Santa Cruz Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Hotel Santa Barbara
Hotel Santa Barbara
3 out of 5
533 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$437 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
AU$437
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"We stay here whenever we are in Santa Barbara. The hotel is beautiful and historic. Customer service is always top notch. They're dog friendly and valet parking is only $30 a night. We're always happy to stay here."

Reviewed on 31 Mar. 2025

Hotel Santa Barbara
Sandpiper Lodge
Sandpiper Lodge
2 out of 5
3525 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is AU$233 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$233
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
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! (1,435 reviews)
Very nice stay
"I came with my daughter because she was attending a youth event at the Reagan Ranch. It was easy to find and check in. The front desk was friendly and even gave us a free room upgrade. They also gave us a late check-out. The room was clean, and the breakfast area was above average for a budget ..."

Reviewed on 1 Apr. 2025

Sandpiper Lodge
Santa Barbara Inn
Santa Barbara Inn
4 out of 5
901 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is AU$595 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$595
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
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)
"Clean, safe and nice property"

Reviewed on 23 Mar. 2025

Santa Barbara Inn
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Tide Pool Villas
Tide Pool Villas
4.5 out of 5
26 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa ...
6.2/10 (54 reviews)
"Great location nice room with kitchenette"

Reviewed on 31 Mar. 2025

Tide Pool Villas
Casa Jardin
Casa Jardin
2.5 out of 5
1018 Garden St, Santa Barbara, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and premium bedding. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (159 reviews)
"What a gem! If we find a reason to be in Santa Barbara again, we will come back! The only reason for the 1 4-star rating had to do with our front door. The door latching mechanism was not secure - it required a few really hard shoves to really get it closed. Everything else was amazing from check ..."

Reviewed on 3 Apr. 2025

Casa Jardin
Santa Barbara Luxury Beach Getaways
Santa Barbara Luxury Beach Getaways
4 out of 5
201 Bath St, Santa Barbara, CA
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly condo in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and concierge services. Popular attractions Santa Barbara Harbor ...
Santa Barbara Luxury Beach Getaways
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Cavern Point

Cavern Point

Hike to this lookout point in southern California to enjoy sweeping views of the coastline from the top of one of the world’s largest island sea caves.

Cavern Point
Santa Barbara Zoo

Santa Barbara Zoo

5/5(2 reviews)

Why not meet the animals who call Santa Barbara Zoo home during your holiday in Santa Barbara? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Zoo
Santa Barbara Harbor

Santa Barbara Harbor

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Harbor
Santa Barbara County Courthouse which includes a luxury hotel or resort and heritage architecture

Santa Barbara County Courthouse

5/5(1 review)

See the best views of Santa Barbara and enjoy a stunning variety of architectural styles at the city’s historic courthouse.

Santa Barbara County Courthouse
Stearns Wharf

Stearns Wharf

4.5/5(11 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Stearns Wharf and enjoy other activities such as cycling in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Stearns Wharf
Upper State Street

Upper State Street

4.5/5(10 reviews)

During your visit to Santa Barbara, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Upper State Street. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Upper State Street

Activities

Amtrak Coast Starlight+ Santa Barbara 1-Day Tour

Amtrak Coast Starlight+ Santa Barbara 1-Day Tour

AU$329
per adult
Amtrak Coast Starlight+ Santa Barbara 1-Day Tour
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

AU$44
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
Luxury Mercedes Transportation

Santa Barbara Wine Country Vineyard & Village Tour

AU$204
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Wine Country Vineyard & Village Tour
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

AU$92
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop
Wine tours of the Santa Ynez Valley

Wine Tours of the Santa Ynez Valley

AU$251
per adult
Wine Tours of the Santa Ynez Valley
Whale and Wildlife Yacht Cruise in Santa Barbara

Whale and Wildlife Yacht Cruise in Santa Barbara

AU$95
per adult
Whale and Wildlife Yacht Cruise in Santa Barbara
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