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 romantic area.
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.
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.
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 walkable 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 Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Full Bar
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Top hotels in Montecito
Rosewood Miramar Beach
Service, food, accommodations were top tier! What a special place ❤️ Can’t wait to visit again!
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026
Hotel Santa Barbara
Room was gorgeous and the staff were very helpful and kind
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
Ojai Valley Inn
Treated us so special. Staff, across the entire hotel, is outstanding.
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
Clean rooms and vicinity and nice upgrade without asking for it.
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
Inn By The Harbor
Clean room, very friendly and attentive staff, nice garden and pool area.
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Friendly staff, rooms are a good size, remodelled and very clean. Good value for cost. Location is also good, can walk to pier and shops. Enjoyed having the room with balcony. Would stay again.
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026
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.
