Waterfront, CA

Santa Barbara

A river with rocks, palm trees, and mountains in the background.
A marina with multiple boats docked, calm water, and a clear sky.
A beach with a large cruise ship in the distance, palm trees, and mountains in the background.
A beach with a rainbow, cliffs, and the ocean.
A marina at sunset with boats docked, palm trees, and a bridge.

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Things to do


Waterfront Hotel Deals

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

4 out of 5
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
$256 nightly
The price is $292 total per night from Dec 16 to Dec 17
$292 total
Dec 16 - Dec 17
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
$87 nightly
The price is $101 total per night from Nov 27 to Nov 28
$101 total
Nov 27 - Nov 28
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. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,847 reviews)
"Great staff.."

Reviewed on Nov 15, 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

2 out of 5
4200 Via Real Carpinteria CA
$75 nightly
The price is $87 total per night from Dec 4 to Dec 5
$87 total
Dec 4 - Dec 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. ...
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 out of 5
128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA
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 ...
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 out of 5
4111 State Street Santa Barbara CA
$172 nightly
The price is $200 total per night from Nov 29 to Nov 30
$200 total
Nov 29 - Nov 30
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! (1,217 reviews)
"I come to Santa Barbara frequently for work and always choose Hyatt place. There is a nice free breakfast, water and cucumber water out to enjoy at all times. Its very clean and the rooms are just what I need. Quiet!! Thank you to the wonderful staff and cleaners!!"

Reviewed on Nov 14, 2026

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
$122 nightly
The price is $139 total per night from Nov 16 to Nov 17
$139 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
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! (2,828 reviews)
"Very classic old hotel. Room was clean and beds comfortable. Staff was very nice and let us check in early."

Reviewed on Nov 15, 2026

Sandpiper Lodge
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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.

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.

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.



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