Westside

Santa Barbara

Photo by Lynn Hao
Photo by Lynn Hao

Popular places to visit

Santa Barbara Zoo

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 Zoo
Santa Barbara Harbor

Santa Barbara Harbor

4.5/5(15 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Harbor
Stearns Wharf

Stearns Wharf

4/5(31 reviews)

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.

Stearns Wharf
Santa Barbara County Courthouse featuring a luxury hotel or resort and heritage architecture

Santa Barbara County Courthouse

4.5/5(11 reviews)

See the best views of Santa Barbara and enjoy a stunning variety of architectural styles at the city’s historic courthouse.

Santa Barbara County Courthouse
Upper State Street

Upper State Street

4.5/5(32 reviews)

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.

Upper State Street
Butterfly Beach

Butterfly Beach

4/5(1 review)

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.

Butterfly Beach

Things to do

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

HK$220
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
Helicopter Beach Tour

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

HK$542
per adult
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Santa Ynez Valley: Zipline Adventure with 4×4 Humvee Ride

Santa Barbara: Zipline Tour with 4x4 Humvee Ride

HK$1,142
per adult
Santa Barbara: Zipline Tour with 4x4 Humvee Ride
Come see Santa Barbara like you never have heard tales of death and bring the city's history back to life.

Santa Barbara Ghosts Tour

HK$251
per adult
Santa Barbara Ghosts Tour
Checking out the sea lions

Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)

HK$432
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour

HK$275
per adult
Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour
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Top hotels in Westside

The Milo
The Milo
3.5 out of 5
202 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is HK$2,550 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
HK$2,550
HK$2,911 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,389 reviews)
"Loved the beachfront location and ability to use the property’s bikes to explore the local area. The room was comfortable and had plenty of space for our one night stay. We only used one pool area but found it clean and warm. Really lovely stay and would definitely return!"

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

The Milo
Sandpiper Lodge
Sandpiper Lodge
2 out of 5
3525 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is HK$1,170 per night from 17 Jul to 18 Jul
HK$1,170
HK$1,333 total
17 Jul - 18 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,643 reviews)
"Love the property. Staff is also very friendly"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Sandpiper Lodge
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
3.5 out of 5
4111 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is HK$1,943 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
HK$1,943
HK$2,281 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,012 reviews)
"Really clean and well appointed"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3 out of 5
306 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is HK$1,955 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
HK$1,955
HK$2,228 total
15 Jul - 16 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,016 reviews)
"Staff were friendly, Helpful & customer service oriented. Great property location to beach, dining & activities. Very well maintained property for an older facility."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
3 out of 5
3850 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is HK$1,328 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
HK$1,328
HK$1,516 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"No comment"

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 out of 5
128 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,769 reviews)
"My stay was great! The property was clean and close to the beach and boardwalk. The room was clean as well with allot of room. I will definitely be staying here again!. Oh and the breakfast was delicious. I did lover the fact that they have fresh baked cookies available all day."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Westside

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Oak Park

4.5/5(7 area reviews)

While Oak Park isn't home to many top sights, Mission Santa Barbara and Arlington Theater are some notable places to visit nearby.

Oak Park
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Alta Mesa

When in Alta Mesa, you can plan a visit to 1000 Steps Beach and Leadbetter Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Alta Mesa
Santa Barbara featuring a coastal town

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 Paseo Nuevo Mall or Santa Barbara County Courthouse might round out your trip.

Downtown Santa Barbara
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Upper East

5/5(4 area reviews)

While visiting Upper East, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum.

Upper East
Santa Barbara featuring a coastal town

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 Paseo Nuevo Mall or Arlington Theater might round out your trip.

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
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The Mesa

While visiting The Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.

The Mesa

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