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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: 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
Top hotels in Santa Barbara Beach
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA
The price is £126 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
£126
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 ...
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
633 E Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
The price is £239 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
£239
2 Sept - 3 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
The price is £164 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
£164
27 Sept - 28 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! (1,280 reviews)
"Lovely hotel 2 mins from the beach. More ‘motel’ in style but very clean, friendly helpful staff, and good facilities. Loved the inclusive bike hire; ice machine; fridge and coffee in room. Pool was small but well maintained and clean. Breakfast was fine (we ate used to European breakfast buffets) ..."
Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026
Hotel Californian
36 State Street Santa Barbara CA
The price is £505 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
£505
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
The price is £208 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
£208
27 Sept - 28 Sept
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 ...
Beachside Inn
336 W. Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
The price is £143 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£143
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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. ...
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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
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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 Arlington Theater or Lobero Theater might round out your trip.
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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.
Lower State
While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Reagan Ranch Center.
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