Lower State Travel Guide
Santa Barbara





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Stay near popular Lower State attractions
Top hotels in Lower State

Hotel Santa Barbara
"Everything was first class. Enjoyed my stay very much."
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026

Hotel Californian
"Loved the location and decoration. Amazing bed and pillows ❤️"
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026

Riviera Beach House
"Great location. Clean. Very nice staff. Room was tiny. Odd shower design. Be sure to point the showerhead all the way down or you'll end up with water all over the bathroom floor. Weekend rates are way overpriced for that size room"
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
"The hotel was very clean, smelled great, and all the staff were very nice. However, the rooms on the first floor were different than what was shown in the pictures and was misleading. The room did not have a balcony and barely had a window. It was laughable how much this felt like an upscale jail ..."
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2026

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
"Staying at ITH Surf Hostel was an awesome experience from start to finish. The rooms were super clean, way cleaner than most hostels I’ve stayed in, and the beds were comfortable enough that you actually wake up rested. The whole place has that relaxed surf‑town vibe, but it’s also well‑kept and ..."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"Great location. Very walkable and close to shopping and restaurants."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Lower State

Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and West 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.




















