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Things to Do in Santa Barbara

There’s a lot to do in Santa Barbara if you know where to find it–and we do! From sightseeing to hiking, we’ve got you covered. Here’s Marina Beach Motel’s list of things to do in Santa Barbara. Hit The Beach Santa Barbara is home to a number of gorgeous beaches, drawing countless tourists annually. What […]

The Best Beaches in Santa Barbara

People come to Santa Barbara for a number of reasons, from the tourist attractions to the beautiful weather. But one thing every Santa Barbara visitor has in common is a desire to go to the beach. And with miles of beautiful white sandy beaches looking out on the sparkling azure ocean, it can be hard […]

The Most Popular Santa Barbara Wineries of 2015

Santa Barbara has countless excellent wineries and vineyards to choose from, but in 2015 some stood out from the rest in regards to quality as well as service, offering an overall enjoyable wine tasting experience. Here’s Marina Beach Motel’s list of the most popular Santa Barbara wineries of 2015. Grassini Family Vineyards  This is a […]

Must-See Santa Barbara Events in 2016

There is a lot of exciting stuff going in Santa Barbara in 2016 and we don’t want you to miss out on any of it! From films to street painting, Santa Barbara has a lot to offer both tourists and locals by way of fun events this coming year. Below is our list of must-see […]

Free Things To Do in Santa Barbara

As much fun as it is to go on vacation, it can be expensive, especially in a place like California. That’s why Marina Beach Motel offers such affordable rates to our valued guests and why we put together this list of free things to do and places to go during your stay in Santa Barbara. […]

Santa Barbara’s Holiday Celebration

Santa Barbara was bursting with activity this holiday season and we couldn’t have been happier to have you stay with us this time around! We hope our untraditional holiday setting helped create a new tradition for you and your family. There was a variety of things to do and each one was fun and festive. […]

6 Ways to Get in the Holiday Spirit

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 […]

Why You Should Travel with Your Dog

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 […]

Dog Friendly Places in Santa Barbara

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 […]

Top 5 Santa Barbara Restaurants

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 […]