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Montecito

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.

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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.

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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.

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West Beach

While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach.

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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.

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Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"Although it rained my entire visit, I found the facility clean, the staff friendly, helpful, and professional. The room was very adequate for my needs — clean, nice simple decor, plenty of towels, pillows, tissue, hangers, hair and shower amenities. The continental breakfast was perfect and I like that water and coffee was available in the lobby as well as coffee in the room (and a refrigerator, too). The Samsung TV was simple to connect apps with my personal equipment. I would definitely stay again, fingers crossed, without rain next time! "

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

10/10 Excellent

"We arrived very late and only spoke with the concierge, but check-in was easy and the hotel felt cute, clean, and safe. We’d definitely stay here again. Our neighbors were a bit rambunctious late into the night, but the front desk let us know a college soccer team was staying, so that likely explains the noise. Next time we’ll request a second-floor room, though the first floor was incredibly convenient. Overall, a great stay! We will be back. "

Sandpiper Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"I am a mom of two, and I always try to find reasonable, practical, budget friendly places! This hotel even had a separate room for the kiddos. This definitely fit the bill and fully satisfied! A pool, hot tub (jets were not working, but not a big deal), 2 sinks was also awesome. Large fridge with clean microwave! Beds were comfortable and clean. Was also an 8 minute drive to Downtown Santa Barbara and all the beaches. Would definitely stay here again. "

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What is Waterfront like?

Travelers to the Waterfront neighborhood in Santa Barbara will be sure to enjoy their stay. Be sure to check out East Beach and Santa Barbara Harbor as part of your Waterfront travel plans.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Waterfront, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available in Waterfront.

What is there to do around this Santa Barbara neighborhood?

East Beach, Leadbetter Beach, and West Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay in Waterfront. You could also plan a visit to Santa Barbara Harbor or Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center while you're in the neighborhood. Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, Santa Barbara Deep Sea, and Stearns Wharf are just a few of the places to visit in and around Waterfront. Santa Barbara Art Foundry and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara.

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Where to stay in Waterfront

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Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

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