Popular places to visit
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.
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 County Courthouse
See the best views of Santa Barbara and enjoy a stunning variety of architectural styles at the city’s historic courthouse.
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.
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.
Stearns Wharf
Explore the waterfront of Stearns Wharf and enjoy other activities such as cycling in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in Samarkand
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
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
Hotel Santa Barbara
We stayed at Hotel Santa Barbara and had a great experience. It seems to have been recently renovated, and the updates were done really well—everything felt fresh, thoughtful, and well executed. The hotel has a very nice, quaint feel. This is definitely not a resort-style hotel, but it’s also not ...
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Stay was ok. Room could be cleaner specially the bathroom. Hot complimentary breakfast was good, overall it was a ok.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Inn By The Harbor
Clean, quiet, and friendly staff. Will stay again in the future.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Sandpiper Lodge
Room was clean, staff was friendly and courteous. Good location.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
The Milo
Very nice hotel.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Samarkand
Oak Park
While Oak Park isn't home to many top sights, Mission Santa Barbara and Arlington Theater are some notable places to visit nearby.
Upper East
While visiting Upper East, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum.
Westside
While Westside isn't home to many top sights, Arlington Theater and Granada Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Las Positas
While Las Positas may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Arroyo Burro Beach and Upper State Street.
Mission Canyon
Visitors to Mission Canyon enjoy its gardens, and if you want to do some exploring, Santa Barbara Botanic Garden is worth a stop.
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.
