Santa Barbara may not be the typical Christmas setting you envision when thinking about the holidays, but it’s full of holiday cheer. We know how to celebrate and get into the holiday spirit better than anyone since we don’t have the traditional snowy backdrop associated with the holidays. Here are 6 ways to get in […]
Marina Beach Motel is a favorite place to stay in Santa Barbara for a number of reasons. From our friendly staff to our affordability, we are a Santa Barbara treasure. As if you needed any more, here are our top 8 reasons for why you should stay with us at Marina Beach Motel during your time […]
Vacations are supposed to be fun and relaxing, but they’re less so when you have to leave your dog at home. And doesn’t Fido deserve a little break, too? If you’re on the fence, here are some reasons why you should take your dog on vacation with you to Santa Barbara. It’s cheaper Paying to keep […]
Need another reason to visit Santa Barbara? (Yeah, right!) Well, believe it or not, one of the best reasons to visit Marina Beach Motel is to spend a little time in the sun! If our palm trees, exquisite restaurants and endless miles of beach can’t convince you to stay with us, then the 360 (or so) days […]
If you’re traveling with your dog, it can be difficult to find things to do and places to go, but we’re here to help! Marina Beach Motel is pet friendly with affordable rates to make your vacation (and your pet’s) stress-free! We even put together this list of dog friendly places in Santa Barbara in […]
Santa Barbara has countless excellent dining options for our guests at Marina Beach Motel, but how do you decide which ones to visit during your stay with us? We can help with that! See below for our list of the top 5 restaurants in Santa Barbara: 1. Los Agaves Los Agaves is less than a ten […]
Santa Barbara is bathed in beauty. The cool, ocean breeze tempers the warm, sunswept vineyards, effortlessly crafting the romance of the American Riviera. With over 100 miles of pristine water sparkling in a stream of endless sunlight, Santa Barbara provides the ideal backdrop for a romantic escape. Whether you’re planning a proposal or enamored with […]
Tourist attractions have always been… well, touristy. Although walking down the pier in the sun and cramming a hot dog in your mouth can be entertaining, there’s a stranger side of Santa Barbara that is frequently neglected by most of our visitors. At Marina Beach Motel, we believe that the city of Santa Barbara is […]
Every year, thousands of people flock to Santa Barbara County to taste some of the area’s most prized vintages. Although there are a variety of conflicting opinions on the reason that Santa Barbara County is able to produce such robust, delicious wines, there is one thing that is agreed upon: Santa Barbara County is the place for […]
Tucked beneath layers of buckwheat, chickory, and coreopsis blossoms, Santa Barbara Island appears to bob atop the ocean swells, a dot of land amidst a sea of blue. Although it is the smallest of the California Channel Islands, measuring only 639 acres, it boasts a stunning collection of diverse wildlife and a rich, cultural history. […]