Title: Visit West Beach: Best of West Beach, Santa Barbara Travel 2025 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in West Beach](https://expedia.ca/West-Beach-Santa-Barbara-Hotels.0-n553248635976474091-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Santa Barbara](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Santa-Barbara.d602277.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Santa Barbara](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Santa-Barbara.d602277.Travel-Guide-Activities)[West Beach Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-West-Beach.d553248635976474091.Car-Rental-Guide)[West Beach Vacations](https://expedia.ca/West-Beach.d553248635976474091.Destination-Travel-Guides) # West Beach ## Santa Barbara ![Photo by Pam Fruth](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/34cf2b75249099eb8ddc2a001cd16336.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Pam Fruth](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/34cf2b75249099eb8ddc2a001cd16336.jpg) ![Photo by Nelky Perez](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/18fae673ec9781043cb4360d0325c905.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Nelky Perez](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/18fae673ec9781043cb4360d0325c905.jpg) ## Visit West Beach Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Santa Barbara travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Barbara.dx602277) * * * ### Popular places to visit ![Santa Barbara Zoo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/4b9585a48356be65be68944c62168157.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara Zoo Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call Santa Barbara Zoo home during your trip to Santa Barbara? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Barbara-Zoo-Santa-Barbara.d6065929.Vacation-Attraction) ![Santa Barbara Harbor](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a79f5cfd6e83f80a536f9243662de183.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Barbara-Harbor-Santa-Barbara-Beach.d553248634000903287.Vacation-Attraction) ![Stearns Wharf](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2a95900f46ed07b806fb0b7f1015da99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Stearns Wharf Explore the waterfront of Stearns Wharf and enjoy other activities such as biking in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Stearns-Wharf-Santa-Barbara-Beach.d6063349.Vacation-Attraction) ![Santa Barbara County Courthouse showing heritage architecture and a luxury hotel or resort](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/51000/51681-Santa-Barbara.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Barbara-County-Courthouse-Downtown-Santa-Barbara.d6177264.Vacation-Attraction) ![Upper State Street](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/1d3943494e82de7a7e3136701c3719f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Upper State Street During your visit to Santa Barbara, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Upper State Street. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Upper-State-Street-Santa-Barbara.d6336857.Vacation-Attraction) ![Butterfly Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/4ac1f02a3b45ea4c8ed3a9d6ead87c6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Butterfly Beach Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Butterfly Beach during your travels in Santa Barbara? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.ca/Butterfly-Beach-Santa-Barbara.d553248621561135821.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Santa Barbara Coastal Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50192752/42525e3f-eeaa-4123-9364-579955e1d2c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara CA $55 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/coastal-cruise-on-yacht-in-santa-barbara.a50192752.activity-details) ![Santa Barbara Trolley Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1247677/f40fd037-ab30-40b5-bf4c-f29e61420bbf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara Trolley Tour CA $39 per adult **86%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-trolley-tour.a1247677.activity-details) ![Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44649102/1306d2d4-212e-48eb-b9f3-6d4c69322053.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map CA $48 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-full-day-7-speed-bike-rental-with-area-map.a44649102.activity-details) ![Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48117548/47650188-db2e-4c28-b56b-ad42c17837bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop CA $80 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-chocolate-bar-and-art-box-making-workshop.a48117548.activity-details) ![Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44652338/9a20d38c-e183-41b5-aa7d-222b22af4c61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental CA $62 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-electric-bike-rental.a44652338.activity-details) ![Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49965347/cc9b081e-041c-4ce1-b661-266bdf8cbc76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy CA $34 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/visit-the-rescued-cats-of-cat-therapy.a49965347.activity-details) [See all activities in Santa Barbara](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Santa-Barbara.d602277.Travel-Guide-Activities) * * * ## West Beach Hotel Deals ![Avania Inn of Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/970000/969000/968986/a1b49ad5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Avania Inn of Santa Barbara 128 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA CA $212 CA $253 total Nov 10 - Nov 11 includes taxes & fees 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! (1,909 reviews) "The room was spacious and comfortable, and the staff was very friendly." Reviewed on Oct 5, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F11%2F2025&endDate=11%2F11%2F2025&selected=968986&PinnedHotelID=968986&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976474091) ![The Milo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565800/565736/af5e1e5e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Milo 202 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA CA $290 CA $332 total Oct 26 - Oct 27 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 ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,441 reviews) "great stay" Reviewed on Oct 8, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F10%2F2025&endDate=27%2F10%2F2025&selected=565736&PinnedHotelID=565736&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976474091) ![Beachside Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7700/7687/3d5b03a6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Beachside Inn 336 W. Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA CA $209 CA $239 total Oct 21 - Oct 22 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,049 reviews) "We were only in SB for a short visit but it did not disappoint. Our room had a view of the marina/pier. It was clean and comfortable to come back to after walking all over the marina. The sunrise the next morning was beautiful! Will be back!" Reviewed on Oct 3, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F10%2F2025&endDate=22%2F10%2F2025&selected=7687&PinnedHotelID=7687&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976474091) ![Inn By The Harbor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34500/34495/375e4f4a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Inn By The Harbor 433 W Montecito St, Santa Barbara, CA CA $251 CA $286 total Nov 10 - Nov 11 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,728 reviews) "Really big room" Reviewed on Oct 8, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F11%2F2025&endDate=11%2F11%2F2025&selected=34495&PinnedHotelID=34495&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976474091) ![West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/50500/50463/1a2ec3e5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel 306 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA CA $264 CA $301 total Oct 12 - Oct 13 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! (1,081 reviews) "Vacation on the California Coast" Reviewed on Oct 2, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F10%2F2025&endDate=13%2F10%2F2025&selected=50463&PinnedHotelID=50463&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976474091) ![Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34500/34494/dbeed63b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach 223 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA CA $244 CA $278 total Nov 10 - Nov 11 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,285 reviews) "Nice clean property good walking distance to marina and beach. Local restaurants close also" Reviewed on Sep 30, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F11%2F2025&endDate=11%2F11%2F2025&selected=34494&PinnedHotelID=34494&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976474091) [See all 1,520 properties in West Beach](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=11%2F10%2F2025&endDate=12%2F10%2F2025®ionId=553248635976474091) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Barbara-Lower-State.dx553248635976470304) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/986ddf5501b490fe9fc1c2c66cfe7b2e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### The Funk Zone 5/5(9 area reviews) Travelers 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Barbara-The-Funk-Zone.dx553248633938969740) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/995d6e7aa96220c67fba132e7e1ae557.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### East Mesa If you're spending some time in East Mesa, Leadbetter Beach and 1000 Steps Beach are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Barbara-East-Mesa.dx553248635976472344) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/4b9585a48356be65be68944c62168157.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### East Beach 4/5(16 area reviews) East Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Barbara-East-Beach.dx6323324) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/1fb14b660f9f4732fe62daf0de6f37a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### The Mesa While visiting The Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Barbara-The-Mesa.dx553248635976470507) ![Santa Barbara showing a coastal town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/35000/35638-Santa-Barbara.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Historic Downtown Santa Barbara The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Granada Theatre might round out your trip. 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