North State
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Popular places to visit

Upper State Street
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.

Santa Barbara Zoo
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 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.

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.

Stearns Wharf
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.
Things to do

Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour

Santa Barbara Wine Tour Experience - Authentic and Boutique

Gaviota Coast Kayak Tour Near Santa Barbara (3.5 Hours)

Coastal Escape: Private Day Trip to Santa Barbara from Los Angeles

Best of Santa Barbara Walking Tour with Ice Cream
Top hotels in North State

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Though the room is a little small, it's all renovated with wooden floors. It could just be my room but the layout is odd — the bathroom (toilet)/ shower is directly lined to the front door. The hot breakfast food is good, but the table area is fairly small so people stand while eating breakfast. ...
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025

Sandpiper Lodge
Amazing for the price, super easy and convenient! Free breakfast
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025

Lemon Tree Inn
The room was very clean and comfortable and the front desk girl was absolutely amazing!!
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

Town and Country Inn
Great
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - State Street
Room could have been cleaner, staff was nice, good price for this room during the holidays.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

Rose Garden Inn
Clean room, nice staff
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around North State

Las Positas
While Las Positas may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Arroyo Burro Beach and Upper State Street.

Oak Park
While Oak Park isn't home to many top sights, Mission Santa Barbara and Arlington Theater are some notable places to visit nearby.

Upper East
While visiting Upper East, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum.

Westside
While Westside isn't home to many top sights, Arlington Theater and Granada Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.

Mission Canyon
Visitors to Mission Canyon enjoy its gardens, and if you want to do some exploring, Santa Barbara Botanic Garden is worth a stop.

Alta Mesa
When in Alta Mesa, you can plan a visit to 1000 Steps Beach and Leadbetter Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

