular places to visit

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Santa Barbara Harbor

4.5/5(16 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Harbor
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Leadbetter Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Leadbetter Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Santa Barbara. While you're in the area, stroll along the marina.

Leadbetter Beach
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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 biking trails.

East Beach
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Santa Barbara Zoo

5/5(1 review)

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.

Santa Barbara Zoo
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Stearns Wharf

4.5/5(32 reviews)

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.

Stearns Wharf
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Upper State Street

4.5/5(27 reviews)

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.

Upper State Street

Things to do

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Guided Kayak Wildlife Tour in the Santa Barbara Harbor

CA $74
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided Kayak Wildlife Tour in the Santa Barbara Harbor
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Santa Barbara: Stand-up Paddle Board Rental

CA $34
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Stand-up Paddle Board Rental
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Historic Santa Barbara Family Walking Adventure

CA $638
Per adult
Historic Santa Barbara Family Walking Adventure
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Sunset Kayak Tour of Santa Barbara with Knowledgeable Guide

CA $121
Per adult
Sunset Kayak Tour of Santa Barbara with Knowledgeable Guide
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Stand-Up Paddleboard Lesson in Santa Barbara

CA $115
Per adult
Stand-Up Paddleboard Lesson in Santa Barbara
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Santa Barbara: Sparkling Wine Walking Tour

CA $183
Per adult
Santa Barbara: Sparkling Wine Walking Tour
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Waterfront Hotel Deals

Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
3.5 out of 5
202 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $294 per night from May 30 to May 31
CA $294
CA $336 total
includes taxes & fees
May 30 - May 31
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,098 reviews)
"Wonderful!"

Reviewed on May 21, 2024

Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
3 out of 5
3850 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is CA $176 per night from May 27 to May 28
CA $176
CA $201 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"This property is undergoing renovations. Our room was brand new. We stayed here for a concert and it's only a short Uber ride from the venue and downtown and a ton of great restaurants. Target is right across the street and Farm Boys is great for breakfast."

Reviewed on May 20, 2024

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Sandpiper Lodge
Sandpiper Lodge
2 out of 5
3525 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is CA $196 per night from May 28 to May 29
CA $196
CA $223 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,016 reviews)
"Great place for staying"

Reviewed on May 20, 2024

Sandpiper Lodge
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
3.5 out of 5
4111 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is CA $285 per night from May 29 to May 30
CA $285
CA $332 total
includes taxes & fees
May 29 - May 30
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Very clean and comfortable, staff friendly. Close to many things but not within walking distance to beach. Pool was very small compared to pictures but temps too cool for swimming. Great daily breakfast selection and nice work out room! Would come again for sure!!"

Reviewed on May 18, 2024

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
3.5 out of 5
2220 Bath Street, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is CA $231 per night from May 29 to May 30
CA $231
CA $263 total
includes taxes & fees
May 29 - May 30
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"There was a cute aviary with finches next to the restaurant on property. What I didn’t like was some rude Hotel guest who went out to their car at six in the morning and turned on the radio full blast."

Reviewed on May 18, 2024

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 out of 5
128 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is CA $171 per night from May 28 to May 29
CA $171
CA $205 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the WiFi ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,281 reviews)
"The full on breakfast was great.The room was clean and all the staff was very nice.The only thing that was missing was a microwave in the room.I will stay there again!"

Reviewed on May 23, 2024

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
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Other neighbourhoods around Waterfront

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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.

Santa Barbara Beach
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East Beach

4/5(16 area reviews)

East Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Cabrillo Pavillion and Santa Barbara Zoo.

East Beach
We stopped here for a wine tasting.

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.

The Funk Zone
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Lower State

5/5(3 area reviews)

While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Moreton Bay Fig Tree.

Lower State
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Eastside

Eastside might not have many top sights, but Santa Barbara Zoo and Cabrillo Pavillion are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Eastside
Sambo’s Restaurant

West Beach

While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum.

West Beach

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