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Riverbench Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara
Riverbench Santa Barbara is a dog-friendly campground in Santa Barbara in California’s Central Coast, welcoming guests and their four-legged companions.
Read moreRose Garden Inn
Santa Barbara
In Santa Barbara, the Rose Garden Inn offers a welcoming retreat for both you and your furry companion.
Read moreSanta Barbara Sunrise RV Park
Santa Barbara
The only RV park located in the city of Santa Barbara.
Read moreSanta Ynez Valley Marriott
Buellton
Santa Ynez Valley Marriott in Buellton features spacious pet-friendly accommodations with easy access to nearby parks, providing a comfortable base for exploring wine country with dogs.
Read moreSecret Garden Inn & Cottages
Santa Barbara
Secluded behind high hedges, hidden pathways, and romantic gardens in Santa Barbara, lies the Secret Garden Inn and Cottages.
Read moreSkyview Los Alamos
Los Alamos
Skyview Los Alamos is an iconic roadside motel turned dog-friendly luxury boutique offering 33 guest rooms, a full-service restaurant, a heated 21-and-over pool, and a working vineyard.
Read moreThe Kimpton Goodland
Goleta
The Kimpton Goodland in Santa Barbara offers a laid-back Southern California retreat featuring longboards, poolside sangria cocktails, and coastal cuisine in a sun-soaked setting.
Read moreViking Motel
Solvang
Viking Motel is a dog-friendly hotel in Solvang in California’s Central Coast, welcoming guests and their four-legged companions.
Read moreW.O.O.F Pac Park
Santa Maria
W.O.O.F Pac Park at Waller Park in Santa Maria, Santa Barbara County, on the Central Coast, offers a premier 3-acre canine play area within the renowned Waller Park.
Read moreWine Valley Inn
Solvang
Wine Valley Inn & Cottages in Solvang, Santa Barbara County, stands out as a premier destination for travelers seeking old-world charm and modern comforts.
Read moreMore Adventures in Santa Barbara County
Central Coast nesting season: a dog owner’s calendar
Month-by-month guide to Central Coast beach closures for snowy plover nesting, plus dog-friendly beaches that stay open March through September.
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Santa Barbara with your dog: what locals keep quiet
Santa Barbara's dog-friendly secret isn't on the downtown wharf: it's in the foothills, the canyons, and a beach the locals still call Hendry's. Here's where we actually go on a Central Coast weekend.
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Dog-friendly Santa Barbara: guide to the American Riviera
Santa Barbara runs deep on dog-friendly options. From the off-leash sand at Arroyo Burro Beach to Douglas Family Preserve blufftops, Funk Zone wine tasting, and patio dining citywide, we map the best spots to bring your dog.
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Dog-friendly spring camping on California’s Central Coast
Why spring is the sweet spot for Central Coast camping If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to load up the car, leash the dog, and head for the coast, this is it. Spring on California’s Central Coast is…
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Dog-friendly patios in California: Your spring outdoor dining guide
Spring in California means one thing for dog owners: patio season is officially open. California legalized dogs on restaurant patios in 2014, and since then the dining scene for pup parents has only grown. Our statewide guide to dog-friendly outdoor…
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California’s best coastal dog-friendly towns
From Mendocino's Victorian headlands to Laguna Beach's gallery-lined streets, California's best coastal towns have quietly reshaped themselves around four-legged visitors. Expect water bowls at storefronts, treats at hotel check-in and patios where dogs are the guests of honor.
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