North State Travel Guide
Santa Barbara

Visit North State
Stay near popular North State attractions
Things to do

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Top hotels in North State

Sandpiper Lodge
"The pool and hot tub are quite tiny— be prepared that there may not be room. Room was a bit musty and fridge didn’t really work. Very nice staff however— and seemed like a good choice for this price point."
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Lemon Tree Inn
"Beautiful grounds. Comfy bed."
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
"Upon check in, I just gave them my last name and they gave me the key. No ID requested. No paperwork nor anything to sign. Nothing. I found that highly unusual. I had prepaid through hotels.com but what if someone else arrived before me and gave them my name? They would have gotten the room under ..."
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
"This was mine and my husband’s first time staying at FOUND hotels here in Santa Barbara, and we had a wonderful stay! The room was beautiful, well-kept, had a nice view out looking the tropical courtyard, had non-carpet flooring, and the staff was friendly. FOUND hotel is located on State St: the ..."
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Rose Garden Inn
"Horrible piece of property"
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Town and Country Inn
"Clean and well kept, but a curtain had s burned cigarette hole in it."
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026
Where to stay in North State

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

East Beach
East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.























