Laguna Travel Guide
Santa Barbara




Popular places to visit

Santa Barbara County Courthouse
See the best views of Santa Barbara and enjoy a stunning variety of architectural styles at the city’s historic courthouse.

Santa Barbara Harbor
Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Bowl
Enjoy a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, a popular theatre in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Zoo
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.

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.

Upper State Street
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.
Top hotels in Laguna

Casa Riviera
Clean room
Reviewed on 7 May 2026

Palihouse Santa Barbara
The courtyard restaurant is a relaxing spot to enjoy the excellent food. Try the breakfast burrito.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026

Casa Jardin
Clean room. Easy check-in! When I first got there I was a little concerned that there was so some live music at a park around the corner which was hard to take a nap while ongoing… but once I ventured out I discovered it. The room was clean, it was worth it to walk to sho
Reviewed on 3 May 2026

Hotel Santa Barbara
I always stay at this hotel when I’m going to the nearby Lobero Theater to go see a concert. It’s about a 10 minute walk. This is located on State Street near lots of great shopping and coffee, shops and restaurants and bars.. Starbucks is right next to the hotel. This part of State Street does not ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
General manger was very responsive to all questions and issues. Regular employees were ok, but not as good as property manager. They no longer do full Continental breakfast, just croissants, yogurt and fruit, so that was a bit disappointing.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026

Sandpiper Lodge
The breakfast menu lacked a protein like eggs bacon or sausage so we did not eat it our second morning
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Laguna

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.

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 Paseo Nuevo Mall might round out your trip.

Lower State
While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Paseo Nuevo Mall.

Upper East
While visiting Upper East, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum.

The Funk Zone
Travellers come to The Funk Zone for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Art Foundry while you're in town.

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.
