Montecito Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Montecito
Photo by Heather Kennedy
Photo by Heather Kennedy
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Photo by Michael Gallagher | Couple's Coordinates
Photo by Heather Kennedy
Photo by Heather Kennedy

Popular places to visit

Butterfly Beach

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 romantic area.

Butterfly Beach
Miramar Beach

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

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

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

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 walkable area.

Montecito Village Shopping Center

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

Tea Ceremony at Dryshtea House

Tea Ceremony at Dryshtea House

AU$121
per adult
Tea Ceremony at Dryshtea House
Amtrak Coast Starlight+ Santa Barbara 1-Day Tour

Amtrak Coast Starlight+ Santa Barbara 1-Day Tour

AU$335
per adult
Amtrak Coast Starlight+ Santa Barbara 1-Day Tour
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

AU$45
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

AU$93
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop
Luxury Mercedes Transportation

Santa Barbara Wine Country Vineyard & Village Tour

AU$208
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Wine Country Vineyard & Village Tour
Wine tours of the Santa Ynez Valley

Wine Tours of the Santa Ynez Valley

AU$256
per adult
Wine Tours of the Santa Ynez Valley
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Our pick of the best Montecito Hotel Deals

Rosewood Miramar Beach
Rosewood Miramar Beach
5 out of 5
1759 South Jameson Lane, Montecito, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is AU$2,923 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
AU$2,923
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar
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 Stearns ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (263 reviews)
"Beautiful property and always love staying here as this would be our 3rd time visiting the resort. Brought our golden retriever and she got the VIP treatment as well."

Reviewed on 3 Jan. 2025

Rosewood Miramar Beach
Montecito Inn
Montecito Inn
4 out of 5
1295 Coast Village Rd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is AU$354 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
AU$354
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Overall in a nice area . Alittle noisy due to the construction but room is decent"

Reviewed on 4 Mar. 2025

Montecito Inn
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
2.5 out of 5
1188 Coast Village Road, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is AU$315 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
AU$315
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
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 have stayed here twice and always enjoy our stay. Rent the bikes, ride along the coast! It’s the perfect location with restaurants and shopping at your fingertips. I would say my only complaint is just that the beds are incredibly firm and the pillows will leave your neck a bit sore for a few ..."

Reviewed on 14 Mar. 2025

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Ojai Valley Inn
Ojai Valley Inn
5 out of 5
905 Country Club Rd, Ojai, CA
The price is AU$1,392 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
AU$1,392
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar
Book a stay at this spa resort in Ojai. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Great staff"

Reviewed on 7 Mar. 2025

Ojai Valley Inn
Sandpiper Lodge
Sandpiper Lodge
2 out of 5
3525 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$183 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
AU$183
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar
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. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,400 reviews)
"Great stay for being so cheap !"

Reviewed on 16 Mar. 2025

Sandpiper Lodge
Santa Barbara Inn
Santa Barbara Inn
4 out of 5
901 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$493 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
AU$493
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Wonderful as always?"

Reviewed on 15 Mar. 2025

Santa Barbara Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around Montecito

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Eastside

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

Eastside
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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, East Beach 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 East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

East Beach
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The Funk Zone

5/5(2 area reviews)

Travellers come to The Funk Zone for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Art Foundry while you're in town.

The Funk Zone
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Laguna

Laguna might not have many top sights, but Presidio Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara County Courthouse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Laguna

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