East Beach Travel Guide
Santa Barbara
Popular places to visit
Santa Barbara Zoo
Why not meet the animals who call Santa Barbara Zoo home during your holiday in Santa Barbara? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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 cycling trails.
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.
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.
Santa Barbara Bowl
Enjoy a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, a popular theatre in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Butterfly Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Butterfly Beach during your travels in Santa Barbara? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
£28
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
£51
per adult
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
£26
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in East Beach
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
633 E Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
The price is £270 per night from 26 May to 27 May
£270
26 May - 27 May
includes taxes & fees
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 in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (273 reviews)
Great room with a partial view of the ocean. Staff was really nice and the check in and out was super easy.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Santa Barbara Inn
901 E Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
The price is £283 per night from 17 May to 18 May
£283
17 May - 18 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Great location - pool Hours sucked
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
443 Corona Del Mar Santa Barbara CA
The price is £129 per night from 26 May to 27 May
£129
26 May - 27 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,343 reviews)
Easy to get to and close to everything. well worth the price and the staff was excellent.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
1111 East Cabrillo Boulevard Santa Barbara CA
The price is £245 per night from 25 May to 26 May
£245
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Room was not clean and sink was broken and no one came till next day to fix it
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
433 Corona Del Mar Drive Santa Barbara CA
The price is £128 per night from 5 May to 6 May
£128
5 May - 6 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Great location near beach. Great parking situation. Staff very friendly and helpful. Good bed and sheets. Furniture a bit dated.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
The Inn at East Beach
1029 Orilla Del Mar Santa Barbara CA
The price is £129 per night from 18 May to 19 May
£129
18 May - 19 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a fireplace in reception. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
The room was clean and the bed was comfy
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around East Beach
Santa Barbara Beach
4.5/5(68 area reviews)
Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.
Waterfront
If you're spending some time in Waterfront, West Beach and East Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Eastside
While Eastside isn't home to many top sights, Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
The Funk Zone
4.5/5(7 area reviews)
Travellers 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.
Lower State
5/5(2 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.
Eucalyptus Hill
While there might not be top attractions in Eucalyptus Hill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Santa Barbara Zoo and Lotusland.
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