West Beach Travel Guide

Santa Barbara

A calm sea at sunset with a sailboat and several ships in the distance.
A marina with multiple boats docked, calm water, and a clear sky.
A calm body of water with a pier extending into it, a ship docked at the pier, and mountains in the background.
A marina filled with sailboats at sunset.
A person riding a bicycle with a basket, parked in front of a building with a sign that reads "SAMBOS".

Stay near popular West Beach attractions

Santa Barbara City College

8.8/10 (522 reviews)
Explore the campus of Santa Barbara City College during your stay in Santa Barbara. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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Top hotels in West Beach

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 out of 5
128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA
The price is 5.657.345 ₫ per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
5.657.345 ₫
6.657.572 ₫ total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and premium TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,285 reviews)
"Very friendly and helpful front desk, nice rooms and excellent location too!"

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

3 out of 5
336 W. Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
The price is 6.308.295 ₫ per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
6.308.295 ₫
7.203.844 ₫ total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,226 reviews)
"The location was perfect! big parking lot, breakfast was good and everything was clean."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

Beachside Inn
Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 out of 5
433 W Montecito St Santa Barbara CA
The price is 7.011.351 ₫ per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
7.011.351 ₫
8.006.613 ₫ total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,871 reviews)
"Nice staff. Not best area of SB, need to walk to beach and DT, both 10-15 min."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

Inn By The Harbor
The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 out of 5
109 Bath Street Santa Barbara CA
The price is 5.645.247 ₫ per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
5.645.247 ₫
6.435.592 ₫ total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,199 reviews)
"The property is very well located a couple of blocks from the beach and a couple of blocks from state street. We had a hiccup with the bathroom plumbing and they very quickly handled this by moving us to a new room and providing a discount for the inconvenience. I also left a small item in the room ..."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

The Franciscan Hotel
The Milo

The Milo

4 out of 5
202 W Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
The price is 7.958.157 ₫ per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
7.958.157 ₫
9.087.818 ₫ total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and free bicycles on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,595 reviews)
"Great stay, and great location"

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

The Milo
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

3.5 out of 5
223 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA
The price is 8.503.128 ₫ per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
8.503.128 ₫
9.710.148 ₫ total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,401 reviews)
"The room was very clean and spacious, and the property was generally very quiet."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
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Where to stay in West Beach

Find the best West Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal town with a pier extending into the ocean, a beach, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.

Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and West Beach.

A coastal beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

Montecito

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.

A coastal town with a prominent white building with a red roof, palm trees, and mountains in the background.

Downtown Santa Barbara

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.

A beach with palm trees, a pier, and the ocean at sunset.

East Beach

East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.

A historic building with a bell tower, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
Photo by Terry Fletcher
Open Photo by Terry Fletcher

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Paseo Nuevo Mall might round out your trip.

West Beach Travel Guide

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