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This hip and happening world famous city is a mere two hours away from Los Angeles, and offers a great deal for everyone who visits. It is the perfect holiday destination for a family with ankle-biters in tow as there is such a variety of things to do and places to go.

The Zoological Gardens has about 160 species of birds, reptiles, mammals, and insects, and about six hundred animals on display in as natural habitats as possible, that allow visitors to view them behaving as they would in the wild. Stearns Wharf is another not-to-be-missed attraction. Built originally in 1877, fires have often ravaged the wooden structure, the most recent being in 1998. Today restaurants and craft shops line the wharf.

Voted one of the top ten in the world, Santa Barbara beach is a sun-kissed paradise. With miles of sand, stretching as far as the eye can see, and the range of activities available, the tourist and his family have an extraordinary choice of things to do. Surfing, sailing, sand-volleyball, hiking and watching whales, are just a few of the activities available to make yours the beach holiday of a lifetime. There also parks and reserves to explore, as well as museums and art galleries. The nightlife is obviously kick-ass, what with all the testosterone and oestrogen flowing after a day at the beach and there are plenty of places to let off some steam. Population for the city of Santa Barbara is around 86,681
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  • Alamar by the Sea Motel
    Hotel Class: 2 stars
    This motel is located on Santa Barbara's waterfront, only one block from Stearns Wharf. The inn offers a free continental breakfast and views of the ocean and surrounding mountains.
  • Hotel Oceana Santa Barbara
    Hotel Class: 3 stars
    On the ocean, in Santa Barbara, California's city centre district, this hotel offers a free continental breakfast every morning and free use of bicycles to explore the beach.
  • Sandpiper Lodge
    Hotel Class: 3 stars
    Located near beaches, gardens and entertainment, this hotel in Santa Barbara, California offers a state-of-the-art fitness centre as well as a heated outdoor pool and whirlpool tub.
  • Villa Rosa Inn
    Hotel Class: 2 stars
    This small inn is located steps from the beach in Santa Barbara, California. The inn offers a free continental breakfast and free evening wine tasting with snacks. Guest rooms at the Villa Rose are uniquely decorated and offer private bathrooms.
  • Best Western Encina Lodge and Suites
    Hotel Class: 3 stars
    This Santa Barbara, California hotel is located 3 miles from Stearn’s Wharf on the Pacific Ocean. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi and cable TV in every room.
  • Brisas Del Mar Inn at the Beach
    Hotel Class: 3 stars
    This Santa Barbara hotel is 2 blocks from the many beaches and yacht harbor. The Mediterranean-style hotel features a fountain, free bike rentals, and a hot breakfast every morning.

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