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Independent hotels in West Beach, Santa Barbara

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Top West Beach Independent Hotels

Sandpiper Lodge

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1795)
"Very nice place to stay"
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Sandpiper Lodge

Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1019)
"Amazing location"
The price is €224
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Hotel Santa Barbara

Lemon Tree Inn

3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1021)
"The place is incredible close to everything "
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Lemon Tree Inn

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1853)
"Great location, close to the beach, with a nice park across the street. The room was clean and comfortable and the complimentary breakfast is a nice touch. "
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Inn

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1005)
"Close to the Beach and great food"
The price is €337
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Santa Barbara Inn

Hotel Californian

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (907)
"The best hotel in Santa Barbara. Great attentive and friendly staff. The premises take you away to Caribbean paradise feeling."
The price is €772
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Hotel Californian

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1278)
"Beautiful location and property "
The price is €251
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Mason Beach Inn

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (985)
"Such a lovely little hotel close to the beach and beautiful. "
The price is €258
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Mason Beach Inn

Lavender Inn by the Sea

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1257)
"Second time there. Great location and excellent accommodation. "
The price is €227
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Lavender Inn by the Sea

The Upham Hotel

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
"Beautiful place and lovely stay, will be back"
The price is €188
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
The Upham Hotel
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Find out more about West Beach

Find out more about West Beach

Pocket Guide: Santa Barbara West Beach Hotels

West Beach is a walkable neighborhood that's popular for its restaurants, coffee shops, and cheese. Outdoor settings, such as the sea, beaches, and parks, attract many visitors. Book a hotel in West Beach and start exploring everything in and around Santa Barbara.

Sightseeing around West Beach

The local museums might be a top draw, but there are many others. Stroll the halls at Carriage and Western Art Museum, Santa Barbara Art Foundry, or Santa Barbara Maritime Museum. For cultural attractions, head to Santa Barbara Contemporary Arts Forum, Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum, and Santa Barbara Historical Museum. Some landmarks that can't be missed include De la Guerra Plaza, Casa de la Guerra, and Presidio Santa Barbara. Ty Warner Sea Center, Santa Barbara Zoo, and Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens are family favorites.

Shopping and biking are a couple of popular activities in the area. Leadbetter Beach, Arroyo Burro Beach, and Goleta Beach are a few spots to soak up some sunshine. Local parks like Moreton Bay Fig Tree, Chase Palm Park, and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park are peaceful spots. With a shopping trip to Paseo Nuevo Mall, La Arcada, or La Cumbre Plaza, you might find that perfect souvenir. If you have some more time, pay a visit to Stearns Wharf, Earl Warren Showgrounds, or Santa Barbara Golf Club.

A few of the area's most popular attractions are Santa Barbara County Courthouse, Mission Santa Barbara, and University of California-Santa Barbara. Santa Barbara City College, Antioch University, and Lobero Theater will also leave an impression.

Getting around West Beach

If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at Santa Barbara Station. Learn about your options for water transportation at the port.

The closest major airport is Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal), located 8.2 miles (13.2 km) from West Beach.

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