Title: Visit West Beach: 2026 West Beach, Santa Barbara Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in West Beach](https://expedia.com/West-Beach-Santa-Barbara-Hotels.0-n553248635976474091-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Santa Barbara](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Santa-Barbara.d602277.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Santa Barbara](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Santa-Barbara.d602277.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in West Beach](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-West-Beach.d553248635976474091.Car-Rental-Guide)[West Beach Vacations](https://expedia.com/West-Beach.d553248635976474091.Destination-Travel-Guides) # West Beach, CA ## Santa Barbara ![Santa Barbara Beach, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/2035ad5d-4b5d-4daa-8939-f3895b2840a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Santa Barbara Beach, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/2035ad5d-4b5d-4daa-8939-f3895b2840a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Marina at Santa Barbara #TroveOn #StunningStructures #FindingtheUniverse](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/3c863ef8-cec5-40d3-97f5-916fc590a623.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![SantaBarbara_SantaBarbaraCityCollege_6177286_03](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6177286/eb9264af-56c0-4a8e-8863-b6a3c4cffc3b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Starting off a great day of fishing with a beautiful #sunrise over the Santa Barbara Harbor #adventure #ocean #California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/83126804-9c42-41e0-9e2c-2b25facacb1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit West Beach Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Santa Barbara Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Santa-Barbara.dx602277) --- ### Popular places to visit ![SantaBarbara_SantaBarbaraCityCollege_6177286_03](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6177286/eb9264af-56c0-4a8e-8863-b6a3c4cffc3b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Santa-Barbara-City-College-West-Beach.d6177286.Vacation-Attraction) ![I love the stillness of this marina, especially sunrise and sunset ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/30ce6c84-8fdd-46b4-a6db-46fa6908e44f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Santa-Barbara-Harbor-Santa-Barbara-Beach.d553248634000903287.Vacation-Attraction) ![SantaBarbara_SantaBarbaraBowl_6065951_05](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065951/1c4c223f-48da-46c6-aaa5-f4448e7438f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Santa-Barbara-Bowl-Lower-Riviera.d6065951.Vacation-Attraction) ![Santa Barbara County Courthouse which includes a luxury hotel or resort and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6177264/35515636-c1e2-4fd8-9ed4-32c9dd451a7f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Santa-Barbara-County-Courthouse-Downtown-Santa-Barbara.d6177264.Vacation-Attraction) ![Giraffe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065929/270a1a70-0d2d-4907-9d24-b5f37a1112ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Santa-Barbara-Zoo-Santa-Barbara-Beach.d6065929.Vacation-Attraction) ![ENW1XK View from Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6336857/90780389-162c-4ad9-9918-f18b839fdb74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Upper State Street During your visit to Santa Barbara, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Upper State Street. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its charming coffeehouses. [](https://expedia.com/Upper-State-Street-North-State.d6336857.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Santa Barbara Trolley Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1247677/f40fd037-ab30-40b5-bf4c-f29e61420bbf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara Trolley Tour $28 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/santa-barbara-trolley-tour.a1247677.activity-details) ![Helicopter Beach Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47868883/c6a28ada-d593-46d5-8ad3-850c0fab486b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour $69 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/santa-barbara-beach-and-coastline-helicopter-tour.a47868883.activity-details) ![Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44649102/1306d2d4-212e-48eb-b9f3-6d4c69322053.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map $35 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/santa-barbara-full-day-7-speed-bike-rental-with-area-map.a44649102.activity-details) ![Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44652338/55369f36-2fca-4cb2-824e-2cf29cff189e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental $45 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/santa-barbara-electric-bike-rental.a44652338.activity-details) ![Nothing better than a Santa Barbara sunset on the water](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1389325/078f41e7-216b-4d1e-8c56-fa9c629aa0e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sunset Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours) $89 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/sunset-kayak-tour-in-santa-barbara-harbor-2-hours.a1389325.activity-details) ![Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49965347/cc9b081e-041c-4ce1-b661-266bdf8cbc76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy $25 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/visit-the-rescued-cats-of-cat-therapy.a49965347.activity-details) [See all activities in Santa Barbara](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Santa-Barbara.d602277.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## West Beach Hotel Deals ![Inn By The Harbor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34500/34495/375e4f4a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Inn By The Harbor 433 W Montecito St Santa Barbara CA $188 nightly $215 total Feb 11 - Feb 12 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,864 reviews) Clean room, wine, cheese ans crackers when checking in. Free self parking, free bikes to ride around and breakfast included. Staff were very helpful. I Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F11%2F2026&endDate=2%2F12%2F2026&selected=34495&PinnedHotelID=34495&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976474091) ![Avania Inn of Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/970000/969000/968986/a1b49ad5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Avania Inn of Santa Barbara 128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA $121 nightly $137 total Feb 9 - Feb 10 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the breakfast ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,090 reviews) Very clean and a helpful & friendly staff. Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F9%2F2026&endDate=2%2F10%2F2026&selected=968986&PinnedHotelID=968986&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976474091) ![Beachside Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7700/7687/3d5b03a6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Beachside Inn 336 W. Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA $129 nightly $148 total Feb 11 - Feb 12 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,134 reviews) Staff: excellent. Room: clean, everything in good working order. Price: great ! Location: excellent Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F11%2F2026&endDate=2%2F12%2F2026&selected=7687&PinnedHotelID=7687&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976474091) ![The Milo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565800/565736/af5e1e5e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Milo 202 W Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA $221 nightly $252 total Feb 18 - Feb 19 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free bicycles on site, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,520 reviews) Staff was fantastic, lots of great amenities. Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F18%2F2026&endDate=2%2F19%2F2026&selected=565736&PinnedHotelID=565736&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976474091) ![Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34500/34494/dbeed63b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach 223 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA $197 nightly $225 total Feb 9 - Feb 10 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,332 reviews) Nice staff, great breakfast and lovely room. Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F9%2F2026&endDate=2%2F10%2F2026&selected=34494&PinnedHotelID=34494&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976474091) ![Lavender Inn by the Sea](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/84900/84820/a302e3da_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lavender Inn by the Sea 206 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay $175 nightly $200 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,328 reviews) Free champagne bottle gifted to us (rewards member). Great service, wine hours & fresh cookies that are worth the stay alone. 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[](https://expedia.com/Santa-Barbara-The-Funk-Zone.dx553248633938969740) ![Santa Barbara's Moreton Bay Fig Tree](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6323588/6cfccf8f-35e6-4214-9482-932efc78f72a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lower State 4.5/5(58 area reviews) While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Paseo Nuevo Mall. [](https://expedia.com/Santa-Barbara-Lower-State.dx553248635976470304) ![Aerial view of Santa Barbara historic city center with Santa Ynez Mountains at the background, from top of the clock tower of Santa Barbara County Courthouse, California CA, USA. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6323990/0efd817a-2a13-44f5-94b9-71d4061369d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Historic Downtown Santa Barbara The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. 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