Westside Travel Guide
Santa Barbara

Visit Westside
Things to do

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

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

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
"place was convenient as a motel 6 style layout; the gentleman at the front desk is a stellar model employee as first contact to your hotel and should be commended for his professionalism and candor; pleasant and respectful. My room has a connecting door which was super creepy as i could hear them ..."
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Hotel Santa Barbara
"Fantastic staff, convenient parking, super cute with a great location!"
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026

Beachside Inn
"Great staff."
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Sandpiper Lodge
"The Sandpiper is our go-to spot when overnighting in Santa Barbara. It’s reasonably priced and convenient for us when visiting family in town. Located on State Street the hotel is close to restaurants and gasoline stations. Rooms are clean and comfortable. The staff is friendly and professional and ..."
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026
Where to stay in Westside

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.

West Beach
If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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.





















