Montecito, CA

Santa Barbara

A hilly landscape with a fenced path, a person walking, and a distant view of a body of water and hills.
A coastal beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.
A beach with a pier, buildings, and mountains in the background.
A sunset over a beach with waves and a distant shoreline.
A beach at sunset with waves, a clear sky, and distant ships.

Stay near popular Montecito attractions

A coastal beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

Butterfly Beach

9.2/10 (486 reviews)
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Butterfly Beach during your travels in Santa Barbara? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
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Things to do

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

$37
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
Helicopter Beach Tour

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

$69
per adult
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

$38
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map

Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map

$35
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental

Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental

$45
per adult
Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental
Santa Barbara Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Full Bar

Santa Barbara Sunset Cruise on Yacht

$65
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Sunset Cruise on Yacht
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Montecito Hotel Deals

Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach

5 out of 5
1759 South Jameson Lane, Montecito Santa Barbara CA
$1,738 nightly
The price is $2,020 total per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
$2,020 total
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (332 reviews)
"I could not sleep all night lots of noise dont know what caused it on top of that staff was so bad bell man took my clothes and when it was time to put things in the car they put my bags in the car but left my clothes with hanger in the back and never gave to us. we got home nearly 4hrs later far ..."

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2026

Rosewood Miramar Beach
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 Aug 30 to Aug 31
$282 total
Aug 30 - Aug 31
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
$97 nightly
The price is $112 total per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
$112 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
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
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
$143 nightly
The price is $164 total per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
$164 total
Sep 8 - Sep 9
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! (2,640 reviews)
"Great place to stay as a solo traveler."

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2026

Sandpiper Lodge
Ojai Valley Inn

Ojai Valley Inn

5 out of 5
905 Country Club Rd Ojai CA
$786 nightly
The price is $905 total per night from Sep 13 to Sep 14
$905 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Ojai. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
Ojai Valley Inn
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 out of 5
4111 State Street Santa Barbara CA
$197 nightly
The price is $229 total per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
$229 total
Sep 8 - Sep 9
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 ...
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
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Where to stay in Montecito

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A coastal town with a pier extending into the ocean, a beach, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.

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 MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

A coastal town with a prominent white building with a red roof, palm trees, and mountains in the background.

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 Arlington Theater or Lobero Theater might round out your trip.

A marina with multiple boats docked, calm water, and a clear sky.
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West Beach

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

A beach with palm trees, a pier, and the ocean at sunset.

East Beach

East Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.

A large tree with dense foliage in a park.

Lower State

While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Reagan Ranch Center.

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