Hotels
Need to find a place to stay with Fido in Santa Barbara, CA?
No problem.
There are
66 pet friendly
hotels in Santa Barbara, CA.
You'll find information on all the most popular pet friendly hotels,
vacation rentals, bed & breakfasts, and campgrounds
in Santa Barbara, CA below.
The Fess Parker A Doubletree by Hilton Resort in Santa Barbara welcomes two pets of any size for an additional fee of $40 per night. Guests traveling with pets must call (877) 411-3436 prior to booking to verify availability of a pet-friendly room or risk not being able to check in with a pet and/or incurring any associated cancellation penalties. Pets cannot be left unattended in rooms.
Secret Garden Inn and Cottages welcomes a maximum of one (1) pet of any size per select guest room for an additional $20 per night. Guests travelling with pets cannot leave pets unattended if they have left the property. Pet friendly rooms are limited to rooms with "pet ok" in the room description. Guests travelling with pets must book rooms with "pet ok" in the room description, or risk not being able to check-in with a pet and/or incurring any associated cancellation penalties.
This three-bedroom Airbnb rental in Santa Barbara welcomes pets of any size for an additional fee of $25 per pet, per night. There is no specified limit on the number of pets allowed. Guests must call before booking if they plan to bring pets. Cats have to be kept indoors at all times. Dogs can be left unattended under certain circumstances. Please contact Leo for more details.
Dogs are allowed at Ocean Mesa at El Capitan Canyon, but they must be kept on a leash when outside your vehicle and never left unattended at the campsite. There are 2 dog runs: one is fenced, the other is an open run. To protect wildlife, dogs are not allowed on the hiking trails. For more information on pet restrictions, please call (805) 685-3887.
Restaurants
Don't leave Fido in the hotel room when it's time for dinner. There are
45 dog friendly restaurants in Santa Barbara, CA!
A handful of our favorite sidewalk cafes, coffee shops, bars, and other eateries in Santa Barbara, CA that welcome Fido to join at an outdoor table are listed below. Bon appetit!
Tupelo Junction specializes in Southern-style dishes in a laid back, funky setting with dog-friendly outdoor seating. Favorite menu items include cheddar jalapeno grits, ribeye steak and eggs, fried green tomatoes, deep dish mac and cheese with smoked bacon, red beans and rice, and blackened molasses salmon. Well-behaved dogs are welcome on the small patio. Opens daily at 8am.
Situated just a few blocks from the Santa Barbara Channel, the dog-friendly Brewhouse offers an array of innovative dishes, in-house craft brews, and outdoor patio seating. Sample from over 20 different ales and lagers to help wash down delicious options such as tiger prawns, Cobb salad, trip-tip sandwiches, grilled bratwurst, pan seared ahi, bacon-wrapped filet mignon, and beef stroganoff. As an added bonus, Fido can dine on the special doggy menu. Opens daily at 11am.
Located at the lovely The Fess Parker Resort, sit with your pup in the sun at The Set. Just across from the ocean you will have a beautiful ocean front table to enjoy the ocean breeze and exceptional food. The Set is a spot you can't miss while staying in Santa Barbara. Outdoor seating welcomes dogs
Activities
Get out and play! There are
22 dog friendly
activities in Santa Barbara, CA.
You'll find information on our favorite dog parks, beaches, hiking trails, tours,
stores, and lots of other "animal attractions" below.
Douglas Family Preserve is one of two off-leash dog parks in Santa Barbara, CA. This 70-acre property features hiking trails, as well as a beach where your dog can run leash free. Dog owners should bring poop bags and fresh water for their pups.
This off-leash beach in City of Santa Barbara is the beach that runs below the Douglas Family Preserve -- it begins east of the slough at Arroyo Burro Beach (the locals call it Hendry's Beach), and stretches almost to the steps at Mesa Lane. The fallen eucalyptus trees are considered the eastern boundary. From the parking lot at Arroyo Burro, walk to the beach, turn left, and cross the slough -- this will bring you to the off-leash legal area. Please be sure your dog is leashed in the parking lot and on the beach until you cross the slough.
Bring your pets for a stroll on this grassy, beachside trail. They're welcome to join you on-leash.
DeeTours of Santa Barbara offers dog-friendly city tours and wine tours. Enjoy your tour in either a soft-top Jeep Wrangler or a convertible Jeep Limousine. The city tour shows off the landmarks in Santa Barbara and Montecito while also highlighting great places to eat, shop, or take in the scenery. The wine tour includes stops at four wineries as well as all tasting fees, an organic picnic lunch, and a stop in the Danish community of Solvang. As an added perk, you don't need to worry about directions, navigating through an unfamiliar city, or parking. DeeTours picks you up from your hotel room and brings you back to the hotel once your tour is over. Enjoy the best of Santa Barbara while leaving the driving to DeeTours.
The Santa Barbara Winery in downtown Santa Barbara is a great place to go and have some wonderful wine with your dogs. Wine tastings are available.
Events
When you want to really spoil your dog, or just meet other dog owners in Santa Barbara, CA who are as crazy about their pets are you are, there's no better place to bring Fido than a dog event. You'll find information on some of our favorite
annual dog events in Santa Barbara, CA
below.
JUL
15
Bring Fido to PetSmart Santa Barbara at noon on July 15th for the chance to win a $50 shopping spree! One lucky dog will be randomly selected at 1pm and must be present to win. All participants will learn how to become "Instafamous" with tips from model, actor and social media star, Tinkerbelle The Dog. There will also be a dog selfie stick giveaway, free LICKS samples, $5 off $20 on dog apparel, $2 off CHI for Dogs Small Dog Kits, and 50% off Pawdicures for the first 50 customers. At participating locations. While supplies last. Restrictions apply. For the official rules, please visit http://ptsmrt.co/smalldogspree.
Services
When traveling with dogs, one thing is certain. Poop happens. Luckily, there
are 11 pet
services in Santa Barbara, CA
that can help you out with poop bags (or anything else you may need). You'll find
information on the most popular pet stores, pet sitters, trainers, groomers, and other
pet businesses in Santa Barbara, CA below.
PETCO is a leading retailer of premium pet food and supplies with more than 850 stores in 49 states. At this location, you'll find more than 10,000 high-quality pet products, as well as professional dog training, pet photography, and a full-service grooming salon.
Need to attend an important business meeting, go to a wedding, or even just have a romantic dinner without Fido when you're in Santa Barbara? If your plans will require you to be apart for a few hours, but you don't want to leave Fido unattended in the hotel room, our partners at Rover.com can help! They have dozens of responsible dog sitters in Santa Barbara who can visit your dog in the hotel room, take him for a walk, or even watch him overnight in their own home, if needed. Prices vary by sitter, but generally start at $15/night. You can find the perfect dog sitter for your pooch by browsing local profiles on Rover.com and reading the reviews left by other dog owners. Some of the sitters have even pledged to donate a portion of their fee to help save homeless pets!
Since 1981 St. Francis Pet Clinic has been providing progressive, compassionate, and comprehensive high quality veterinary care with an emphasis on exceptional client service and patient care. They understand how much you care about your pet because they care about them too. Your family becomes a part of the St. Francis family! Many clients have placed their confidence in St. Francis Pet Clinic throughout the years, making them the #1 choice for local pet owners. The clinic is also pleased to continue its history of caring for animals that are truly in need by providing veterinary care for some of the local non-profit animal rescue groups.
Physical therapy is an essential component in restoring human function after an injury or surgery. At HydroPaws, they take those same principles and apply them to enhance and aid in the recovery of our beloved pets who are affected by orthopedic and neurological problems. Their goal is to reduce and manage their pain and return your pet to the highest level of function in the shortest amount of time to improve their overall quality of life.
Traveler Photos
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Teresa Hanvey
Submitted Mar 14, 2017
Teresa Hanvey
Submitted Mar 14, 2017
Ahhh
This photo was taken at The Fess Parker A Doubletree by Hilton Resort
in
Santa Barbara, CA, US.
This hotel is the best!
Teresa Hanvey
Submitted Feb 28, 2017
Teresa Hanvey
Submitted Feb 28, 2017
Foxy's happy place
This photo was taken at Santa Barbara
in
Santa Barbara, CA, US.
A great stay
Mobile Veterinaries
Submitted Jan 15, 2017
Mobile Veterinaries
Submitted Jan 15, 2017
Elings Park
This photo was taken at Elings Park
in
Santa Barbara, CA, US.
A good shot of Elings Park. If you're looking for a great place to <a href="http://coastalmobilevet.com">take care of your dog, Santa Barbara</a>—look no further. Elings on Fridays is great for off leash recreation!
Anonymous
Submitted Dec 20, 2016
Anonymous
Submitted Dec 20, 2016
Taking in the view
This photo was taken at Santa Barbara
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Santa Barbara, CA, US.
Enjoying the view in Santa Barbara
Jill
Submitted Oct 24, 2016
Jill
Submitted Oct 24, 2016
Douglas Family Preserve - Awesome!
This photo was taken at Douglas Family Preserve
in
Santa Barbara, CA, US.
Great place!
Adriana Zuniga
Submitted Oct 10, 2016
Adriana Zuniga
Submitted Oct 10, 2016
Dog Friendly
This photo was taken at Extended Stay America Santa Barbara Calle Real
in
Santa Barbara, CA, US.
If you are traveling with dogs is the best election.
E CORTEZ
Submitted Sep 09, 2016
E CORTEZ
Submitted Sep 09, 2016
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This photo was taken at Santa Barbara
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TYI, my Husky/Shepherd mix at the Douglas Bluffs, Arroyo Burro Beach over the Labor Day Weekend 2016
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