Waterfront, CA
Santa Barbara
Visit Waterfront
Stay near popular Waterfront attractions
Things to do
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
$59
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
$69
per adult
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
$38
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
$35
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Sunset Cruise on Yacht
$65
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Waterfront Hotel Deals
Hotel Santa Barbara
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$247 nightly
The price is $282 total per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
$282 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,525 reviews)
"Great"
Reviewed on Sep 30, 2026
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
4200 Via Real Carpinteria CA
$87 nightly
The price is $101 total per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
$101 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
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! (1,524 reviews)
"I’ve never been to a hotel when they didn’t allow you to check in when you arrived, even if you were a few minutes before check in time. Here they made us line up, outside and wait til “exactly” 3:00. Then the woman that made us all wait, grabbed her purse and left, leaving one poor guy to check ..."
Reviewed on Oct 1, 2026
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
5550 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
$96 nightly
The price is $111 total per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
$111 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
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. ...
Beachside Inn
336 W. Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
$171 nightly
The price is $195 total per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
$195 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
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! (1,305 reviews)
"Got greeted by amazing staff members. Quick check in, our junior suite was perfect for our family of 4. Super clean room, and hotel overall. The breakfast buffet was wonderful, my 5&6 year old loved it!"
Reviewed on Sep 30, 2026
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA
$149 nightly
The price is $169 total per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$169 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
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! (2,428 reviews)
"From day one there were problems at the property. I reserved a 2 queen size room. They “upgraded” me without asking. Elevator ran very slow. Keycard didn’t work. Door lock needed to be reprogrammed. TV kept going blank every 15 minutes. Was told to unplug box to reboot. I should NOT have to watch ..."
Reviewed on Oct 1, 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
$112 nightly
The price is $127 total per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
$127 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
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. ...
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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.
Photo by Rachel M
Open Photo by Rachel M
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.
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Open Photo by robb image
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.
