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Top West Beach 5 Star Hotels

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
3 outdoor pools, open 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"The service was superb!"
The price is £607
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Hotel Californian
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Hotel Californian

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (905)
"The best hotel in Santa Barbara. Great attentive and friendly staff. The premises take you away to Caribbean paradise feeling."
The price is £671
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Hotel Californian
Rosewood Miramar Beach
1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Rosewood Miramar Beach

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (281)
"One of the best properties I’ve stayed at. Beautiful and clean . Service is excellent. "
The price is £1,401
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Rosewood Miramar Beach
El Encanto Santa Barbara
42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, iPod dock

El Encanto Santa Barbara

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (517)
"We especially appreciated the handicap access of our room and the pathways."
The price is £659
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
El Encanto Santa Barbara
Simpson House Inn
Garden

Simpson House Inn

5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (667)
"The property was beautiful and hope to return someday soon!"
The price is £274
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Simpson House Inn
Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine

Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (656)
"we had an unfortunate experience with insects. property was neautiful as usual and staff was very acomodating."
Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara
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Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

633 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is £238 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
£238
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
7.8/10 Good! (84 reviews)
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Top West Beach Hotel Reviews

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"The service was superb!"
Brad 4-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best 5-star hotels in West Beach?
According to reviews by Expedia customers, Hotel Californian is one of the leading properties for a luxurious stay in the Santa Barbara Beach neighbourhood of West Beach. Looking for more 5-star hotels around the area? El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara and Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara will cater to your high-end needs.
How much does it cost to stay in a 5-star hotel in West Beach?
There are many different pricing options for 5-star hotels in West Beach on Expedia. How much you'll pay will depend on when you travel, length of stay and other factors. Compare available properties for your chosen dates and make use of our pricing and other filters to find the ideal luxury stay.

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What makes a hotel 5 stars in West Beach?
In West Beach, a hotel must offer a specific amount of top-notch amenities to earn 5 stars. These may include on-site gyms, saunas and spas, gourmet restaurants, complimentary luxury toiletries, premium bedding and more. What also sets 5-star hotels apart is their guest-centric service. You can look forward to things like in-room massages, concierge services and nightly turn-down services. Some may also offer additional touches such as a welcome gift.