Waterfront, CA

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.

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Things to do


Waterfront Hotel Deals

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

4 out of 5
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
$247 nightly
The price is $282 total per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
$282 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
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 ...
Hotel Santa Barbara
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

2 out of 5
5550 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
$83 nightly
The price is $95 total per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
$95 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

2 out of 5
4200 Via Real Carpinteria CA
$87 nightly
The price is $101 total per night from Sep 14 to Sep 15
$101 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,446 reviews)
"Absolutely terrible customer service and management. The air conditioner in the room was not working and was giving off a foul, unlivable odor. When we reported this issue, instead of solving it, the front desk dismissed our complaint claiming "the AC units are brand new" and insolently told us we ..."

Reviewed on Sep 13, 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
$110 nightly
The price is $125 total per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
$125 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
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. ...
Sandpiper Lodge
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

3 out of 5
336 W. Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$181 nightly
The price is $207 total per night from Sep 22 to Sep 23
$207 total
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,273 reviews)
"It was OK"

Reviewed on Sep 10, 2026

Beachside Inn
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 out of 5
128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA
$181 nightly
The price is $205 total per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
$205 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
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! (2,388 reviews)
"Very clean and friendly"

Reviewed on Sep 13, 2026

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
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Where to stay in Waterfront

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

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 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

While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach.

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.



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