Few things beat an afternoon beside the sea. Round up the crew, organize a picnic and enjoy the fresh air at Carpinteria State Beach.

When you've spent a bit of time at this Carpinteria stretch of coastline, why not make your way to Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club, Miramar Beach, and Rincon Beach Park? They're not far from Carpinteria State Beach and also a hit with tourists.

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The De La Vina Inn

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$523

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May 13 - May 16

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Seattle (SEA) to Santa Barbara (SBA)

8.8/10 Excellent! (74 reviews)

Room is lovely. Staff is, too.

Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026

The Craft House Inn

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$3,555

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May 26 - May 30

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Chicago (CHI) to Santa Barbara (SBA)

9.4/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)

Nice but not very full featured. No closet to hang your clothes (there were hangers behind the mirror but hard to access)

Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026

The Marlo

Downtown Solvang

$808

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May 14 - May 18

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Dallas (DFW) to Santa Barbara (SBA)

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)

Will book again in Marlo!

Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026

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Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

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Santa Ynez Wine Shuttle

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Sunset Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)

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Santa Barbara's Signature Cocktail & Happy Hour History Tour

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Popular places to visit

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.

Tar Pits Park

Explore the great outdoors at Tar Pits Park, a lovely green space in Carpinteria. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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.

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.

1998 World Polo Championship, Horses in stalls, Santa Barbara Polo and Racquet Club, California

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.

The Peace Bridge at twilight, at Mount Rubidoux Park, in Riversi

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.