Tag Archives: things to do in Santa Barbara

Free Summer Activities in Santa Barbara

While we all want to enjoy the fun activities in Santa Barbara, we know these things can be expensive. Many of our guests at Marina Beach Motel ask us about free or inexpensive things to do in town — so we put together a little family-friendly list of options that’ll be easy on your budget. Spend […]

Waterfront Activities in Santa Barbara

As one of the waterfront motels in Santa Barbara CA, you could say that we know what’s up. As Santa Barbara is a large city, there’s no want for things to do! But sometimes you just want to spend your entire getaway at the beach (or as close as possible). So we’re here to help you […]

10 Reasons You Need to Plan a Trip to Santa Barbara Right Now

Who needs a reason to take a spontaneous vacation? You do! Whether that’s a 50-mile or 500-mile journey, here’s the proof you need to spontaneously plan a trip to Santa Barbara. We’ll do the healthy thing in the morning when we get to the Santa Barbara Farmers’ Market. Then maybe go for a little swim, […]

Things to Do in Santa Barbara This September

September is a very happening month for Santa Barbara! We’re closing out peak produce season, the weather is beautiful, and tourists are slowing their roll — our calendars are full of exciting, unusual events. You can pickle that! Eat fermented foods and not-fermented foods (and beverages!), learn about the process of fermentation, and enjoy live […]

Things to Do in Santa Barbara with Your Dog

There’s always a lot of things to do in Santa Barbara, but what do you do when you’ve got your dog with you? More and more people are opting to travel with their dogs instead of paying expensive boarding fees or hiring a sitter. If this is you, have no fear. There’s plenty to keep […]

Best Travel Tips

In order to get the most out of your vacation, here are some of the best travel tips to keep in mind! Pack Light If you’re going on a weekend getaway, try to only bring a carry on. This makes you flying experience less stressful and save you valuable time at the airport. Check the […]

Concerts in the Park Offer Summer Fun

There’s a lot of things to do in Santa Barbara in the summer, which is one of the reasons so many people stay with us at Marina Beach Motel time of year. One of our favorite summer activities though is the Concerts in the Park series offered to Santa Barbara locals and tourists alike. Listening to […]

Top 5 Things to Do On a Santa Barbara Beach

It’s a truth universally acknowledged that you can’t stay at Marina Beach Motel without visiting a Santa Barbara beach. It’s one of the top things to do in Santa Barbara since there are so many beautiful beaches here. And even though there’s a wealth of things to do here, we love going to the beach […]

Featured Spot of the Week: Lucky Penny

It’s time for our featured spot of the week again here at Marina Beach Motel! We do this every week to share some of our favorite Santa Barbara restaurants and attractions with our guests. It helps them figure out things to do in Santa Barbara, plus it gives us a chance to support our neighboring […]

Featured Spot of the Week: State Street

It’s Wednesday, which means it’s time for our featured spot of the week here at Marina Beach Motel. Every Wednesday, we share a business or attraction in Santa Barbara to help our guests decide what to do and where to go during their stay with us. This week, we’re  featuring an integral part of downtown […]