Popular places to visit
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 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 top-notch restaurants.
Butterfly Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Butterfly Beach during your travels in Santa Barbara? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Stearns Wharf
Explore the waterfront of Stearns Wharf and enjoy other activities such as cycling in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour
Santa Barbara Wine Tour Experience - Authentic and Boutique
Coastal Escape: Private Day Trip to Santa Barbara from Los Angeles
Best of Santa Barbara Walking Tour with Ice Cream
Santa Barbara Bike Rentals: Electric, Mountain or Hybrid
Top hotels in West Beach
Inn By The Harbor
Great customer service !
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Quick check-in, staff was friendly and efficient. Only negatives were our room TV had a screen going out, it had an annoying white dot with everything we watched. The hotel is literally a block from the hood, just south of the property, and numerous homeless hanging around. Luckily we had a 3rd floor ...
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
The Milo
Family trip
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Marina Beach Motel
Very charming motel in a great location. The room was very clean, smelling of fresh laundry. The staff is always available and helpful to answer questions or provide suggestions
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
The Franciscan Hotel
Our expectations were met. Everything was perfect. I would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Friendly staff. Clean rooms
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
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 Moreton Bay Fig Tree.
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 Santa Barbara Museum of Art 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 Santa Barbara Museum of Art 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.
