Upper East
Santa Barbara
Popular places to visit
Mission Santa Barbara
Learn about the local history of Santa Barbara with a stop at Mission Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Alameda Park
After visiting Alameda Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Barbara. 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 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 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.
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 Upper East
Simpson House Inn
Very relaxing weekend with spectacular garden landscape for napping outdoors. The hayloft room was spacious, quiet, and very comfortable.
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026
Hotel Santa Barbara
The property is in pristine condition, and located right where all the action is in the Downtown Santa Monica. I love the decor. The aesthetic is quite homey. The mini bar is stocked with anything you could need during your stay. Even the soaps are nice! You will want to arrive before valet leaves ...
Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
Pool was okay, small but fine. Rooms were clean. Breakfast was not enough and we went out to find breakfast elsewhere. It was perfectly satisfactory but nothing amazing. Most importantly is was very clean.
Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Excellent hotel!! Room was spotless, spacious, modern (recently renovated), bed ultra comfy! Heated pool was nice and warm in a beautiful garden setting. Breakfast is amazing! Super variety, everything tasty and fresh. Very clean breakfast room. Staff is super lovely - especially Abner was very helpful ...
Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Quiet place to stay.
Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Clean room
Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Upper East
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.
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.
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.
Westside
When in Westside, you can plan a visit to Arlington Theater and Granada Theatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Paseo Nuevo Mall might round out your trip.
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.
