Montecito Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Montecito

Popular places to visit

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Butterfly Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Butterfly Beach during your travels in Santa Barbara? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Butterfly Beach
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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 visit its top-notch restaurants.

Miramar Beach
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Westmont College

5/5(1 review)

Explore the campus of Westmont College as part of your travels around Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens in the area.

Westmont College
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Lotusland

5/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Lotusland, a lovely green space in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Lotusland
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Montecito Village Shopping Center

You can do some window-shopping at Montecito Village Shopping Center during your stay in Santa Barbara. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.

Montecito Village Shopping Center
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Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church

Find out about the history of Santa Barbara when you take a trip to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church

Activities

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Montecito Coastline Electric Bike Guided Tour

NZ$203
Per adult
Montecito Coastline Electric Bike Guided Tour
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The Original Group Electric Bike Tour of Santa Barbara

NZ$138
Per adult
The Original Group Electric Bike Tour of Santa Barbara
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Santa Ynez Valley: Adventure Park Course

NZ$134
Per adult
Santa Ynez Valley: Adventure Park Course
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Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

NZ$112
Per adult
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
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Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

NZ$57
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
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Parasail up to 1,000 ft Above the Santa Barbara Coast

NZ$226
Per adult
Parasail up to 1,000 ft Above the Santa Barbara Coast
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Our pick of the best Montecito Hotel Deals

Sandpiper Lodge
Sandpiper Lodge
2 out of 5
3525 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$196 per night from 29 Sep to 30 Sep
NZ$196
per night
29 Sep - 30 Sep
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,068 reviews)
"It has a reasonable price and a great location."

Reviewed on 24 Sep. 2024

Sandpiper Lodge
Rosewood Miramar Beach
Rosewood Miramar Beach
5 out of 5
1759 South Jameson Lane, Montecito, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$2,799 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
NZ$2,799
per night
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (251 reviews)
"Love all of it."

Reviewed on 9 Sep. 2024

Rosewood Miramar Beach
Montecito Inn
Montecito Inn
4 out of 5
1295 Coast Village Rd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$449 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
NZ$449
per night
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a fitness center, onsite spa services, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"It's a older property and room and bathroom are very small."

Reviewed on 21 Sep. 2024

Montecito Inn
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
2.5 out of 5
1188 Coast Village Road, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$320 per night from 30 Sep to 1 Oct
NZ$320
per night
30 Sep - 1 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
"We had a great stay for my husbands birthday! Very quick Uber ride to the Santa Barbara Bowl for a concert, and right across the street from great restaurants and cafes. Less than a half mile walk to a gorgeous beach!"

Reviewed on 29 Aug. 2024

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
3.5 out of 5
202 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$433 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
NZ$433
per night
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,174 reviews)
Great location in sunny Santa Barbara
"Lovely stay in Santa Barbara. Great location nice big rooms but a small and dated bathroom. If you get one of the family suites / the bunk beds are enormous and comfy and the added benefit of having a mini terrace on the top floor. The swimming pool is small but fine for a dip and has a a jacuzzi. ..."

Reviewed on 22 Sep. 2024

Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
3 out of 5
3850 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$249 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
NZ$249
per night
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Excellent helpful staff and convenient location. Beautiful pool and hottub."

Reviewed on 25 Sep. 2024

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around Montecito

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Eucalyptus Hill

While there might not be top attractions in Eucalyptus Hill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lotusland and Santa Barbara Zoo.

Eucalyptus Hill
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Eastside

While Eastside isn't home to many top sights, Santa Barbara Zoo and Cabrillo Pavillion are some notable places to visit nearby.

Eastside
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Upper Riviera

While there might not be top attractions in Upper Riviera, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Santa Barbara Bowl and Mission Santa Barbara.

Upper Riviera
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Santa Barbara Beach

4.5/5(19 area reviews)

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

Santa Barbara Beach
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Waterfront

If you're spending some time in Waterfront, Cabrillo Pavillion and Santa Barbara Harbor are top sights worth seeing.

Waterfront
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East Beach

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Cabrillo Pavillion and Santa Barbara Zoo.

East Beach

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