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Our top choices for West Beach hotels

Front of property

Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Jill
The price is NZ$434
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Harbor House Inn
View from property

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,124 reviews)
"Wonderful stay!"
United States
Melanie
The price is NZ$500
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Front of property

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
West Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Vanessa
The price is NZ$439
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Beach House Inn

Beach House Inn
2.0 star property
West Beach
The price is NZ$577
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Beach House Inn
Exterior

Casa Del Mar Inn

Casa Del Mar Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place to stay very close to the beach and to great restaurants"
United States
Cole
The price is NZ$423
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Casa Del Mar Inn
Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite)

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,288 reviews)
"3 blocks from the beach with an awesome staff and spotless rooms."
United States
Daneka
The price is NZ$383
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Front of property – evening/night

La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location, beautiful clean property, free parking, super nice staff. Would stay here again!"
United States
Gwen
The price is NZ$565
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
La Playa Inn
Fountain

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,202 reviews)
"Great location, very nice room, excellent staff."
United States
Thomas
The price is NZ$431
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
The Franciscan Hotel
Exterior detail

The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
West Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,587 reviews)
"Great location, nice room and pool!"
United States
Natasha
The price is NZ$675
includes taxes & fees
14 July - 15 July
The Milo
Front of property

Ala Mar by the Sea

Ala Mar by the Sea
3.0 star property
West Beach
6.0 out of 10, (1,004 reviews)
"Surprised at older poor reviews; stayed here w elderly parents and enjoyed relaxed quiet peaceful stay, so close to beach and wharf."
United States
James
The price is NZ$415
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
Ala Mar by the Sea
Front of property

Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel. Clean, cheerful environment, spacious room, comfortable beds, walking distance to restaurants, the pier and the beach. Would definitely stay there again."
United States
Ireny
The price is NZ$570
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
Mason Beach Inn
Lobby sitting area

Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,220 reviews)
"Great property! Great location!"
United States
James
The price is NZ$430
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Beachside Inn
Outdoor pool

Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
West Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Excellent location, great places for breakfast and dinner options within walking distance."
United States
Andrea
The price is NZ$697
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
Harbor View Inn
Front of property

The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room and its location to the beach was great. Many restaurants within walking distance."
United States
John
The price is NZ$664
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
The Eagle Inn
Deluxe Apartment | Interior

Casa Yano by The Beach

Casa Yano by The Beach
4.0 star property
West Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Really nice stay! Modern and very clean. I love how close we were to everything. Walking distance to shops, the harbor and restaurants. The hosts were very nice and the communication was excellent! We will definitely go back."
United States
Kelli
The price is NZ$705
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Casa Yano by The Beach
Exterior

Villa Rosa Inn

Villa Rosa Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,008 reviews)
"A very cool place to stay... Location was excellent"
United States
George
The price is NZ$645
includes taxes & fees
21 July - 22 July
Villa Rosa Inn
Free daily continental breakfast

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
West Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,345 reviews)
"Very nice stay with a great location"
United States
Brian
The price is NZ$534
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Exterior

Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,136 reviews)
"We always love staying here when visiting Santa Barbara!"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is NZ$379
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Marina Beach Hotel
Exterior

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
West Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,403 reviews)
"A great place to stay!"
United States
Alison
The price is NZ$599
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Front of property

Los Aguajes

Los Aguajes
2.0 star property
West Beach
7.2 out of 10, Good, (10 reviews)
"Amazing property. Clean , close to pier and State Street! We had a great time and highly recommend ! "
United States
john
The price is NZ$1,111
includes taxes & fees
9 July - 10 July
Los Aguajes
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Compare popular hotels in West Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Front of property
Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,002 reviews
View
Exterior
Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,136 reviews
View
Deluxe Apartment | Interior
Casa Yano by The Beach
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
14 reviews
View
Fountain
The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,202 reviews
View
Front of property
Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,002 reviews
View

Our guide on where to stay in West Beach

Find the best West Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal town with a pier extending into the ocean, a beach, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.

Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and East Beach.

A coastal beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

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.

A coastal town with a prominent white building with a red roof, palm trees, and mountains in the background.

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.

A beach with palm trees, a pier, and the ocean at sunset.

East Beach

East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.

A historic building with a bell tower, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
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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 Arlington Theater might round out your trip.

Top West Beach Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in West Beach

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Loved our stay at the Avania Inn, staff was very friendly and helpful!! Rooms were very clean!"
Daniel 4-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

What is West Beach like?
Travellers to Santa Barbara's West Beach neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here. Are you looking for West Beach travel tips? Make sure that you visit Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach while you're in the neighbourhood.
What's a favourite place to stay in West Beach?
Based on our traveller data, Beachside Inn is one of the top choices for your stay in West Beach. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Santa Barbara Harbor, and it offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Avania Inn of Santa Barbara and The Franciscan Hotel.
How many hotels will I be able to find in the West Beach area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Barbara, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 132 West Beach hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in West Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer in West Beach.
What can I see and do in this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?
You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Santa Barbara Carriage Museum or Carriage and Western Art Museum during your visit to West Beach. Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center, Santa Barbara Maritime Museum and Moreton Bay Fig Tree are just a few of the places to visit in and around West Beach. While you're out sightseeing, Reagan Ranch Center and Leadbetter Beach are a couple of additional sights to visit in Santa Barbara.

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