Santa Barbara Beach Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Santa Barbara Beach
Stay near popular Santa Barbara Beach attractions
Activities

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map

Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop
Our pick of the best Santa Barbara Beach Hotel Deals

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
"Excellent location, clean and comfortable room."
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2026

The Milo
"It’s a very well and the big property by the ocean. The reception is 24 seven they provide you with one glass of wine complementary. I thought it’s their night but they say no it’s per stay"
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2026

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

The Franciscan Hotel
"Delightful little hotel, room was really spacious. Complimentary breakfast was nice, get there early as a little cramped. Highlight of the stay were the receptionists, so friendly and helpful. Great location for harbour and downtown in Santa Barbara."
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

Inn By The Harbor
"Location is great! The continental breakfast was good! Rented the free bikes which was an added bonus!"
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

Hotel Californian
Our guide on where to stay in Santa Barbara 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.

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Arlington Theater might round out your trip.
Santa Barbara Beach Travel Guide
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- Ballard Hotels
- Buellton Hotels
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites Camarillo by IHG
- Camarillo Hotels
- Hotels near Camarillo Premium Outlets
- Carpinteria Beach Front Bungalow
- Charming 2
- Discover luxury and ocean views at the 3BR Padaro Beach Contemporary in Carpinteria.
- Carpinteria Hotels
- Downtown Santa Barbara Hotels
- East Beach Hotels
- Gaviota Hotels
- Pick & Stay! Fruitful 4bd Goleta Home (Pet's OK)
- Hotels near Lake Casitas Recreation Area
- Hotels near Los Padres National Forest
- Montecito Hotels
- Historic Hotels in Ojai
- Hyatt Hotels in Ojai
- Ojai Hotels
- Oxnard Hotels
- Caravan Parks in Santa Barbara
- Ocean View Steps To Beach Sleeps 6
- Cheap Hotels in Santa Barbara
- Family Hotels in Santa Barbara
- Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara
- Beach Retreat Condo with a Heated Pool & Hot Tub!
- Corque Hotel
- The Milo
- Inn By The Harbor
- Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
- Lgbt Welcoming Hotels in Santa Barbara
- Montecito Cottage in Hedgerow Walk to Miramar
- Quintessential Spanish
- The Capri Hotel
- The Ritz
- Vagabond Inn Hotels in Santa Barbara
- Vinland Hotel and Lounge
- Your OWN Private Refuge ON 10 Acres IN Santa Ynez
- Santa Barbara Hotels
- Serviced Apartments in Santa Barbara
- Villas in Santa Barbara
- Farmstay in Solvang
- Solvang Hotels
- Gillian's Cottage Room (dog friendly)
- The Funk Zone Hotels
- Condo Rentals in Ventura
- 20% Off Aug! Great 4 Family
- Breakers by the Beach
- Four Points by Sheraton Ventura Harbor Resort
- The Pierpont Inn
- Ventura Beach Marriott
- Waypoint Ventura
- Ventura Hotels
- Flights to Santa Barbara
- Flights to Ventura - Oxnard
- Flights to Ventura
- Flights from Oxnard
- Flights from Ventura
- Flights from Bemidji (BJI) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
- Flights from Brisbane (BNE) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
- Flights from Honolulu (HNL) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
- Flights from Las Vegas (LAS) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
- Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
- Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
- Flights from Perth (PER) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
- Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
- Flights from Sydney (SYD) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
- Visit Agoura Hills
- Visit Carpinteria
- Leadbetter Beach
- Visit Lebec
- Visit Ojai
- Visit Oxnard
- Visit Piru
- Rincon Beach Park
- Santa Barbara Cemetery
- Santa Barbara County Courthouse
- Visit Montecito
- Santa Barbara Holidays
- Visit Santa Ynez
- Visit Vandenberg Village
- Visit Downtown Ventura
- Ventura Pier
- Ventura Holidays
- Visit Ventura
- Visit Westlake Village




























