Waterfront Travel Guide

Santa Barbara

A river with rocks, palm trees, and mountains in the background.
A sailboat on the ocean with a clear sky.
A beach with mountains in the background.
A wooden boardwalk with palm trees and buildings in the background.
A marina with numerous boats docked, a seahorse statue, and mountains in the background.

Stay near popular Waterfront attractions


Top hotels in Waterfront

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

4 out of 5
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is ₹28,705 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
₹28,705
₹33,379 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,448 reviews)
"Wonderful experience, best SB hotel, comfortable beds. Great location. I will definitely return soon."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

Hotel Santa Barbara
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

2 out of 5
5550 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
The price is ₹8,170 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
₹8,170
₹9,607 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,475 reviews)
"Room was nicer than I expected. Clean and spacious. Staff was friendly."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is ₹14,137 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
₹14,137
₹16,117 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,594 reviews)
"Convenient location. Pretty clean and reasonable price. Place is dated and furniture is in rough shape. Stains on chair. Quiet."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

Sandpiper Lodge
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
4770 Calle Real Santa Barbara CA
The price is ₹19,033 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
₹19,033
₹22,115 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,297 reviews)
"All was well!"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 out of 5
128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹18,487 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
₹18,487
₹21,835 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and premium TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,331 reviews)
"Clean room. Safe walkable area. Nice staff"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

2 out of 5
4200 Via Real Carpinteria CA
The price is ₹7,645 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
₹7,645
₹9,029 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,297 reviews)
"Room seemed semi clean, but had an overwhelming chemicalcleaning smell. The towel was the worst I’ve ever seen in my life and there was only one!"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
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Where to stay in Waterfront

Find the best Waterfront areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Santa Barbara Beach

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

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 Arlington Theater 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 Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.



Waterfront Travel Guide