West Beach Inn, a Coast HotelvsThe Waterman
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel and The Wayfarer are both recommended by professionals. On balance, West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel ranks marginally higher than The Wayfarer. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel comes in at 76 with praise from 4 reviews like Gayot, Star Service and Lonely Planet.
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
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." Full review
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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." Full review
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." Full review
The Waterman
12 East Montecito Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $169/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Pool
Gayot
"Guests can choose from 31 modern private and shared accommodations with full en-suite bathrooms. All enjoy access to a community kitchen and heated outdoor pool." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"The Wayfarer has both shared and pri- vate rooms—along with free Wi-Fi, a Spanish colonial–style communal kitchen, and a heated pool." Full review
Fodor's
"Rates include breakfast, use of the community kitchen, and access to the outdoor heated pool and a sunny deck with reclining lounge chairs." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Part hostel and part hotel, The Wayfarer is a sweet spot for those who want a playful, not-too-fussy place to rest their heads after a long day of traveling." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Definitely in a category of its own." Full review