Where to stay in Westside

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.

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.

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 Presidio Santa Barbara or Arlington Theater might round out your trip.

West Beach
If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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.
Top hotels in Westside

Hotel Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
"Great hotel visit. The only downfall was the Edison company was working right next door. We had no electricity use from 7 pm to about 3 am one night. I wish we would have known ahead of time."
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026

Sandpiper Lodge
"The breakfast was a huge let down. Coffee was good. And there were previously frozen croissants pre-sliced and a conveyor toaster for them. With a little butter and a packet of jam which were fine. But that’s about it. For the price and the advertising I surely expected a bit more of a spread for ..."
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026
