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West Beach hotels and places to stay

Front of property - evening/night
La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (830)
"Very clean, architecturally pretty - loved the cover ceilings in the room. Cute boutiquely place."
The price is CA $343
CA $391 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
La Playa Inn
Beach nearby, beach towels
Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (852)
"This place was amazing. So friendly and peaceful and close to everything. Came for our honeymoon but definitely bringing our kids and fur babies back 🥰❤️"
The price is CA $277
CA $316 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Marina Beach Motel
Front of property
Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1038)
"Loved the hotel and location. Very nice staff. Unfortunately we had people in next room that were beyond noisy from the time they arrived at 2:15 am."
The price is CA $239
CA $272 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 6 - Jun 7
Castillo Inn at the Beach
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Outdoor spa tub
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"We were upgraded to the Garden Suite, which was very nice."
The price is CA $262
CA $299 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (485)
"The staff was absolutely exceptional and made the experience so great. Can't wait to go back again! "
The price is CA $1,176
CA $1,343 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view
Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Wonderful view from our ocean facing room and very quiet and peaceful. Pool area was great and very clean. "
The price is CA $388
CA $444 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Santa Barbara Inn
Front of property - evening/night
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (862)
"Great location. On property parking. Walkable to beach and boardwalk area. No issues with stay."
The price is CA $196
CA $223 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Front of property
Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1275)
"This is a beautiful two story inn, well-maintained and one block from the beach. Trendy shopping and dining areas area short walk away. The continental breakfast and afternoon wine and cheese were great bonuses, and the staff were very attentive and helpful. We will stay here next time we are in town."
The price is CA $306
CA $350 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Front of property - evening/night
Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1587)
"not this time"
The price is CA $281
CA $321 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
Inn By The Harbor
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (822)
"Property was gorgeous and staff were amazing! Lots of great dining options within walking distance as well."
The price is CA $847
CA $1,025 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
Hotel Californian
Front of property
The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Good walkable location. Friendly staff."
The price is CA $284
CA $324 total
includes taxes & fees
May 16 - May 17
The Franciscan Hotel
Fireplace
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (389)
"Ability to check in early was extra nice "
The price is CA $343
CA $392 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 9 - Jun 10
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
Beach nearby, white sand
ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel
1.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (31)
"Convenient location, spotless facilities, awesome vibe and extremely helpful and friendly staff. "
The price is CA $211
CA $241 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1271)
"Great location. Good customer service. Beds comfortable and rooms clean. Rooms abut small but comfortable. Good complimentary breakfast and their coffee machine is the best! Kuddos to Jasmin she made sure breakfast was good and kept checking up if we needed anything else. "
The price is CA $233
CA $276 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool
Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Great location, rooms were spacious and clean. Looks better in person, pictures make the rooms look dated but it’s just the style. Fresh paint and furnishings and bedding were new. Walkable to funk zone and all the shops on state - across from the beach. Would totally stay again! "
The price is CA $376
CA $429 total
includes taxes & fees
May 16 - May 17
Harbor View Inn
Lobby
Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"It's hard to find the driveway for the property but after that the hotel is close to all the area attractions. We walked everywhere. This is a quaint hotel with a friendly staff. The only drawback was the small shower."
The price is CA $388
CA $447 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
Hotel Santa Barbara
Front of property
Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (597)
"MB was very quiet, comfortable and convenient. "
The price is CA $409
CA $475 total
includes taxes & fees
May 22 - May 23
Mason Beach Inn
Outdoor pool
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (82)
"Enjoyed this property in downtown Santa Barbara. The staff was excellent, they went out of the way to be helpful!! We loved all the communal spaces as we were a large family group in town for a graduation. "
The price is CA $331
CA $377 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
Tasting room
Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (433)
"Let me say that I really really like this hotel. The outdoor space is so fun, the location is one block off of State Street, the rooms are nicely done, and I can bring my dog! There is easy parking right next door (you have to pay, but cheap for Santa Barbara). I like using my phone as a room key. The room is well appointed and has little touches like a wine bottle opener. The fire place in each room is nice, too! My only downside is that they require you to upload a picture of your...
The price is CA $272
CA $323 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Haley Hotel
3 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"The staff, the ambient and overall experience was wonderful. Every staff we encounter were friendly and helpful. It is family friendly establishment but adult can still enjoy all the amenities without being run down by kids. "
The price is CA $874
CA $1,073 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
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Frequently asked questions

What is West Beach like?

Travelers to Santa Barbara's West Beach neighborhood will be sure to enjoy a stay in this neighborhood. Are you looking for West Beach travel tips? Be sure to check out Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum while you're in the neighborhood.

What's a favorite hotel to stay in West Beach?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Castillo Inn at the Beach is the highest ranked property in West Beach. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Santa Barbara Harbor, and it offers free parking and free WiFi. Other top choices in the neighborhood include West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel and Harbor House Inn.

How many hotels are there in the West Beach area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Barbara, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 112 West Beach hotels and other accommodations to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in West Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review top deals in West Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to West Beach?

For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to West Beach, click here.

What can I see and do in this Santa Barbara neighborhood?

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. A visit to Santa Barbara Harbor is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighborhood. 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.