Lower State Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Lower State
Stay near popular Lower State attractions
Activities
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
AU$100
per adult
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
AU$55
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
AU$51
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Lower State Hotel Deals
Hotel Santa Barbara
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$460 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$460
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,445 reviews)
"parking too expensive. very bubbly young lady at the desk was the best!"
Reviewed on 14 July 2026
Hotel Californian
36 State Street Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$867 per night from 29 July to 30 July
AU$867
29 July - 30 July
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (975 reviews)
"There access to apps such as Netflix was not working and only a handful of TV stations that were. When I mentioned it to the manager he said yeah they've been working on it but offered no compensation and that was our one night just to enjoy our hotel room we room service but couldn't watch any movies ..."
Reviewed on 11 July 2026
Riviera Beach House
121 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$412 per night from 29 July to 30 July
AU$412
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,010 reviews)
"Great location! Walking distance to the funk zone and to the pier. Lots of restaurant options. Very small room & bathroom and the hotel doesn’t have an elevator so if you’re in the second floor u have to go up the stairs. I would stay again."
Reviewed on 14 July 2026
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
524 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$459 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$459
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very good! (460 reviews)
"It was the worst room we've ever stayed in and we've traveled the world. All black and concrete - cold. Couldn't hear the TV because of the live music outside our window. It was like a jail cell or an air raid bunker. The bed was against the wall, so we had to crawl over each other to get in and ..."
Reviewed on 13 July 2026
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
134 Chapala St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$315 per night from 28 July to 29 July
AU$315
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (230 reviews)
"Had a great time. Shout out to Kali who is on their staff! She went above and beyond and helped me so much!!!! Also they have fun!"
Reviewed on 6 July 2026
Haley Hotel
26 E Haley St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$324 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$324
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free bicycles on-site and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (667 reviews)
"Enjoy clean, comfortable beds and convenient parking right next door. The hotel is just a 17-minute drive from UCSB. Plus, you’ll find espresso shots and snacks in your room."
Reviewed on 11 July 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Our guide on where to stay in Lower State
Find the best Lower State areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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.
Photo by Adam Hoggatt
Open Photo by Adam Hoggatt
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.
