North State
Santa Barbara
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Popular places to visit
Upper State Street
During your visit to Santa Barbara, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Upper State Street. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its charming coffeehouses.
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.
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 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
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
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 North State
Sandpiper Lodge
Room and facility were average and a bit dated. Parking was difficult. Lots of vehicles and spaces were very small.
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
Lemon Tree Inn
I made a last-minute booking for 3 week nights, and when I checked-in late evening, the staff was very kindly gave me a nice room. The price was convenient, and I was surprised by the well-maintained property and amenity. Wonderful!
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
Room still has cigarette odor, shower curtain could not contain the shower water which was very forceful, breakfast was good
Reviewed on May 7, 2026
Rose Garden Inn
very dirty. people hanging out and drinking all over property. construction workers and others loud and about all day and night.
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - State Street
OK
Reviewed on May 3, 2026
Town and Country Inn
Very kind person, property clean and easy to reserve. It is a decent hotel for the price.
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around North State
Las Positas
Though Las Positas might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Arroyo Burro Beach and Upper State Street.
Oak Park
While there might not be top attractions in Oak Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mission Santa Barbara and Arlington Theater.
Upper East
While visiting Upper East, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum.
Westside
When in Westside, you can plan a visit to Arlington Theater and Santa Barbara Public Market, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Mission Canyon
Mission Canyon is noteworthy for its gardens, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Santa Barbara Botanic Garden and The Children's Centennial Maze.
Alta Mesa
Alta Mesa might not have many top sights, but 1000 Steps Beach and Leadbetter Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
