West Beach Travel Guide
Santa Barbara
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 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.
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 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.
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 cosy cafes.
Things to do
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Santa Barbara: City Highlights Bike Tour
Top hotels in West Beach
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Everything was great. The only negative was that they didn’t open for breakfast until 7 am.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Inn By The Harbor
The room was absolutely charming!!! Immediately walking into a " beach oasis"!!!🏖⛴️⛱️ The amenities were great, the shower, outstanding, and the queen bed, beyond comfortable. Sam, the Front Guest Agent was so professional, knowledgeable and so plesant and kind!!! Can't wait to book time at this ...
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
The Milo
This hotel is AMAZING. Check in was easy and fast. The room was beautifully decorated and the hotel grounds were immaculate. I loved the smores and all the fires around the property. I also appreciated the free bike use-we ride all down the beach, wharf and marina! I would 100% stay here again!
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Hotel staff is great. The location is excellent. Surrounding is pleasant.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Beachside Inn
Everything was very fresh and tasty. Staff was super friendly.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Staff is very friendly and rooms are really clean .
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Beach
The Funk Zone
Travellers 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 Paseo Nuevo Mall.
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.
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 area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.
