Santa Cruz Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

3 out of 5
3850 State St Santa Barbara CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$254 per night from 6 Jan to 7 Jan
AU$254
6 Jan - 7 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,033 reviews)
I liked all it had to offer except for the room A/C/heater… it was so noisy on and we had a hard time having it on at night. Also wall seem very thin, we heard the TV noise from next door at night. But overall it was clean and staff on site were all very kind and friendly. Also loved the heated pool, ...

Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 out of 5
4111 State Street Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$300 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
AU$300
4 Jan - 5 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
Wonderful stay, would stay again

Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$357 per night from 7 Jan to 8 Jan
AU$357
7 Jan - 8 Jan
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,093 reviews)
Clean hotel, quiet yet still within walking distance of everything. Very nice rooms.

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Hotel Santa Barbara
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Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera

4 out of 5
800 Garden St Santa Barbara CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and Netflix. Popular attractions Santa Barbara Harbor and Rafael Gonzalez House are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (92 reviews)
Was a 5-Star experience across the board! We will certainly be staying here again!

Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025

Casa Riviera
Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin

2.5 out of 5
1018 Garden St Santa Barbara CA
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and premium bedding. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (233 reviews)
Great location! Place always feel super clean and well taken care of. The little amenities in the room are super appreciated! One of my favorite places I’ve stayed

Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Casa Jardin
Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina

3 out of 5
513 De La Vina St Santa Barbara CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and premium bedding. Popular attractions Santa Barbara Harbor and Moreton Bay Fig Tree ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (130 reviews)
Very tidy and most comfortable.

Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025

Casa De La Vina
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Popular places to visit

Cavern Point

Cavern Point

Hike to this lookout point in southern California to enjoy sweeping views of the coastline from the top of one of the world’s largest island sea caves.

Cavern Point
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
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 cosy cafes.

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$42
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy

Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy

AU$37
per adult
Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map

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

AU$52
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental

Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental

AU$67
per adult
Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental
Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental

Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental

AU$38
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

AU$90
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop
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