Located between a public park and Stearns Wharf, the Best Western Beachside Inn is a lower-mid-range chain hotel ideally located for those looking to spend time along Santa Barbara's waterfront. The beach is within easy walking distance, and restaurants abound in both directions. The area can be noisy, and the motel-style outdoor entry to the rooms doesn't help, but most rooms have views of surrounding parks and the harbor from private balconies. The block is brimming with other mid-range options, including The Castillo Inn at the Beach and Marina Beach Motel, both with significantly cheaper rates, but they lack the pool and coveted harbor views.