West Beach Travel Guide
Santa Barbara





Visit West Beach
Stay near popular West Beach attractions
Things to do

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour

Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Top hotels in West Beach

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
"Great location and room very clean"
Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

Beachside Inn
"Great location!!"
Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

The Franciscan Hotel
"very well located, short walk to the beach and harbor"
Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

Inn By The Harbor
"This is a nice little hotel with a cute kitchen. We were very happy with it—until I used the shower. About five minutes into the shower, the water became scalding hot, and there was no cold water at all. I turned off the shower and waited awhile. Eventually the temperature returned to normal, and ..."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

The Milo
"Was sick and couldn’t make the reservation (knew the day before), understanding it was too late to cancel but no credit or anything offered and a bottle of wine was supposed to be complimentary but no effort to get it to us via set aside, mail etc. Oh well, I’m sure it’s nice just another place that ..."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
"Great location, use of bicycles, pool and jacuzzi was awesome!"
Reviewed on 25 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 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.

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.





















