Bel Air Travel Guide
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Top hotels in Bel Air

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
"Excellent"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
"Clean room"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026

Beachside Inn
"Minor items: my room was quite a distance from the water heater, so it took 10 minutes to get hot water in the shower. Also the TV reception was intermittent, which must have something to do with the cable provider. Again, these are minor and did not effect my stay."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026

Sandpiper Lodge
"The hotel was very well maintained and a great bargain in Santa Barbara. The room was extremely clean and large. The bathroom was very nicely laid out. Breakfast was very convenient and the property was in a great location in town. The property is older but that didn’t detract from anything during ..."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026

Hotel Santa Barbara
"Over all a great stay, property is beautiful and clean, walking distance from local restaurants and 10 mins from the beach!"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026

The Franciscan Hotel
"Staff were friendly, helpful and accommodating for early check-in and late check-out. The room was spacious, comfortable and well appointed, down to the way the towels were folded. The property was lush with tall palms, banana plants and myriad greenery which created a calming environment. The self ..."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Bel Air

Santa Barbara Beach
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.

Montecito
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.

Downtown Santa Barbara
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Paseo Nuevo Mall might round out your trip.

West Beach
If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.

East Beach
East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.




















