Title: Visit Waterfront: Best of Waterfront, Santa Barbara Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Waterfront](https://expedia.ca/Waterfront-Santa-Barbara-Hotels.0-n553248635976474580-0.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)[Waterfront Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Waterfront.d553248635976474580.Car-Rental-Guide)[Waterfront Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Waterfront.d553248635976474580.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Waterfront ## Santa Barbara ![Waterfront](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/7d48f555-edf0-4da9-9ce9-290cb5c75526.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Waterfront](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/b01bbb95-ec68-4a20-8311-daeb822580fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Waterfront](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/2baecaa3-6fa0-4297-864c-eb2c9bc26437.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Waterfront](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/d679400d-12c7-49cd-924f-02149a453427.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Waterfront](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/30ce6c84-8fdd-46b4-a6db-46fa6908e44f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Waterfront Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Santa Barbara travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Barbara.dx602277) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Santa Barbara Harbor](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/30ce6c84-8fdd-46b4-a6db-46fa6908e44f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Barbara-Harbor-Santa-Barbara-Beach.d553248634000903287.Vacation-Attraction) ![a gorgeous summer landscape at the beach with blue ocean water with waves rolling into the beach, silky brown sand and rocky cliffs covered in lush green trees and plants and blue sky and clouds](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065943/40a9f9b4-6e6c-4851-8a9e-371a98b5528d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Leadbetter-Beach-Waterfront.d6065943.Vacation-Attraction) ![SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA, USA - OCT 8th, 2014: city Leadbetter beach with a cruise liner](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635983994307/5466a283-cbc5-463b-b571-1e12fd0e1004.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### East Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at East Beach during your trip to Santa Barbara? Stroll along the seaside or seek out the biking trails. [](https://expedia.ca/East-Beach-Santa-Barbara.d553248635983994307.Vacation-Attraction) #### Cabrillo Pavillion Cabrillo Pavillion is just one of the places to see in Santa Barbara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the waterfront or seek out the biking trails. [](https://expedia.ca/Cabrillo-Pavillion-Santa-Barbara.d553248633849588105.Vacation-Attraction) #### Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center 5/5(1 review) Explore the lovely green spaces of Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center and 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/Outdoors-Santa-Barbara-Visitor-Center-Santa-Barbara.d6323999.Vacation-Attraction) #### Cabrillo Bike Path You can take time to visit Cabrillo Bike Path during your travels to Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Cabrillo-Bike-Path-Santa-Barbara.d553248621532639711.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Santa Barbara Trolley Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1247677/0caf3bee-1b47-481c-869d-cded3cfc65da.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/f7ad4d0b-a339-44f1-9557-447b02e931a6.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) --- ## Waterfront 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 Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay CA $337 CA $392 total Apr 12 - Apr 13 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! (1,291 reviews) We loved the location on state street, using the bikes it was so easy to enjoy the stay Reviewed on Apr 7, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=67458&PinnedHotelID=67458&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976474580) ![Sandpiper Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1060000/1058000/1057983/46edc7c6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sandpiper Lodge 3525 State St Santa Barbara CA CA $166 CA $189 total Apr 16 - Apr 17 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. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (2,333 reviews) My family and I had a nice stay here during Spring Break. We really liked that the pool was nicely heated and the wifi was working much better than when we last stayed in December 2025\. Would love to see some more breakfast options added such as hot items and hot chocolate for the kids. Reviewed on Apr 6, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F04%2F2026&endDate=17%2F04%2F2026&selected=1057983&PinnedHotelID=1057983&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976474580) ![Hyatt Place Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32670000/32661400/32661326/6fce7cb5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Place Santa Barbara 4111 State Street Santa Barbara CA CA $295 CA $347 total May 3 - May 4 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,090 reviews) Staff was very standoffish. Bathroom was dirty. Generally not my usual experience with Hyatt as I am usually a frequent Hyatt user. Also extremely noisy throughout the day. Reviewed on Apr 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F05%2F2026&endDate=04%2F05%2F2026&selected=32661326&PinnedHotelID=32661326&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976474580) ![Avania Inn of Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/970000/969000/968986/9dcf1da6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Avania Inn of Santa Barbara 128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA CA $236 CA $280 total May 5 - May 6 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and premium TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,183 reviews) amenities nonexistent. staff rude about those unavailable amenities. after all these years, i will never use expedia again, customer service is a automated joke. i will never stay at this hotel again or recommend it. Reviewed on Apr 7, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F05%2F2026&endDate=06%2F05%2F2026&selected=968986&PinnedHotelID=968986&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976474580) ![Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/18000/17955/f9e3828b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort 633 E Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA CA $381 CA $498 total May 5 - May 6 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach resort in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 6 outdoor pickleball courts. Our guests praise the helpful staff ... 7.8/10 Good! (250 reviews) Very family and pet friendly. We have young boys and were traveling with our dog, and the accommodations were perfect - large, clean room, and we felt welcomed throughout the resort. We loved the shuffle board and pool area, and of course the proximity to the beach! Reviewed on Apr 7, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F05%2F2026&endDate=06%2F05%2F2026&selected=17955&PinnedHotelID=17955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976474580) ![The Milo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565800/565736/af5e1e5e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Milo 202 W Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA CA $439 CA $502 total Apr 21 - Apr 22 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and free bicycles on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,532 reviews) Very clean and great location Reviewed on Apr 7, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F04%2F2026&endDate=22%2F04%2F2026&selected=565736&PinnedHotelID=565736&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976474580) [See all 1,526 properties in Waterfront](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F04%2F2026&endDate=09%2F04%2F2026®ionId=553248635976474580) 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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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) ![aerial of East Beach at sunset, Santa Barbara, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6323324/a05906c2-2bbb-41f5-8b1d-d4bb77580a44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Barbara-East-Beach.dx6323324) ![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) ![Santa Barbara's Moreton Bay Fig Tree](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6323588/6cfccf8f-35e6-4214-9482-932efc78f72a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Paseo Nuevo Mall. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Barbara-Lower-State.dx553248635976470304) ![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) ### Eastside Eastside might not have many top sights, but Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Barbara-Eastside.dx553248635976479528) ![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. 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