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An outdoor patio with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by lush tropical plants.

1. Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (694 reviews)
"Great location, bit noisy on the weekends but great for waking up to a short walk to the beach and downtown SB life and fun"
United States
Alexander
The price is ￥26,106
￥31,311 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Haley Hotel
A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

2. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,503 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff and great rooms."
United States
Veronica
The price is ￥35,246
￥40,985 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Hotel Santa Barbara
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and large windows.

3. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (490 reviews)
"The location of the Drift was fantastic and it was a darling place to stay."
United States
Shari
The price is ￥38,953
￥44,483 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and white buildings with arches.

4. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice and clean hotel."
United States
Irina
The price is ￥39,819
￥45,472 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and a pool.

5. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel in great location. Beautiful roof top pool and walking access to downtown. Really nice hotel."
United States
Paul
The price is ￥61,546
￥78,071 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
A modern hotel with a sign reading "Orange Tree Inn" and a number "1920" on the facade.

6. Orange Tree Inn

Orange Tree Inn
2.5 star property
Upper East
7.8 out of 10, Good, (889 reviews)
"Very affordable, clean, comfortable room with all the amenities I expect. Close walking distance to downtown Santa Barbara and the waterfront. Very friendly staff. Nice area on State St. with convenient restaurants nearby. Will definitely stay here again."
United States
David
The price is ￥19,857
￥22,676 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Orange Tree Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a window.

7. The Presidio

The Presidio
2.0 star property
Santa Barbara
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (856 reviews)
"great location and clean motel"
United States
Bonnie
The price is ￥22,158
￥25,260 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
The Presidio
A beach with palm trees, a pier, and a flag.

8. Ala Mar by the Sea

Ala Mar by the Sea
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
6.2 out of 10, (1,004 reviews)
"Beautiful location, great staff, and spacious room"
United States
cinthya
The price is ￥14,574
￥21,472 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Ala Mar by the Sea
A building with a tiled entrance, a sign reading "LA ROSA," and a garden with various plants and a palm tree.

9. Villa Rosa Inn

Villa Rosa Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Jose
The price is ￥15,618
￥22,670 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Villa Rosa Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a coffee machine, and a shower area.

10. Town and Country Inn

Town and Country Inn
2.5 star property
North State
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"This is our 4th time staying at Town and Country. I love staying here because the staff is nice. The rooms and cleans and upgraded. It’s always so quiet and there is ample parking. It’s affordable and close to downtown State Street."
United States
Melissa
The price is ￥13,255
￥15,640 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Town and Country Inn
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Top Downtown Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

10/10 Excellent
"This is a real nice and unique property. Small lobby with a comfortable sitting area in front of a fireplace. Good continental breakfast that can be eaten al fresco just outside the lobby or by the pool. Happy hour is daily but we were disappointed in the quality of the wine so did not go the second night. Location is in a relatively quiet neighborhood and close to the waterfront / marina. Easy to walk to the walking path along the water. Bicycles available. Friendly and helpful staff."
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Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

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What is there to see and do in Downtown Santa Barbara?
Downtown Santa Barbara attracts visitors with its fantastic dining options and bar scene, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the local attractions that interest you most, and then plan some activities that cost very little. If you're looking to enjoy the area's natural beauty, you can get outdoors at De la Guerra Plaza, West Beach, or Leadbetter Beach.
How can I get to Downtown Santa Barbara and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Downtown Santa Barbara can help keep you on budget. The most convenient airport is 7.7 mi (12.4 km) away from the center in Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA). However, if that doesn't suit your budget, you can book a flight to Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), located 24.9 mi (40 km) away. Downtown Santa Barbara might not have many public transportation choices so renting a car could be a reasonable alternative to see more of the area.