Hotel Milo Santa Barbara

Burgers, tacos, and other comfort foods dished up in a casual setting with daily specials.

"The Hudson Grace in Santa Barbara, CA offers a combination of eclectic yet refined style and a simple approach to home decorating. Founded in 2012, this boutique-like California home goods store features a curated collection of modern essentials, such as dinnerware, glassware & linens. The Santa Barbara Hudson Grace store is also renowned for its candle assortment."

Modern budget property with an outdoor pool, coin laundry & free morning coffee. A 2-minute walk from East Beach, this simple budget lodging is also a 6-minute walk from the Santa Barbara Zoo. Wood floors and granite countertops are offered in each colorful, modern room, as well as WiFi (fee) and flat-screen TVs with expanded cable channels; some have minifridges available for an extra charge. Kids 17 and under stay free with an adult family member. There’s a year-round outdoor pool and a coin laundry, in addition to free morning coffee and parking.

Sunny eatery featuring Italian cuisine & a sizable wine list in a compact space with harbor vistas.

A beloved no-frills Thai spot since '89, known for its authentic flavors and friendly vibe, perfect for a casual bite or catering needs.

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).

A beachside seafood haven, this spot dazzles with ocean views, a heated patio, and a menu that tempts your taste buds, making it a brunch bliss.

Polished rooms & suites in a refined lodging offering Italian dining, a pool & Pacific Ocean views. Overlooking East Beach and the Pacific Ocean, this upscale hotel is a 9-minute walk from Santa Barbara Zoo and a mile from Stearns Wharf, a storied area with shops, restaurants and an aquarium. Polished rooms are warmly decorated, and offer flat-screens, free Wi-Fi and balconies; many rooms add ocean views. Suites feature whirlpool tubs and living areas/rooms with sofas; upgraded suites add 4-poster beds. Room service is available. Complimentary perks include parking and continental breakfast. There's a heated outdoor pool, a hot tub and a gym, plus a bar, and a refined Italian restaurant offering al fresco dining on an ocean-view terrace.

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.