Tar Pits Park Tours

Coastline scenery at Tar Pits Park, Carpinteria, California, includes tar covered rocks and driftwood scattered along the shore. A pier stretches into the sea, set against a backdrop of coastal cliffs

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Los Aguajes

Los Aguajes

2 out of 5
Santa Barbara Beach
Price was $1,735, price is now $1,227 per person
$1,227
per person
May 28 - Jun 2
found 22 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Seattle (SEA) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
7/10 Good! (7 reviews)
Location was great…property was peaceful and well kept. Felt safe to walk to dining and grocery. We did enjoy our stay here however i need to point a couple of concerns out… The couch really needs to be steam cleaned or replaced. It was stained and dirty, we placed a sheet on cushions in order to sit on it. Floors did not look dirty but when i wiped spilled water from it the napkin turned black. I clorox wiped the floor just to feel comfortable. I think housekeeping needs to be more detailed when cleaning.

Reviewed on Oct 16, 2025

Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian

5 out of 5
Santa Barbara Beach
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Price was $3,049, price is now $2,027 per person
$2,027
per person
Jun 2 - Jun 7
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Seattle (SEA) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (943 reviews)
Great rooms and friendly staff; amazing location

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

The Milo

The Milo

4 out of 5
Santa Barbara Beach
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Price was $1,896, price is now $1,351 per person
$1,351
per person
Jun 2 - Jun 7
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Seattle (SEA) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,536 reviews)
All great, pool very clean, just need a few more bikes

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

Popular places to visit

Colony of Harbor seals (phoca vitulina richardsii) True seals without external ear lobes relaxing on the beach of Carpinteria, California

Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary

Explore the great outdoors at Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary, a lovely green space in Carpinteria. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
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Carpinteria State Beach

4.5/5(399 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Carpinteria State Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Carpinteria. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Carpinteria State Beach
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Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park

Explore the great outdoors at Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park, a lovely green space in Carpinteria. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park
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Rincon Beach Park

5/5(1 review)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Rincon Beach Park during your travels in Carpinteria? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Rincon Beach Park
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Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Enjoy a trip to Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club and popular activities like biking in Toro Canyon. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club
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Lookout Park

Lookout Park is just one of the places to see in Summerland, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Lookout Park

Best Lodging Options Near Tar Pits Park

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

2 out of 5
5550 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

2 out of 5
5550 Carpinteria Avenue Carpinteria CA
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

2.5 out of 5
5606 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol

2.5 out of 5
5585 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
Casa Del Sol
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

3.5 out of 5
4558 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Luxury Sandcastle Beachfront! Sleeps 8 - Walk Everywhere!

Luxury Sandcastle Beachfront! Sleeps 8 - Walk Everywhere!

Carpinteria CA
Luxury Sandcastle Beachfront! Sleeps 8 - Walk Everywhere!
Just a few steps from Carpinteria State Beach. Bright, clean and cozy.

Just a few steps from Carpinteria State Beach. Bright, clean and cozy.

Carpinteria CA
Just a few steps from Carpinteria State Beach. Bright, clean and cozy.
Steps from watching Sunsets in the Sand

Steps from watching Sunsets in the Sand

Carpinteria CA
Steps from watching Sunsets in the Sand
Darling Carpinteria Beach Getaway

Darling Carpinteria Beach Getaway

Carpinteria CA
Darling Carpinteria Beach Getaway
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