Eastside
Santa Barbara
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Santa Barbara Zoo
Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call Santa Barbara Zoo home during your trip to Santa Barbara? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Butterfly Beach
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 walkable area.
Things to do
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Santa Barbara Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Full Bar
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Top hotels in Eastside
Hotel Santa Barbara
Beautiful hotel. Couldn't have asked for more. Room was beautiful Location, location, location. Staff was very friendly. 15 min walk to the beach and Stearns Wharf.
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
Everyone was very kind and helpful. Loved that it was so close to town. The only downsize is that pulling into the property is a little inconspicuous.
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
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Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
This is a very nice property. Room was spacious and updated. Right off the freeway. Slightly north of downtown SB but still easy to get back and forth. Breakfast was also wonderful. Would stay again if on a roadtrip.
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Great location; beautiful room, comfortable bed
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Clean rooms and great location off the highway.
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Eastside
Eucalyptus Hill
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Eucalyptus Hill and surrounding area, you can visit Lotusland and Santa Barbara Zoo.
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.
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.
Waterfront
While visiting Waterfront, you might make a stop by sights like East Beach and Santa Barbara Harbor.
Laguna
Though Laguna might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Lobero Theater and Santa Barbara Bowl.
The Funk Zone
Travelers come to The Funk Zone for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Art Foundry while you're in town.
