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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Marina Beach Hotel	3.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,200 reviews	View
Harbor House Inn	3.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Casa Yano by The Beach	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 18 reviews	View
La Playa Inn	2.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
The Franciscan Hotel	2.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,321 reviews	View

Where to stay in West Beach

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

A coastal town with a pier extending into the ocean, a beach, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.

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 West Beach.

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A beach with a pier, buildings, and mountains in the background.

Montecito

Celebrity-favored Montecito offers backcountry hiking trails and attractions like Lotusland and El Fureidis. Easily accessible via State Route 192 and the U.S. 101 Freeway, it's well-connected to Santa Barbara County.

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A white colonial building with a bell tower, surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.

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.

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East Beach

East Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

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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.

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Top West Beach Hotel Reviews

The Franciscan Hotel

8/10 Good

"This is a nice hotel that is close to the beach, the pier, stores and several excellent restaurants. The king bed was very comfortable, but the chairs were uncomfortable and the counter space was small. The air conditioning was noisy and turned on and off during the night. The staff is friendly and helpful. The breakfast was very good with waffles, eggs bacon and sausage, bagels, pastries and muffins. The balcony is really a small patio enclosed by a five foot fence with a small table and two chairs. Overall, it is a good place to stay."

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

8/10 Good

"Friendly staff and clean room with good overall location walkable to main Santa Barbara tourist locations, however directly next to a gas station. The room and property are dated but generally well maintained. Between the decent complimentary breakfast and the pool/jacuzzi area, the stay felt worth the $. Plentiful, complimentary parking is also a plus."

Ala Mar by the Sea

8/10 Good

"It was a fantastic experience, rooms were comfy and clean, bathroom was aesthetically pleasing, the architecture made me feel like i was in another country. The pool and hot tub was very immersive, and the breakfast provided was really well thought of. The only thing I could recommend in the future is that I needed to shave my beard and legs and arms during the trip (I was doing a bike race this weekend in SB), and it was pretty hard to shave effectively without a mirror in the bathroom (I’m not sure if every room doesn’t have a mirror in the bathroom). There was a mirror in the main room but if I shaved in front of there I’d get hair all over the floor in the main room. So I’d recommend a mirror in the bathroom. Other than that it was a phenomenal hotel experience!"

Mason Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent

"The place was very pleasant! Having checked in late for only one night since I was in town for a concert I didn’t get to experience the full place me and my partner agreed we need to come back for a longer stay! They had snacks and treats in the room that honestly weren’t badly priced! Not to mention the complimentary beverages on check in, just so fun! Slept like royalty too, absolutely comfortable bed!"

Frequently asked questions

What is West Beach like?

Travelers to Santa Barbara's West Beach neighborhood will be sure to enjoy a stay in this neighborhood. Are you looking for West Beach travel tips? Be sure to check out Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach while you're in the neighborhood.

What's a favorite hotel to stay in West Beach?

Based on our traveler data, Beachside Inn is one of the top choices for your stay in West Beach. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Santa Barbara Harbor, and it offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other good options for your stay in the area include Avania Inn of Santa Barbara and The Milo.

How many hotels are there in the West Beach area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Barbara, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 133 West Beach hotels and other accommodations to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in West Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review top deals in West Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to West Beach?

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What can I see and do in this Santa Barbara neighborhood?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Santa Barbara Carriage Museum or Carriage and Western Art Museum during your visit to West Beach. Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach are also a couple of places to visit in the neighborhood. Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center, Santa Barbara Maritime Museum, and Moreton Bay Fig Tree are just a few of the places to visit in and around West Beach. While you're out sightseeing, Leadbetter Beach and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation are a couple of additional sights to visit in Santa Barbara.

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1. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

2. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

3. Inn By The Harbor

4. Mason Beach Inn

5. La Playa Inn

6. Lavender Inn by the Sea

7. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

8. Beachside Inn

9. The Milo

10. Harbor View Inn

11. The Franciscan Hotel

12. Marina Beach Hotel

13. Castillo Inn at the Beach

14. The Eagle Inn

15. Harbor House Inn

16. Beach House Inn

17. Casa Del Mar Inn

18. Casa Yano by The Beach

19. Ala Mar by the Sea

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Where to stay in West Beach

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Montecito

Downtown Santa Barbara

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Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Top West Beach Hotel Reviews

The Franciscan Hotel

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