West Beach, CA
Santa Barbara
Popular places to visit
Santa Barbara City College
Walk around the campus at Santa Barbara City College during your stay in Santa Barbara. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
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.
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 Bowl
Enjoy a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, a storied theater in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Santa Barbara Zoo
Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call Santa Barbara Zoo home during your trip to Santa Barbara? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Butterfly Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Butterfly Beach during your travels in Santa Barbara? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Santa Barbara Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Full Bar
West Beach Hotel Deals
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Place was clean and nice amenities in the room. Just had a slight hiccup with no hot water when place it fully booked due to high usage. Otherwise great location and very clean rooms.
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026
The Milo
Over many stays, there have been things I've come to expect, I mean, they have been there every visit, like a dresser. My clothes were everywhere because there was nowhere to put them. There was a wardrobe with five hangers, but no shelf or drawers for folded clothes or delicate items. There was ...
Reviewed on Apr 28, 2026
Inn By The Harbor
Really enjoyed our stay. The property is beautiful and immaculate. Would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on Apr 28, 2026
La Playa Inn
Great little boutique hotel!
Reviewed on Apr 28, 2026
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Very good hotel !
Reviewed on Apr 27, 2026
The Franciscan Hotel
It’s was a good price, great location, access to the main SB area and close to the beach. I would stay there again.
Reviewed on Apr 28, 2026
Other neighborhoods around West Beach
The Funk Zone
Travelers come to The Funk Zone for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Art Foundry while you're in town.
Lower State
While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Moreton Bay Fig Tree.
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Arlington Theater might round out your trip.
East Mesa
If you're spending some time in East Mesa, Leadbetter Beach and 1000 Steps Beach are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.