Title: Visit Eastside: 2026 Eastside, Santa Barbara Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Eastside](https://expedia.com/Eastside-Santa-Barbara-Hotels.0-n553248635976479528-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Santa Barbara](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Santa-Barbara.d602277.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Santa Barbara](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Santa-Barbara.d602277.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Eastside](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Eastside.d553248635976479528.Car-Rental-Guide)[Eastside Vacations](https://expedia.com/Eastside.d553248635976479528.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Eastside, CA ## Santa Barbara ## Visit Eastside Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Santa Barbara Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Santa-Barbara.dx602277) --- ### Popular places to visit ![SantaBarbara_SantaBarbaraBowl_6065951_05](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065951/1c4c223f-48da-46c6-aaa5-f4448e7438f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara Bowl 4.5/5(144 reviews) Enjoy a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, a storied theater in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Santa-Barbara-Bowl-Lower-Riviera.d6065951.Vacation-Attraction) ![Santa Barbara County Courthouse which includes a luxury hotel or resort and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6177264/35515636-c1e2-4fd8-9ed4-32c9dd451a7f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara County Courthouse 4.5/5(417 reviews) See the best views of Santa Barbara and enjoy a stunning variety of architectural styles at the city’s historic courthouse. [](https://expedia.com/Santa-Barbara-County-Courthouse-Downtown-Santa-Barbara.d6177264.Vacation-Attraction) ![I love the stillness of this marina, especially sunrise and sunset ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/30ce6c84-8fdd-46b4-a6db-46fa6908e44f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara Harbor 4.5/5(529 reviews) Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Santa-Barbara-Harbor-Santa-Barbara-Beach.d553248634000903287.Vacation-Attraction) ![The longest deep water pier between San Francisco and Los Angeles in Santa Barbara.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/4e4763bd-1145-4911-a197-bea12fbe0b36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Stearns Wharf 4.5/5(925 reviews) Explore the waterfront of Stearns Wharf and enjoy other activities such as biking in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Stearns-Wharf-Santa-Barbara-Beach.d6063349.Vacation-Attraction) ![Giraffe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065929/270a1a70-0d2d-4907-9d24-b5f37a1112ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara Zoo 4.5/5(307 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Santa-Barbara-Zoo-Santa-Barbara-Beach.d6065929.Vacation-Attraction) ![ENW1XK View from Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6336857/90780389-162c-4ad9-9918-f18b839fdb74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Upper State Street 4.5/5(1,004 reviews) During your visit to Santa Barbara, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Upper State Street. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its charming coffeehouses. [](https://expedia.com/Upper-State-Street-North-State.d6336857.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Santa Barbara Trolley Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1247677/f40fd037-ab30-40b5-bf4c-f29e61420bbf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara Trolley Tour $28 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/santa-barbara-trolley-tour.a1247677.activity-details) ![Santa Barbara Coastal Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50192752/42525e3f-eeaa-4123-9364-579955e1d2c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara $32 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/coastal-cruise-on-yacht-in-santa-barbara.a50192752.activity-details) ![Helicopter Beach Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47868883/c6a28ada-d593-46d5-8ad3-850c0fab486b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour $69 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/santa-barbara-beach-and-coastline-helicopter-tour.a47868883.activity-details) ![Santa Barbara Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Full Bar](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50852844/f41c63e2-6527-4b2f-a3af-f67963571738.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Full Bar $52 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/santa-barbara-sunset-cruise-on-yacht-with-full-bar.a50852844.activity-details) ![Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44649102/1306d2d4-212e-48eb-b9f3-6d4c69322053.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map $35 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/santa-barbara-full-day-7-speed-bike-rental-with-area-map.a44649102.activity-details) ![Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44652338/55369f36-2fca-4cb2-824e-2cf29cff189e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental $45 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/santa-barbara-electric-bike-rental.a44652338.activity-details) [See all activities in Santa Barbara](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Santa-Barbara.d602277.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Eastside Hotel Deals ![Hotel Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/67500/67458/009f4bea_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Santa Barbara 533 State St Santa Barbara CA $259 nightly $295 total Apr 5 - Apr 6 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,262 reviews) Yes Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F5%2F2026&endDate=4%2F6%2F2026&selected=67458&PinnedHotelID=67458&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976479528) ![Sandpiper Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1060000/1058000/1057983/46edc7c6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sandpiper Lodge 3525 State St Santa Barbara CA $109 nightly $124 total Mar 24 - Mar 25 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (2,282 reviews) Afternoon check-in receptionist was very confusing to me explaining how i was being charged . Other than that room was very clean , roomy with microwave and Mini frig.Pool was heated to perfection and hot tub also. Breakfast was Basic , breakfast room very clean and organized. Hot coffee ran out ... Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F24%2F2026&endDate=3%2F25%2F2026&selected=1057983&PinnedHotelID=1057983&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976479528) ![Hyatt Place Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32670000/32661400/32661326/6fce7cb5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Place Santa Barbara 4111 State Street Santa Barbara CA Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay $191 nightly $221 total Apr 15 - Apr 16 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,068 reviews) Clean room Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F15%2F2026&endDate=4%2F16%2F2026&selected=32661326&PinnedHotelID=32661326&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976479528) ![Avania Inn of Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/970000/969000/968986/9dcf1da6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Avania Inn of Santa Barbara 128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA $153 nightly $174 total Apr 13 - Apr 14 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and premium TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,156 reviews) Good place for stay Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F13%2F2026&endDate=4%2F14%2F2026&selected=968986&PinnedHotelID=968986&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976479528) ![Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13600/13530/w3837h2557x3y3-f14cd21b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn 3850 State St Santa Barbara CA Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,133 reviews) Checked into two rooms for a night. Bathrooms were clogged. Bath tubs are not clean. Room telephones were out of service. Very slow room service. Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F2%2F2026&endDate=4%2F3%2F2026&selected=13530&PinnedHotelID=13530&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976479528) [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F2%2F2026&endDate=4%2F3%2F2026&selected=13530&PinnedHotelID=13530&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976479528) ![The Milo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565800/565736/af5e1e5e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Milo 202 W Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA $262 nightly $299 total Apr 6 - Apr 7 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and free bicycles on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,525 reviews) The hotel is right by the beach, and there are a couple of good restaurants a short walk away. But other than that, we had a very poor experience here. The room seemed updated but carpet was dirty. We noticed several ants. No elevators. AC made loud noises randomly, so we had to just keep it off ... Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F6%2F2026&endDate=4%2F7%2F2026&selected=565736&PinnedHotelID=565736&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976479528) [See all 1,540 properties in Eastside](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=3%2F20%2F2026&endDate=3%2F21%2F2026®ionId=553248635976479528) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Eastside hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976479528&startDate=2026-03-19&endDate=2026-03-20)[Mar 19 - Mar 20](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976479528&startDate=2026-03-19&endDate=2026-03-20) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976479528&startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-21)[Mar 20 - Mar 21](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976479528&startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-21) [This weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976479528&startDate=3%2F20%2F2026&endDate=3%2F22%2F2026)[Mar 20 - Mar 22](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976479528&startDate=3%2F20%2F2026&endDate=3%2F22%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976479528&startDate=3%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F29%2F2026)[Mar 27 - Mar 29](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976479528&startDate=3%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F29%2F2026) --- ### Other neighborhoods around Eastside ![A marshland next to a public beach. Situated about 100 miles north of Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, is being promoted as the "American Riviera" due to her Mediterranean-like climate.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/7d48f555-edf0-4da9-9ce9-290cb5c75526.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### East Beach 4.5/5(529 area reviews) East Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo. [](https://expedia.com/Santa-Barbara-East-Beach.dx6323324) ![Santa Barbara Aerial Panorama. Scenic shot of Pier and beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633938970005/8bc73fbe-2232-4f75-b9dd-82444ab9d6e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Santa Barbara Beach 4.5/5(1,188 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Santa-Barbara-Santa-Barbara-Beach.dx553248633938970005) ![A marshland next to a public beach. Situated about 100 miles north of Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, is being promoted as the "American Riviera" due to her Mediterranean-like climate.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/7d48f555-edf0-4da9-9ce9-290cb5c75526.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Waterfront While visiting Waterfront, you might make a stop by sights like East Beach and Santa Barbara Harbor. [](https://expedia.com/Santa-Barbara-Waterfront.dx553248635976474580) ![El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6161030/a3ebc912-e936-42b1-9cb1-46f1414e5f4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Laguna Though Laguna might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Presidio Santa Barbara and Lobero Theater. [](https://expedia.com/Santa-Barbara-Laguna.dx553248635976472581) ![Sunset on the pier beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633938969740/de97ae4d-e107-4ec7-a30a-648b482b2434.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### The Funk Zone 4.5/5(132 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Santa-Barbara-The-Funk-Zone.dx553248633938969740) ![Santa Barbara's Moreton Bay Fig Tree](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6323588/6cfccf8f-35e6-4214-9482-932efc78f72a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lower State 4.5/5(58 area reviews) While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Paseo Nuevo Mall. 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