Eastside Travel Guide
Santa Barbara
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Things to do
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
£52
per adult
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
£28
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
£26
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop
£45
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Eastside
Hotel Santa Barbara
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is £199 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
£199
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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 ...
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
4200 Via Real Carpinteria CA
The price is £69 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£69
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
5550 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
The price is £77 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£77
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8/10 Very good! (1,700 reviews)
"Had a last minute need for a hotel in the area, we love Carpenteria , so when I saw a room for 150 for a Saturday evening I jumped on it. I wasn’t expecting much for the price but was happily surprised. If you take bikes it will be an easy ride to the beach, and close to many delicious restaurants. ..."
Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026
Beachside Inn
336 W. Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
The price is £154 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
£154
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,296 reviews)
"The rooms aesthetic was great. Breakfast was too. We were a short walk from the pier and many great restaurants. Will definitely consider staying here in the future"
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA
The price is £139 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
£139
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and premium TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,419 reviews)
"Great price for location and cute room perfect for a wedding weekend. It was close to everything, and the waffles in the morning were so yummy!"
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is £96 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
£96
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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. ...
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Where to stay in Eastside
Find the best Eastside areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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.
Photo by Rachel M
Open Photo by Rachel M
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.
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Open Photo by robb image
West Beach
If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.
East Beach
East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.
