Lower State Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Lower State
Stay near popular Lower State attractions
Activities
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
AU$99
per adult
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
AU$54
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
AU$50
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental
AU$22
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$385 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$385
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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 ...
Hotel Californian
36 State Street Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$959 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$959
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (996 reviews)
"If you are looking for a peaceful break, then this is not the hotel for you. While conveniently located, the hotel suffers badly with noise issues. From an excessively loud train horn that starts at 6:50 am every morning and continues throughout the day, to trash collection right outside your room ..."
Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026
Riviera Beach House
121 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$336 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$336
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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! (1,000 reviews)
"This hotel offers tiny rooms and although it bills itself as pet friendly but we did not experience pet friendly staff. We left after one night for another hotel."
Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
134 Chapala St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$233 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
AU$233
14 Sept - 15 Sept
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! (246 reviews)
"Amazing staff and location. Fun weekly activities. Super chill vibe!"
Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
524 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$441 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
AU$441
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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 ...
Haley Hotel
26 E Haley St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$283 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
AU$283
21 Sept - 22 Sept
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 ...
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 MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.
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 Arlington Theater 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.
