Santa Barbara Beach Travel Guide

Name: Beachside Inn
Price range: £166
Rating: 9

Santa Barbara

A coastal town with a pier extending into the ocean, a beach, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.

A marina with numerous boats docked, a pier extending into the water, and a backdrop of mountains and a sunset sky.

A pier with lights reflecting on the water, a flag, and buildings in the background.

A calm body of water with a pier extending into it, a ship docked at the pier, and mountains in the background.

A sunset over a calm body of water with a distant shoreline and a building on the right.

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A marina with multiple boats docked, calm water, and a clear sky.

Santa Barbara Harbor

9.2/10 (2,746 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Things to do

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

£52

per adult

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

£29

per adult

98% of travellers recommend

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

£28

per adult

90% of travellers recommend

Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental

£34

per adult

Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map

£26

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental

£12

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

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Top hotels in Santa Barbara Beach

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA

£127

2 Sept - 3 Sept

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! (2,386 reviews)

"Clean place to stay and walking to the beach a plus. Breakfast had alot of beverage choices and the food was limited but enough to get u started for the day."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

633 E Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA

£240

3 Sept - 4 Sept

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 ...

The Franciscan Hotel

109 Bath Street Santa Barbara CA

£160

15 Sept - 16 Sept

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,262 reviews)

"Beautiful hotel in Santa Barbara! It’s walking distance to the waterfront and the property is beautiful. The room was clean and well kept, the breakfast was also very tasty and had a variety of foods to choose from. Overall it was a lovely stay and we will definitely be back!"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2026

Hotel Californian

36 State Street Santa Barbara CA

£507

7 Sept - 8 Sept

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this luxury hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...

Inn By The Harbor

433 W Montecito St Santa Barbara CA

£237

25 Aug - 26 Aug

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! (1,926 reviews)

"The room was really nice and it was really clean so that’s a good thing. There’s a little bit of dust but nothing serious. The view was of a park and both my husband and I witnessed a drug deal not only was it just at the park. it was a big trashcan and it was sketchy. It looked like your car, but ..."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2026

Beachside Inn

336 W. Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA

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£166

24 Aug - 25 Aug

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! (1,254 reviews)

"Everything was so good, the rooms are big enough to not feel cramped. As far as the bathroom goes, the shower room could use some freshening up on a facilities level but all was kept clean by the staff! Would definitely stay again!"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2026

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Where to stay in Santa Barbara Beach

Find the best Santa Barbara Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Santa Barbara Beach

A coastal beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

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.

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A coastal town with a prominent white building with a red roof, palm trees, and mountains in the background.

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 Arlington Theater or Lobero Theater might round out your trip.