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West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel vs Blue Sands Inn
Blue Sands Motel and West Beach Inn are both recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Blue Sands Motel ranks marginally better than West Beach Inn. Blue Sands Motel ranks #39 in Santa Barbara with recommendations from 3 reviews like Gayot, Rough Guide and Lonely Planet.
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Lonely Planet
Star Service
Gayot
Oyster
U.S. News & World Report
306 West Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $134 /night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Lonely Planet
"Palm trees, blooming flowers, and perfectly manicured lawns. Life is good at this lush 46-room motel across the street from the harbor."
Star Service
"Located across a busy boulevard from the marina, within walking distance to the pier, dining and entertainment, this hotel is one of only a handful of chains on the beach."
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Among these, request 201 to 205, which offer filtered glimpses of the marina.
Gayot
"A beachfront setting is the main attraction at this 46-room hotel."
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The three-pearl West Beach Inn is about as close as you can get to the harbor and the beach in Santa Barbara, and rates here are at a premium as a result."
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U.S. News & World Report
"Situated directly across the street from the Santa Barbara beaches, the West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel is also within walking distance of downtown, where you'll find numerous shops and restaurants."
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Blue Sands Inn
Lonely Planet
Rough Guide
Gayot
421 South Milpas Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
From $0 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Pool
- Free Parking
- Kitchenette
- Air Conditioning
Lonely Planet
"This tiny two-story motel may be a bit kitschy, but who cares when you’re just steps from East Beach? Ask the affable owners for an upgraded room."
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Rough Guide
"Looks like your average roadside motel at first, but this spot is actually the city’s best deal for accommodation."
Gayot
"This small motel with minimal landscaping is among the city's best options for budget travelers --- particularly families."
