West Beach Travel Guide

Santa Barbara

A beach with a pier extending into the water, mountains in the background, and several flags on the pier.
A marina filled with sailboats at sunset.
A coastal town with a beach, palm trees, and a marina.
A coastal town with a beach, palm trees, a pier, and a road with cars.
A calm sea at sunset with a sailboat and several ships in the distance.

Stay near popular West Beach attractions

Things to do


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
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 ...
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
The Milo

The Milo

4 out of 5
202 W Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
The price is £189 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
£189
14 Dec - 15 Dec
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! (1,616 reviews)
"Everything was very close and very comfortable."

Reviewed on 13 Nov 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 £200 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
£200
2 Dec - 3 Dec
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! (1,468 reviews)
"Comfortable"

Reviewed on 15 Nov 2026

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 out of 5
109 Bath Street Santa Barbara CA
The price is £116 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
£116
16 Dec - 17 Dec
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! (1,328 reviews)
"I’ve been staying at the Franciscan for many years. Always reliable. Attentive and personable staff. Reasonable rates."

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026

The Franciscan Hotel
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

3 out of 5
336 W. Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
The price is £122 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
£122
29 Nov - 30 Nov
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! (1,322 reviews)
"Clean nice room. Staff vey helpful"

Reviewed on 15 Nov 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 £193 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
£193
18 Nov - 19 Nov
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 ...
Inn By The Harbor
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Where to stay in West Beach

Find the best West Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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

East Beach

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

Lower State

While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like Reagan Ranch Center and Moreton Bay Fig Tree.



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