Westside

Santa Barbara

Photo by Lynn Hao
Photo by Lynn Hao

Popular places to visit

Santa Barbara Zoo

Santa Barbara Zoo

5/5(1 review)

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.

Santa Barbara Zoo
Santa Barbara Harbor

Santa Barbara Harbor

4.5/5(16 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

4.5/5(32 reviews)

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.

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

Santa Barbara County Courthouse

4.5/5(12 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(27 reviews)

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.

Upper State Street
Butterfly Beach

Butterfly Beach

5/5(1 review)

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 walkable area.

Butterfly Beach

Things to do

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

CA $48
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
Checking out the sea lions

Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)

CA $75
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
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

CA $36
per adult
Santa Barbara Ghosts Tour
Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara

Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara

CA $259
per traveller
Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Electric Bike Rentals

Santa Barbara Electric Bike Rentals

CA $37
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Electric Bike Rentals
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

CA $79
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop
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Westside Hotel Deals

The Milo

The Milo

3.5 out of 5
202 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is CA $388 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
CA $388
CA $443 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
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! (1,386 reviews)
"Really nice place in a beautiful location.. Staff was super friendly as well."

Reviewed on Jul. 16, 2025

The Milo
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is CA $192 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
CA $192
CA $219 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
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! (1,654 reviews)
July trip
"Charming hotel from the 1950's. The outside and inside were both immaculate. Was just an overnight but was a good choice, close to the airport and downtown."

Reviewed on Jul. 15, 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 CA $344 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
CA $344
CA $404 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
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! (1,002 reviews)
Extend breakfast
"Nice hotel overall, but the sofa bed is uncomfortable and I wish breakfast went until 9:30 instead of 9. It felt like we were all rushing to eat before the doors closed."

Reviewed on Jul. 15, 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 CA $383 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
CA $383
CA $437 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
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! (1,025 reviews)
"Great breakfast and great happy hour"

Reviewed on Jul. 16, 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 CA $232 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
CA $232
CA $265 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
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! (1,002 reviews)
Trip to Santa Barbara County Fair
"The room was perfect. There was minimal noise so it was possible to sleep. The beds were comfortable. Close to Target, Starbucks. And the hotel offered breakfast in the lobby."

Reviewed on Jul. 15, 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
The price is CA $269 per night from Jul 22 to Jul 23
CA $269
CA $318 total
Jul 22 - Jul 23
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! (1,789 reviews)
"Definitely would recommend this place. Nice clean and quiet. Perfect fit for me. Convenient walk to the beach."

Reviewed on Jul. 16, 2025

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
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Other neighbourhoods around Westside

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Oak Park

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

While there might not be top attractions in Oak Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mission Santa Barbara and Arlington Theater.

Oak Park
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Alta Mesa

Alta Mesa might not have many top sights, but 1000 Steps Beach and Leadbetter Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Alta Mesa
Santa Barbara showing 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

3/5(1 area review)

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 showing a coastal town

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 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

Westside

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