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Our top choices for Downtown Santa Barbara hotels

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Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,366 reviews)
"Great hotel!!! "
United States
Jamie
The price is ￥38,577
￥44,858 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Hotel Santa Barbara
View from room

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, (442 reviews)
"Loved the vibe in this hotel and bar! It was a great location and we were able to walk everywhere. We even checked out the bikes and took a bike ride. It was a special event we were celebrating and we felt really spoiled here. The staff was very helpful and made sure we have everything we needed. I would stay her again and highly recommend it."
United States
NATALIE
The price is ￥45,701
￥52,187 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
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Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (642 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay here. The property was very centrally located and clean. "
United States
Katherine
The price is ￥26,211
￥31,469 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
Haley Hotel
Shopping mall

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, (1,001 reviews)
"Location was the best, close to the town center."
United States
Stanley
The price is ￥39,913
￥45,578 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, sun loungers

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"We only stayed one night as we were traveling through but the staff was nice, room was clean"
United States
Anthony
The price is ￥57,146
￥73,295 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Outdoor pool

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
25.1 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Was a great time!!"
United States
Amanda
The price is ￥26,437
￥29,693 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Lobby lounge

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach, 1.3 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (422 reviews)
"Staff was terrific and room was great size and cleanly and very cozy. As far as bed and breakfasts go this place was a 10/10."
United States
Ryan
The price is ￥26,474
￥30,180 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
East Beach, 2.7 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great property, perfect location, staff is very nice and warm"
United States
wandi
The price is ￥41,884
￥47,843 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Santa Barbara Inn
Courtyard

Vagabond Inn Carpinteria North - Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Carpinteria North - Santa Barbara
2.0 star property
15.7 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,164 reviews)
"Great place for staying. "
United States
Yanchao
The price is ￥12,163
￥14,653 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Vagabond Inn Carpinteria North - Santa Barbara
Property amenity

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 star property
16.3 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,517 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Justin
The price is ￥24,219
￥27,899 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Ground Floor | Terrace/patio

Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
17.9 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
7.0 out of 10, Good, (666 reviews)
"Very quiet property, probably because this is a single story hotel. No walking heard from the ceiling."
United States
Esther
The price is ￥15,956
￥21,575 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
Casa Del Sol
Terrace/patio

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
East Beach, 2.3 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
7.8 out of 10, Good, (286 reviews)
"We had a very pleasant visit and will be returning"
United States
Simon
The price is ￥44,514
￥57,983 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 8 - Jun 9
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe

Casa Iglesia

Casa Iglesia
4.5 star property
Oak Park, 1.5 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"This is a perfect hotel room. Clean, quiet and comfortable with a few well thought out luxury touches and the essentials we all want. Great value!"
United States
Sharon
The price is ￥16,949
￥31,103 total
includes taxes & fees
May 26 - May 27
Casa Iglesia
Beach nearby

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
5.2 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Rooms were very clean, the location is fantastic, and they offer you bicycles to explore around. I loved sitting under the pergola and listening to the water fountain."
United States
Sergio
The price is ￥25,246
￥28,780 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Check-in/check-out kiosk

Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill
3.0 star property
9.9 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (357 reviews)
"Lovely place. Staff was accommodating. "
United States
Dawn
The price is ￥33,269
￥38,592 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Inn on Summer Hill
Reception

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
East Beach, 2.7 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Amazing stay! Will come back again!"
United States
Chaoqun
The price is ￥23,081
￥26,312 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
2.5 star property
17.9 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Leticia I
The price is ￥26,901
￥30,988 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.4 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,243 reviews)
"Great location and very friendly staff!"
United States
Anna
The price is ￥22,797
￥27,225 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Vagabond Inn Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Vagabond Inn Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
2.0 star property
17.7 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,273 reviews)
"Great location and wonderful staff"
United States
Stephen
The price is ￥12,593
￥15,147 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 14 - Jun 15
Vagabond Inn Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
Exterior

Villa Rosa Inn

Villa Rosa Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.4 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place close to the beach.. and was perfect location to walk where you needed."
United States
Mario
The price is ￥17,384
￥24,872 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Villa Rosa Inn
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Where to stay in Downtown Santa Barbara

Find the best Downtown Santa Barbara areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Santa Barbara
Learn more about Downtown Santa Barbara
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Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

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Montecito

Celebrity-favored Montecito offers backcountry hiking trails and attractions like Lotusland and El Fureidis. Easily accessible via State Route 192 and the U.S. 101 Freeway, it's well-connected to Santa Barbara County.

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West Beach

While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and Carriage and Western Art Museum.

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East Beach

East Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

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Open Photo by Terry Fletcher

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

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

Top Downtown Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

8/10 Good
"The property is pretty and the rooms are large and well appointed. The Lavazza coffee maker was a plus! We enjoyed sitting by the fountain and walking the property. Our night was a bit noisy, as we could hear the baby next door crying, as well as the parents moving chairs and other furniture around. Once they settled, we slept well. The bed was wooden and creaky, but fairly comfortable. The bed next door at the Marina Beach Inn, the sister property, was more comfortable. However, The Franciscan has a more elaborate breakfast, and the protein choices were appreciated. It was a lovely stay overall."
Cheryl 1-night trip
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The Franciscan Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Santa Barbara?
Travelers love the Downtown Santa Barbara neighborhood for its beautiful beaches, array of dining options, and major shopping area. Be sure to check out Lobero Theater and Paseo Nuevo Mall as part of your Downtown Santa Barbara travel plans.
Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Santa Barbara?
Based on our traveler data, Hotel Santa Barbara is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Santa Barbara. This hotel is a short 13-minute walk from Santa Barbara County Courthouse, and it offers a 24-hour fitness center and free WiFi. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG and Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels.
How many hotels are there in Downtown Santa Barbara?
With 17 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in Downtown Santa Barbara to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Santa Barbara area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Santa Barbara, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer in Downtown Santa Barbara.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Santa Barbara?
For more information about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Downtown Santa Barbara, head over to our customer service page.
What can I see and do in this Santa Barbara neighborhood?
Presidio Santa Barbara, El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, and Hill-Carrillo Adobe are some local landmarks to explore in Downtown Santa Barbara. As you're discovering the neighborhood, Lobero Theater and Paseo Nuevo Mall are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Santa Barbara include La Arcada, Casa de la Guerra, and De la Guerra Plaza. While you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara, be sure to visit other sights like Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum or Santa Barbara Museum of Art.

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