At The Canary Hotel, Our Backyard Is The Pacific Ocean

With so many attractions, it's hard to pinpoint the one that gives Santa Barbara so much sizzle. We think a gorgeous palm-lined beach is a pretty safe bet though.

This epic crescent of sand, just a mile from the hotel, has drawn everyone from Conquistadors to kayakers. Now it's your turn. What you'll find is an activity for every budget and interest from watersports like stand-up paddleboarding to sunset strolls and wine tasting in the Waterfront district. And what State Street is to the rest of the city, the Cabrillo Bikeway is to the beachfront. This sun-soaked boardwalk is where you can roll like a local on your Canary bicycle before braking for that perfect stretch of sand or a latte at a beachside café.

Explore some more and you'll discover gourmet food trucks, a weekly Fisherman's Market and possibly the best sunset photo you have ever taken.