West Beach
Santa Barbara
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Popular places to visit
Santa Barbara City College
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.
Santa Barbara Harbor
Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Santa Barbara Zoo
Why not meet the animals who call Santa Barbara Zoo home during your holiday in Santa Barbara? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Upper State Street
During your visit to Santa Barbara, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Upper State Street. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Santa Barbara Bowl
Enjoy a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, a popular theatre in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Santa Barbara County Courthouse
See the best views of Santa Barbara and enjoy a stunning variety of architectural styles at the city’s historic courthouse.
Things to do
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Full Bar
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Top hotels in West Beach
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
"Liked the location. Room was decent for an overnight stay."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Beachside Inn
"The staff was so friendly and helpful! The location is perfect and the facility is really nice. The pool is super cute, too."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
The Franciscan Hotel
"We are extremely pleased with our stay at the Franciscan. Rooms were well kept and service was excellent. The location of this hotel was perfect for our itinerary. It was walking distance to the pier, the beach, and different shopping areas. Will definitely come back. Thank you!"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
The Milo
"ss"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
"Nice place, good location"
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Inn By The Harbor
"We had a great stay at Inn at the Harbor! The staff went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable and also to work with our booking needs. Everyone we encountered was helpful. We especially extend thanks to Sam. The unit was clean, beds comfortable, and we enjoyed the kitchenette. They offer ..."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Where to stay in West Beach
Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.
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.
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.
