Coast Village Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Santa Barbara Zoo

Santa Barbara Zoo

5/5(2 reviews)

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.

Santa Barbara Zoo
Santa Barbara Harbor

Santa Barbara Harbor

4.5/5(4 reviews)

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

Santa Barbara Harbor
Stearns Wharf

Stearns Wharf

4.5/5(11 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Stearns Wharf and enjoy other activities such as cycling in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Stearns Wharf
Santa Barbara County Courthouse which includes a luxury hotel or resort and heritage architecture

Santa Barbara County Courthouse

5/5(1 review)

See the best views of Santa Barbara and enjoy a stunning variety of architectural styles at the city’s historic courthouse.

Santa Barbara County Courthouse
Upper State Street

Upper State Street

4.5/5(10 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.

Upper State Street
Butterfly Beach

Butterfly Beach

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 walkable area.

Butterfly Beach

Activities

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

AU$43
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
Helicopter Beach Tour

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

AU$107
per adult
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Santa Ynez Valley: Zipline Adventure with 4×4 Humvee Ride

Santa Barbara: Zipline Tour with 4x4 Humvee Ride

AU$223
per adult
Santa Barbara: Zipline Tour with 4x4 Humvee Ride
Checking out the sea lions

Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)

AU$84
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
Come see Santa Barbara like you never have heard tales of death and bring the city's history back to life.

Santa Barbara Ghosts Tour

AU$50
per adult
Santa Barbara Ghosts Tour
Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour

AU$54
per adult
Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour
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Our pick of the best Coast Village Hotel Deals

The Milo
The Milo
3.5 out of 5
202 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is AU$567 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$567
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,387 reviews)
"Loved the beachfront location and ability to use the property’s bikes to explore the local area. The room was comfortable and had plenty of space for our one night stay. We only used one pool area but found it clean and warm. Really lovely stay and would definitely return!"

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

The Milo
Sandpiper Lodge
Sandpiper Lodge
2 out of 5
3525 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is AU$266 per night from 16 July to 17 July
AU$266
16 July - 17 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,646 reviews)
"Parking is a little tight if you have a truck. But overall it’s good"

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

Sandpiper Lodge
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
3.5 out of 5
4111 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is AU$444 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$444
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,019 reviews)
"Great hotel, clean, friendly service and great location. Wish the pool was larger, aside from that would stay here again. Check out the restaurant next door great Taco Tuesday deal!"

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3 out of 5
306 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is AU$503 per night from 16 July to 17 July
AU$503
16 July - 17 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,021 reviews)
"The staff was super friendly and efficient"

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
3 out of 5
3850 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is AU$295 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$295
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Great property"

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 out of 5
128 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,769 reviews)
"My stay was great! The property was clean and close to the beach and boardwalk. The room was clean as well with allot of room. I will definitely be staying here again!. Oh and the breakfast was delicious. I did lover the fact that they have fresh baked cookies available all day."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Coast Village

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Hedgerow

While visiting Hedgerow, you might make a stop by sights like Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church and Casa Del Herrero.

Hedgerow
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Montecito

5/5(1 area review)

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.

Montecito
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Eastside

While Eastside isn't home to many top sights, Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Eastside
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Santa Barbara Beach

4.5/5(19 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.

Santa Barbara Beach
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Waterfront

If you're spending some time in Waterfront, East Beach and Santa Barbara Harbor are top sights worth seeing.

Waterfront
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East Beach

4.5/5(4 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.

East Beach

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