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1453 Cheap Hotels in West Beach - Specials, Reviews, & Last Minute Deals

Front of property - evening/night
La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (823)
"Very clean and comfortable. I loved the grab and go breakfast options."
The price is AU$426
per night
5 May - 6 May
La Playa Inn
Beach nearby, beach towels
Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (832)
"Fantastic gem and family owned. Will definitely stay again. Loved it. "
The price is AU$389
per night
6 May - 7 May
Marina Beach Motel
Exterior
Casa Jardin
2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (79)
"Functional simplicity with delightful touches. "
The price is AU$355
per night
5 May - 6 May
Casa Jardin
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Front of property
Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1039)
"Such a great location. Clean and spacious rooms. Right by the beach. Wonderful staff with exceptional customer service. Parking. Highly recommend. "
The price is AU$308
per night
6 May - 7 May
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Exterior
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Really a nice place to stay and close to all good restaurants also close to the pier will come back soon thanks…"
The price is AU$345
per night
2 May - 3 May
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (484)
"A great family get-away with with grandchildren and adult children- located in the hills of Santa Barbara- an ideal place to un-wind and relax."
The price is AU$1,426
per night
22 May - 23 May
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
Property grounds
Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Excellent location. Quaint style. Excellent restaurant, Convivo at the Hotel. Wonderful staff. "
The price is AU$538
per night
12 May - 13 May
Santa Barbara Inn
Front of property - evening/night
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (859)
"Excellent service "
The price is AU$311
per night
2 May - 3 May
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Front of property - evening/night
Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1587)
"Very good!"
The price is AU$395
per night
27 May - 28 May
Inn By The Harbor
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (820)
"Great location, beautiful hotel, close to the beach. "
The price is AU$1,078
per night
14 May - 15 May
Hotel Californian
Front of property
The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Awesome property "
The price is AU$346
per night
2 May - 3 May
The Franciscan Hotel
Fireplace
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (384)
"The location and staff exceeded my expectations. "
The price is AU$475
per night
27 May - 28 May
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, (28)
"I liked it alot.."
The price is AU$185
per night
2 May - 3 May
ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1256)
"The staff was excellent. Our only issue was with the room above us. We could hear people walking around into the late night...quite heavy footed. I would recommend trying to get a room on the third floor and avoid the possibility of lack of sleep. The hotel is a good value."
The price is AU$312
per night
5 May - 6 May
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool
Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"We absolutely loved it and will be returning. Close to everything. "
The price is AU$477
per night
5 May - 6 May
Harbor View Inn
Lobby
Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Great Location!"
The price is AU$467
per night
14 May - 15 May
Hotel Santa Barbara
Front of property
Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (589)
"Good walking distance from train station. Lots of restaurants and things to do within walking distance. We took the train so we did not have a car. Front desk staff very helpful and kind. Room was clean and bed was comfortable. We will stay here again!"
The price is AU$536
per night
9 May - 10 May
Mason Beach Inn
Outdoor pool
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (80)
"Excellent location! Walked everywhere throughout our stay. The property really is beautiful. Loved the Palm Springs vibe. Staff was very personable and attentive. "
The price is AU$433
per night
12 May - 13 May
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
3 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool 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 AU$1,074
per night
12 May - 13 May
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Overnight stay-older but clean room and well maintained property. We enjoyed the pool and its patio. Dinner and shopping were minutes away. Staff was nice and accommodating. We’d stay here again. "
The price is AU$294
per night
7 May - 8 May
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
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Santa Barbara Beach

3 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
4.5/5(19 area reviews)

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

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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 Santa Barbara Carriage Museum while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite place to stay in West Beach?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, La Playa Inn is the highest ranked property in West Beach. This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Santa Barbara Harbor, and it offers free parking and free WiFi. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Castillo Inn at the Beach and Marina Beach Motel.

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

Recent Reviews in West Beach

Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn

5/5 Excellent
"Good walking distance from train station. Lots of restaurants and things to do within walking distance. We took the train so we did not have a car. Front desk staff very helpful and kind. Room was clean and bed was comfortable. We will stay here again!"
A verified traveller stayed at Mason Beach Inn
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Mason Beach Inn