Waterfront, CA
Santa Barbara
Popular places to visit
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.
Leadbetter Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Leadbetter Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Santa Barbara. While you're in the area, stroll along the marina.
East Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at East Beach during your trip to Santa Barbara? Stroll along the waterfront or seek out the biking trails.
Santa Barbara Zoo
Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call Santa Barbara Zoo home during your trip to Santa Barbara? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Santa Barbara Bowl
Enjoy a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, a storied theater in Santa Barbara. 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.
Waterfront Hotel Deals
Hotel Santa Barbara
From start to finish, from top to bottom, an exceptional stay. The staff was incredibly helpful and nice: we arrived early, but they gave us a great corner room overlooking State Street, and when they found out, it was my birthday, they sent up a little bottle of wine and some chocolates. The rooms ...
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026
Santa Barbara Inn
End to end outstanding experience. Beautiful property, ideal location, INCREDIBLE food, and delightfully comfy room.
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Room is very nice and you get complementary breakfast! Cant beat that.
Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
Friendly staff, ample parking, great location and pretty quiet. Rooms spacious and clean but they are pretty dated. Could use a makeover and newer smart TV’s but the bed was very comfortable and no bad odors. All in all, good value
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Hotel is 1 block from ocean and walkable to State Street restaurants and shopping. Very courteous with simple complimentary breakfast, free specialty coffees, waffles, juice, fruit, yogurt. Hot tub and pool were clean and safe.
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026
Beachside Inn
Clean, courteous staff, great location, great breakfst, free wine and cheese each afternoon
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Waterfront
Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.
East Beach
East Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.
The Funk Zone
Travelers 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.
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.
Eastside
Eastside might not have many top sights, but Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
West Beach
While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach.
