Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara

A coastal town with a pier extending into the ocean, a beach, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.
A marina with numerous boats docked, a pier extending into the water, and a backdrop of mountains and a sunset sky.
A pier with lights reflecting on the water, a flag, and buildings in the background.
A calm body of water with a pier extending into it, a ship docked at the pier, and mountains in the background.
A sunset over a calm body of water with a distant shoreline and a building on the right.

Stay near popular Santa Barbara Beach attractions

A marina with multiple boats docked, calm water, and a clear sky.
Photo by Adam Hoggatt
Open Photo by Adam Hoggatt

Santa Barbara Harbor

9.2/10 (2,746 reviews)
Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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Things to do

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

CA $53
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
Helicopter Beach Tour

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

CA $98
per adult
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

CA $54
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map

Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map

CA $50
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental

Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental

CA $64
per adult
Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental
Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy

Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy

CA $36
per adult
Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy
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Santa Barbara Beach Hotel Deals

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 $262 per night from Jul 21 to Jul 22
CA $262
CA $310 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
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! (2,307 reviews)
"My daughter and I stayed at the Avania Inn for 1 night due to college tours. The location is excellent! We walked to West Beach and the pier, and there are lots of restaurants nearby. Our room was very clean and spacious. Breakfast is available, although we were told that there was none lol. When ..."

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2026

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

3 out of 5
336 W. Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
The price is CA $356 per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
CA $356
CA $407 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,231 reviews)
"The location is definitely the biggest advantage of this hotel, and the breakfast was quite good. The staff was friendly and the room was generally clean. However, the rooms are very outdated and don’t justify the price. The bathroom sink wouldn’t drain properly, and the refrigerator didn’t work ..."

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2026

Beachside Inn
Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 out of 5
433 W Montecito St Santa Barbara CA
The price is CA $378 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
CA $378
CA $431 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,889 reviews)
"Updated room. Complimentary wine/cheese cocktail hour in lobby to have there or bring back to room was very nice as well as continental breakfast."

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2026

Inn By The Harbor
The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 out of 5
109 Bath Street Santa Barbara CA
The price is CA $297 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
CA $297
CA $339 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,213 reviews)
"We loved our room. It was spacious and well located. Ground floor with no units above. Beautifully maintained garden all around and quick access to parking. It felt like a little private cottage. The front desk attendant Ben was so welcoming, we loved it. Highly recommend this hotel !"

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2026

The Franciscan Hotel
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

4 out of 5
633 E Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
The price is CA $463 per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
CA $463
CA $592 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
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! (350 reviews)
"Overall, we had a pleasant stay thanks to the kind and welcoming staff. The hotel’s location is excellent, it’s within walking distance of plenty of restaurants, shops, and the beach, making it very convenient to explore the area. That said, the rooms were quite outdated, especially considering the ..."

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2026

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
The Milo

The Milo

4 out of 5
202 W Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
The price is CA $440 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
CA $440
CA $502 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
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! (1,597 reviews)
"Lovely staff and great location. The restaurant “on site” doesn’t do dinner but breakfast& lunch good. The public gym is 20 min walk away and OK ish. The rooms and gardens are good. Definitely would stay again."

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2026

The Milo
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Where to stay in Santa Barbara Beach

Find the best Santa Barbara Beach areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Santa Barbara Beach
Learn more about Santa Barbara Beach
A coastal beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

Montecito

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.
A coastal town with a prominent white building with a red roof, palm trees, and mountains in the background.

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 Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.
A marina with multiple boats docked, calm water, and a clear sky.
Photo by Adam Hoggatt
Open Photo by Adam Hoggatt

West Beach

While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach.
A beach with palm trees, a pier, and the ocean at sunset.

East Beach

East Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.
A large tree with dense foliage in a park.

Lower State

While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like Reagan Ranch Center and Moreton Bay Fig Tree.

Santa Barbara Beach

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