Montecito
Santa Barbara
Popular places to visit

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.

Miramar Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Miramar Beach during your trip to Santa Barbara? Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this romantic area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
Westmont College
Explore the campus of Westmont College as part of your travels around Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens in the area.
Lotusland
Explore the great outdoors at Lotusland, a lovely green space in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Montecito Village Shopping Center
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Montecito Village Shopping Center during your visit to Santa Barbara. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church
After visiting Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Things to do

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

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

Santa Barbara Vineyard to Table Taste Tour by E-Bike
Top hotels in Montecito

Rosewood Miramar Beach
Ok
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Clean rooms. Balcony view. Parking. Breakfast. So much value for the room rate. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025

Hotel Santa Barbara
Yes,
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Great Location.
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025

Ojai Valley Inn
The room was spacious, the property is at an amazing location
Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025

Inn By The Harbor
The room was clean and the receptionist was so kind
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Montecito

Eastside
Eastside might not have many top sights, but Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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.

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.

Laguna
Though Laguna might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Presidio Santa Barbara and Lobero Theater.







