Title: Eastside Travel Guide: Best of Eastside, Santa Barbara Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Eastside](https://expedia.co.uk/Eastside-Hotels.d553248635976479528.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Santa Barbara](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Santa-Barbara.d602277.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Santa Barbara](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Santa-Barbara.d602277.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Eastside Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Eastside.d553248635976479528.Car-Hire-Guide)[Eastside Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Eastside.d553248635976479528.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Eastside Travel Guide ## Santa Barbara ## Visit Eastside Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Santa Barbara travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara.dx602277) --- ### Popular places to visit ![SantaBarbara_SantaBarbaraBowl_6065951_05](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065951/1c4c223f-48da-46c6-aaa5-f4448e7438f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara Bowl 5/5(3 reviews) Enjoy a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, a popular theatre in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Bowl-Lower-Riviera.d6065951.Attraction) ![Santa Barbara County Courthouse featuring a luxury hotel or resort and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6177264/35515636-c1e2-4fd8-9ed4-32c9dd451a7f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara County Courthouse 4.5/5(11 reviews) See the best views of Santa Barbara and enjoy a stunning variety of architectural styles at the city’s historic courthouse. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-County-Courthouse-Downtown-Santa-Barbara.d6177264.Attraction) ![Giraffe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065929/270a1a70-0d2d-4907-9d24-b5f37a1112ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Zoo-Santa-Barbara.d6065929.Attraction) ![I love the stillness of this marina, especially sunrise and sunset ](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(15 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.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Harbor-Santa-Barbara.d553248634000903287.Attraction) ![Butterfly beach along Channel Drive in Santa Barbara, California., Shutterstock ID 23776711, SF SSA Case with Manager Approval: Case 07151371, Job: Prepay credit, Client/Licensee: , Other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621561135821/7c23c39f-881e-469e-b9f7-da3e4d3d4068.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Butterfly Beach 4/5(1 review) 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 romantic area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Butterfly-Beach-Montecito.d553248621561135821.Attraction) ![ENW1XK View from Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6336857/90780389-162c-4ad9-9918-f18b839fdb74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Upper State Street 4.5/5(32 reviews) During your visit to Santa Barbara, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Upper State Street. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Upper-State-Street-Santa-Barbara.d6336857.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Santa Barbara Trolley Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1247677/f40fd037-ab30-40b5-bf4c-f29e61420bbf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara Trolley Tour £20 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/santa-barbara-trolley-tour.a1247677.activity-details) ![Santa Barbara Coastal Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50192752/42525e3f-eeaa-4123-9364-579955e1d2c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara £30 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/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 £50 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/santa-barbara-beach-and-coastline-helicopter-tour.a47868883.activity-details) ![Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49965347/cc9b081e-041c-4ce1-b661-266bdf8cbc76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy £18 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/visit-the-rescued-cats-of-cat-therapy.a49965347.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 £26 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/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 £33 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/santa-barbara-electric-bike-rental.a44652338.activity-details) [See all activities in Santa Barbara](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Santa-Barbara.d602277.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Eastside ![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 £226 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,220 reviews) Beautiful hotel Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=67458&PinnedHotelID=67458&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976479528) ![Sandpiper Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1060000/1058000/1057983/219b9599_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sandpiper Lodge 3525 State St Santa Barbara CA £82 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (2,218 reviews) Great Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=1057983&PinnedHotelID=1057983&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976479528) ![Inn By The Harbor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34500/34495/375e4f4a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Inn By The Harbor 433 W Montecito St Santa Barbara CA £181 19 Mar - 20 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,856 reviews) Room was very clean and comfortable Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F03%2F2026&endDate=20%2F03%2F2026&selected=34495&PinnedHotelID=34495&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976479528) ![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 Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £142 9 Mar - 10 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,042 reviews) Courteous staff. Ants in shower and 2 moths in the bathroom Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F03%2F2026&endDate=10%2F03%2F2026&selected=32661326&PinnedHotelID=32661326&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976479528) ![Avania Inn of Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/970000/969000/968986/a1b49ad5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Avania Inn of Santa Barbara 128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA £94 4 Mar - 5 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the breakfast and ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,141 reviews) Size, handicap bathroom, nice temp in shower. Nice people at front desk. Perfect for me. I'm handicapped and room was spacious, and beds were great. Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F03%2F2026&endDate=05%2F03%2F2026&selected=968986&PinnedHotelID=968986&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976479528) ![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 £197 11 Mar - 12 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free bicycles on-site and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,528 reviews) The room was beautiful. But very loud. 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Situated about 100 miles north of Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, is being promoted as the "American Riviera" due to her Mediterranean-like climate.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/7d48f555-edf0-4da9-9ce9-290cb5c75526.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### East Beach 4.5/5(18 area reviews) East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-East-Beach.dx6323324) ![Santa Barbara Aerial Panorama. 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(67 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Santa-Barbara-Beach.dx553248633938970005) ![A marshland next to a public beach. Situated about 100 miles north of Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, is being promoted as the "American Riviera" due to her Mediterranean-like climate.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/7d48f555-edf0-4da9-9ce9-290cb5c75526.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Waterfront If you're spending some time in Waterfront, East Beach and Santa Barbara Harbor are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Waterfront.dx553248635976474580) ![El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6161030/a3ebc912-e936-42b1-9cb1-46f1414e5f4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Laguna Laguna might not have many top sights, but Presidio Santa Barbara and Lobero Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Laguna.dx553248635976472581) ![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(6 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/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(2 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. 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