Lower State Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Lower State
Stay near popular Lower State attractions
Activities

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)

Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Our pick of the best Lower State Hotel Deals

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Californian
"Beautiful property and location. Helpful and friendly staff. What a beautiful city! 2 minor gripes: Could not stream with their chrome cast platform. Staff tried to help but didn’t know what iPhone settings need to be changed. Hot tub out of order."
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2026

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
"Highly recommended."
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2026

Riviera Beach House
"Good: location, A/C, beds, cleanliness, coffee bar Could use improvement: inconsistent helpfulness of staff: we were quoted several different prices for parking at the hotel. Also told there were no extra pillows, then later when we asked someone else we were given some. The wuropean"
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Haley Hotel
Our guide on where to stay in Lower State

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.

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.






















