East Beach Travel Guide

Santa Barbara

A beach with palm trees, a pier, and the ocean at sunset.
A coastal city with a beach, palm-lined promenade, and mountains in the background.
A coastal beach with waves, a clear sky, and distant hills.
A river with rocks, palm trees, and mountains in the background.
A beach with a large cruise ship in the distance, palm trees, and mountains in the background.

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Things to do


Top hotels in East Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

2 out of 5
443 Corona Del Mar Santa Barbara CA
The price is £102 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
£102
18 Nov - 19 Nov
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 ...
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

4 out of 5
633 E Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
The price is £223 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
£223
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn

4 out of 5
901 E Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
The price is £231 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
£231
30 Oct - 31 Oct
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Very nice and friendly staff"

Reviewed on 29 Oct 2026

Santa Barbara Inn
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
433 Corona Del Mar Drive Santa Barbara CA
The price is £106 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
£106
22 Nov - 23 Nov
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Really enjoyed. Totally worth the stay and well priced. Really good room. Clean too."

Reviewed on 29 Oct 2026

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach

2.5 out of 5
1029 Orilla Del Mar Santa Barbara CA
The price is £104 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
£104
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"The room worked decently for our quick 1 night stop in Santa Barbara, even if it was a bit old and rundown. A few things to note: - There was no air conditioning and instead were a few very dusty tower fans in the closet. - Breakfast includes a Keurig, bananas/apples, and pre-packaged muffins. - ..."

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2026

The Inn at East Beach
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

4 out of 5
1111 East Cabrillo Boulevard Santa Barbara CA
The price is £191 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
£191
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
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Where to stay in East Beach

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Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and West Beach.

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.

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.

West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Lower State

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



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