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Our top choices for Presidio Neighborhood hotels

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1. Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Presidio Neighborhood
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (441 reviews)
"Location. The Hotel is so beautiful, chic and close to everything. Very friendly staff."
United States
Maria
The price is ￥62,948
￥71,883 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Palihouse Santa Barbara
A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

2. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Lower State, 0.6 km from Presidio Neighborhood
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,524 reviews)
"Loved this hotel, staff, location everything was wonderful"
United States
Karri
The price is ￥35,756
￥41,577 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
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
Lower State, 0.6 km from Presidio Neighborhood
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (497 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Emeterio
The price is ￥36,692
￥41,901 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
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
Lower State, 0.7 km from Presidio Neighborhood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice and clean hotel."
United States
Irina
The price is ￥37,087
￥42,352 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."

5. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.5 km from Presidio Neighborhood
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,122 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay!"
United States
Amanda
The price is ￥34,645
￥39,496 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and a pool.

6. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara, 0.4 km from Presidio Neighborhood
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent hotel and staff. Loved Santa Barbara. We will be back !"
United States
Gavin
The price is ￥54,922
￥70,664 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

7. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1.3 km from Presidio Neighborhood
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,461 reviews)
"Good for vacation staying near the beach"
United States
hoan
The price is ￥42,718
￥48,781 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
A resort with a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees, a beach view, and a well-maintained lawn.

8. Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1.4 km from Presidio Neighborhood
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"The hotel is in a great location, was clean and all facilities were nice."
United States
Jodi
The price is ￥47,998
￥54,718 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Harbor View Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand.

9. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.4 km from Presidio Neighborhood
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,423 reviews)
"Great price for location and cute room perfect for a wedding weekend. It was close to everything, and the waffles in the morning were so yummy!"
United States
Joseph
The price is ￥24,092
￥28,691 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
A bright kitchen with large windows, wicker furniture, and a wooden countertop.

10. The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, 1 km from Presidio Neighborhood
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,024 reviews)
"Perfect location"
United States
Rana
The price is ￥34,535
￥39,369 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
The Upham Hotel
A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".

11. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.5 km from Presidio Neighborhood
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Great location right by the beach, walkable there as well as State street which has all the local events (farmers mkt, etc)"
United States
Arlen
The price is ￥37,319
￥42,544 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
La Playa Inn
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through a glass door to the outdoors.

12. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
4.5 star property
Laguna, 0.3 km from Presidio Neighborhood
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (326 reviews)
"Casa Riviera is nice, our stay was quiet and enjoyable. The location is located in a nice area not to far from the beach and many restaurants"
United States
Patrice
The price is ￥30,286
￥46,191 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
A modern hotel with a pool, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

13. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
3.0 star property
Oak Park, 1.2 km from Presidio Neighborhood
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (281 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay"
United States
Erica
The price is ￥38,093
￥43,426 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
A large, two-story building with a tiled roof, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

14. Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1.4 km from Presidio Neighborhood
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,954 reviews)
"Pleasant stay with excellent breakfast."
United States
emiliano
The price is ￥39,418
￥45,014 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Inn By The Harbor
A bright kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a view through glass doors to an outdoor patio.

15. Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1.4 km from Presidio Neighborhood
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,355 reviews)
"Charming little hotel. Great for a quick trip to Santa Barbara at a fair deal."
United States
Noah
The price is ￥39,547
￥45,162 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Lavender Inn by the Sea
An outdoor patio area with stone flooring, wooden chairs, and tables. There are palm trees and a decorative stone wall with a statue.

16. The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.4 km from Presidio Neighborhood
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,303 reviews)
"Great staff, excellent breakfast options, easy parking and comfy rooms."
United States
Bob
The price is ￥25,924
￥29,553 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
The Franciscan Hotel
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by lush tropical plants.

17. Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Lower State, 0.7 km from Presidio Neighborhood
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (699 reviews)
"Great place and walking distance to fun bars"
United States
Rodney J
The price is ￥25,402
￥30,530 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Haley Hotel
A white building with a sign reading "Mason Beach Inn" and a balcony with a railing.

18. Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.5 km from Presidio Neighborhood
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel and location!"
United States
Rachita
The price is ￥34,110
￥39,896 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Mason Beach Inn
A patio with striped sofas and a table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and flowers.

19. The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
West Beach, 1.5 km from Presidio Neighborhood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,635 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Greg
The price is ￥46,327
￥52,902 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
The Milo
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

20. Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House
3.5 star property
The Funk Zone, 1.2 km from Presidio Neighborhood
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,012 reviews)
"The location, amenities, room and staff were all exceptional!!"
United States
Mary
The price is ￥28,153
￥32,149 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Riviera Beach House
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Where to stay in Presidio Neighborhood

Find the best Presidio Neighborhood areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal town with a pier extending into the ocean, a beach, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.

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 West Beach.

A coastal beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

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.

A coastal town with a prominent church, palm trees, and mountains in the background.
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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 Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.

A marina filled with sailboats at sunset.
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West Beach

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

A beach with palm trees, a pier, and the ocean at sunset.

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.

Top Presidio Neighborhood Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

8/10 Good
"Good property for the price, room was clean and bed was comfortable."
Marnie 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Frequently asked questions

What is Presidio Neighborhood like?
You'll be sure to have fun visiting Santa Barbara's Presidio Neighborhood neighborhood. Be sure to check out Presidio Santa Barbara and Lobero Theater as part of your Presidio Neighborhood travel plans.
What's the best accommodation in Presidio Neighborhood?
Based on our traveler data, Palihouse Santa Barbara is one of the top choices for your stay in Presidio Neighborhood. This hotel is a short 8-minute walk from Santa Barbara County Courthouse, and it offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool.
How many hotels will I be able to find in the Presidio Neighborhood area?
When you want to find places to stay in Santa Barbara, start by booking one of Expedia's 5 hotels and other accommodations in Presidio Neighborhood.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Presidio Neighborhood, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available in Presidio Neighborhood.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Presidio Neighborhood?
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What is there to do in this Santa Barbara neighborhood?
Attractions like Presidio Santa Barbara, Lobero Theater, and Santa Barbara Historical Museum highlight Santa Barbara's cultural scene. A visit to Casa de la Guerra is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighborhood. De la Guerra Plaza, Hill-Carrillo Adobe, and Rafael Gonzalez House are just a few of the places to visit in and around Presidio Neighborhood. While you're out sightseeing, Paseo Nuevo Mall and La Arcada are a couple of additional sights to visit in Santa Barbara.