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Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Great location"
The price is ¥36,069
¥41,531 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Hotel Santa Barbara

The Upham Hotel

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Great staff and stay. "
The price is ¥29,674
¥33,828 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
The Upham Hotel

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, rooms were always clean. Property was very clean and restaurant was very good, right in the middle of everything from shopping to the beach."
The price is ¥49,897
¥63,409 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Perfect place to stay at Santa Barbara!"
The price is ¥37,692
¥43,042 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (369)
"The Drift Hotel was so amazing! It was the perfect location to walk around State St, and explore around Santa Barbara"
The price is ¥37,614
¥42,954 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Haley Hotel

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (541)
"What a gem, love the amenities and overall vibe of the place. Perfect location, walking distance to State St and the pier. Really enjoyed our stay! "
The price is ¥27,205
¥32,484 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Haley Hotel

Social Stays

1.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (18)
"It's a hostel, but it was very nice, and very clean. "
The price is ¥21,195
¥24,163 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Social Stays

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"All excellent, period!"
The price is ¥82,721
¥102,353 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1671)
"Such a charming property, friendly and helpful staff, blocks from beach and so many dining options. "
The price is ¥34,310
¥39,179 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Inn By The Harbor

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1826)
"Well-situated with friendly and helpful staff. "
The price is ¥36,959
¥43,309 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (862)
"Overall, we enjoyed our stay!"
The price is ¥24,838
¥28,415 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1011)
"Nice stay and friendly staff."
The price is ¥29,013
¥33,130 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Very clean modern property will stay there again "
The price is ¥32,404
¥36,356 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (480)
"Great location and hotel "
The price is ¥42,538
¥48,685 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Casa Del Sol

2.5 star property
6.8 out of 10, (596)
"It was a nice, safe and clean place to stay. The bed was comfortable and parking was right outside our door, which was very convenient. A cute place to visit. "
Casa Del Sol

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1052)
"Great room, convenient, comfortable bed"
The price is ¥35,178
¥40,103 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (74)
"Fun and close to beach "
The price is ¥41,162
¥52,894 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Very nice property will stay again "
The price is ¥24,897
¥28,431 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Mason Beach Inn

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (965)
"Such a lovely little hotel close to the beach and beautiful. "
The price is ¥44,552
¥51,672 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Mason Beach Inn

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1002)
"Great stay Very pet friendly Definitely recommend"
The price is ¥26,999
¥30,239 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
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Where to stay in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

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

8 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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 Santa Barbara County Courthouse might round out your trip.

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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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West Beach

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is Historic Downtown Santa Barbara like?

Travelers love the Historic Downtown Santa Barbara neighborhood for its beautiful beaches, array of dining options, and major shopping area. Are you looking for Historic Downtown Santa Barbara travel tips? Be sure to check out Lobero Theater and Granada Theatre while you're in the neighborhood.

What's the best accommodation in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Hotel Santa Barbara is the highest ranked property in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. This hotel offers a 24-hour fitness center and free WiFi. Other favorite options in the area include Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton and Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG.

How many hotels will I be able to find in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?

Expedia has 34 hotels and other accommodations in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Santa Barbara area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?

For more details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, head over to our customer service page.

What is there to do in this Santa Barbara neighborhood?

Sights like Lobero Theater, Granada Theatre, and Arlington Theater can be part of your cultural tour of Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. Paseo Nuevo Mall and La Arcada are also a couple of places to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Historic Downtown Santa Barbara include Hill-Carrillo Adobe, Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum, and Casa de la Guerra. While you're out sightseeing, De la Guerra Plaza and El Capitan Lake are a couple of additional sights to visit in Santa Barbara.