Hersha Hospitality hotels in West Beach, Santa Barbara Beach

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.