Upper East, CA
Santa Barbara
Visit Upper East
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 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.
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 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 Bowl
Enjoy a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, a storied theater in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Things to do
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Full Bar
Upper East Hotel Deals
Orange Tree Inn
"No fridge, wasn’t as clean as I expected tv was only streaming"
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026
Simpson House Inn
"we loved our stay and can't wait to come back! the gardens were beautiful to relax in, breakfast was great, and room was so well decorated! such a unique stay and great service!"
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026
Hotel Santa Barbara
"This is a charming hotel in a historic refurbished building with a delightful small bar in the lobby and very helpful and pleasant staff. It is centrally located on State Street near shopping and the pier and the visitors center. It is my go-to place in Santa Barbara now. I love this hotel"
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
"Breakfast was sparse and not the best. Room was way too small, not worth the incredibly high prices."
Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
"Parking lot is horrible. WiFi is horrible. Breakfast is horrible. AC is horrible."
Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
"Clean and convenient. Nothing more, nothing less."
Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026
Where to stay in Upper East
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 West Beach.
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.
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.
West Beach
While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach.
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.
