Tondi Gelato

Nestled in Santa Barbara's artsy Funk Zone, this contemporary hotel boasts a heated outdoor pool, communal kitchen, and stylish rooms just steps from the beach.

This charming spot serves up sustainable ice creams with a tantalizing mix of classic and inventive flavors, perfect for cooling off after a beach day.

Contemporary rooms, some with patios, plus a trendy Mexican restaurant, a bar & an art gallery. Set in the trendy Funk Zone neighborhood, this chic adobe-style hotel with views of the Santa Ynez Mountains is a 4-minute walk from Stearns Wharf and 2 blocks from the beach. The contemporary rooms, some with exposed brick walls, offer free Wi-Fi, 32-inch flat-screen TVs, and tea and coffeemakers. All also have desks, while upgraded rooms add patios with town and mountain views. There's a fashionable Mexican restaurant with a sidewalk patio. There's also an art gallery, a hip cocktail bar, a fitness studio and a business center. Parking is available (fee).

Bakery and cafe turning out croissants, quiches, tarts, and other French-style pastries.

Step into the serene beauty of the Old Mission Santa Barbara, where stunning Spanish colonial architecture meets lush gardens and ocean views, making it a charming getaway steeped in history and community spirit.

Family-friendly eatery serving classic Mexican dishes, plus beer and cocktails, in casual digs.

Tucked away in the charming Presidio District, this upscale Mediterranean hotel boasts cozy rooms, a heated pool, and easy access to State Street's buzz.

Yoichi's is an intimate prix fixe gem serving exquisite traditional Japanese small plates and sushi, where every dish feels like a special occasion.

Nestled in tranquil Montecito, this stylish local chain dishes out gourmet breakfasts and delicious pastries, perfect for a cozy meal or people-watching.