Title: Visit Upper East: 2026 Upper East, Santa Barbara Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Upper East](https://expedia.com/Upper-East-Santa-Barbara-Hotels.0-n553248635976468975-0.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 Upper East](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Upper-East.d553248635976468975.Car-Rental-Guide)[Upper East Vacations](https://expedia.com/Upper-East.d553248635976468975.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Upper East, CA ## Santa Barbara ![Founded on December 4, 1786, the mission is the namesake of the city of Santa Barbara as well as of Santa Barbara County. The grounds occupy a rise between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez Mountains granting beautiful views in all directions. Mission Santa Barbara is the only mission to remain under the leadership of the Franciscan Friars since its founding, Relax on the lawn, take a tour of the inside and even explore the rose gardens on a warm summer day, #SantaBarbara #California #lifeatexpedia #weloveourmarkets #AMER #StunningStructures](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/44cfd205-5536-4c95-8ff1-b094ac8f8047.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Historic mission with a beautiful view from the Pacific ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/07151161-c876-4200-ad1d-bfceba5fb0b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Mission Basilica de Santa Barbara. The Queen of all Mission churches. Visited 7 Basilicas on a two day road trip in Southern California last Holy Week. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/33e8ffed-0ba6-4915-b0b1-69bf416a6342.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lots of history and beautiful gardens at the Mission. This isn't a whole day activity. We got up early and were back to the hotel before the rest of the family woke up! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/ac3f174c-a340-4231-8be6-53c97d1817d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Santa Barbara Mission](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/2a4a5160-26a6-4d88-88f2-60b5f2976283.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Upper East Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Santa Barbara Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Santa-Barbara.dx602277) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Santa Barbara Mission](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/52a06583-579e-4574-9641-ea6080d20e30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mission Santa Barbara Learn about the local history of Santa Barbara with a stop at Mission Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Mission-Santa-Barbara-Upper-East.d6063353.Vacation-Attraction) ![Alameda Park in Santa Barbara is the location for many city-wide celebrations like Summer Solstice and is one of the city's oldest parks. Occupying two blocks in the heart of downtown, it is home to a gazebo as well as the 8,000-square-foot Kids World playground and many rare trees. This view is looking southwest at Our Lady of Sorrows Roman Catholic Church across Anacapa Street, one of the oldest churches in California, dating back to 1782. #SantaBarbara #California #lifeatexpedia #weloveourmarkets #AMER](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/7d8dd48d-9a5b-4946-9e78-6bc450cb61e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alameda Park After visiting Alameda Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Alameda-Park-Upper-East.d6065947.Vacation-Attraction) ![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 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 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 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 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) ### 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) --- ## Upper East Hotel Deals ![Orange Tree Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/970000/967400/967381/f01e916a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Orange Tree Inn 1920 State Street Santa Barbara CA $120 nightly $137 total Mar 26 - Mar 27 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 7.6/10 Good! (775 reviews) Bed was awful and very very loud.. Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F26%2F2026&endDate=3%2F27%2F2026&selected=967381&PinnedHotelID=967381&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976468975) ![Simpson House Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1010000/1000900/1000868/658e5766_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Simpson House Inn 121 East Arrellaga Street Santa Barbara CA $415 nightly $474 total Apr 12 - Apr 13 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury B&B in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (708 reviews) Very relaxing weekend with spectacular garden landscape for napping outdoors. The hayloft room was spacious, quiet, and very comfortable. Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F12%2F2026&endDate=4%2F13%2F2026&selected=1000868&PinnedHotelID=1000868&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976468975) ![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! (1,260 reviews) Pet 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=553248635976468975) ![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! (2,278 reviews) Great staff, great location, clean room. If you want to be right in Monterey, this a great place for you. Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F24%2F2026&endDate=3%2F25%2F2026&selected=1057983&PinnedHotelID=1057983&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976468975) ![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 $190 nightly $220 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 ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,063 reviews) Tyler is supper amazing!! He made my hotel stay feel like home!!! Great place to stay!! Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F15%2F2026&endDate=4%2F16%2F2026&selected=32661326&PinnedHotelID=32661326&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976468975) ![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! (2,154 reviews) Great location with parking. Easy walk to State St, Funk Zone and Wharf! 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[](https://expedia.com/Santa-Barbara-Oak-Park.dx553248635976468697) ![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) ![urban landscape of the city of Santa Barbara, California ; Shutterstock ID 398939668](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6336854/2e5d0a91-532a-4c4b-8c8a-45b25eae41ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Santa-Barbara-Downtown-Santa-Barbara.dx6336854) ![Elephant seal beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976471468/3301776a-1836-4692-b95b-7b35e2b8498d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Westside When in Westside, you can plan a visit to Arlington Theater and Granada Theatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.com/Santa-Barbara-Westside.dx553248635976471468) ![Aerial view of Santa Barbara historic city center with Santa Ynez Mountains at the background, from top of the clock tower of Santa Barbara County Courthouse, California CA, USA. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6323990/0efd817a-2a13-44f5-94b9-71d4061369d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Historic Downtown Santa Barbara The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Paseo Nuevo Mall might round out your trip. [](https://expedia.com/Santa-Barbara-Historic-Downtown-Santa-Barbara.dx6323990) ![2017 Spring stroll in Santa Barbara, CA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6323987/e0a8e901-65cd-4da6-a079-9da33d9a7596.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mission Canyon 5/5(1 area review) Mission Canyon is noteworthy for its gardens, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Santa Barbara Botanic Garden and The Children's Centennial Maze. 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