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Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,245 reviews)
"Beautiful location and hotel "
United States
Samantha
The price is ¥37,058
¥43,092 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Hotel Santa Barbara

The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"Wonderful stay over the holidays."
United States
Julie
The price is ¥31,173
¥35,537 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 2 - Apr 3
The Upham Hotel

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"This pet friendly hotel was beautifully "
United States
Martin
The price is ¥59,152
¥75,534 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 18 - Mar 19
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
June
The price is ¥40,124
¥45,821 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (610 reviews)
"Great central location, staff were all very friendly, felt safe! "
United States
Margarita
The price is ¥20,272
¥24,690 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Haley Hotel

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (417 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Wesley
The price is ¥32,597
¥37,224 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Casa Yano by The Beach

Casa Yano by The Beach
4.0 star property
West Beach, 1.2 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay! Everything was spotless, the bed was very comfortable and location was excellent! Would definitely"
United States
Emilie
The price is ¥32,989
¥53,834 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Casa Yano by The Beach

Casa Castillo

Casa Castillo
4.0 star property
0.6 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"We had a wonderful stay and felt very comfortable as a family. The place was clean, well-maintained, and exactly as described. The host was responsive and thoughtful, which made everything easy. "
United States
Zheng
The price is ¥29,118
¥44,914 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 19 - Mar 20
Casa Castillo

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
2.5 star property
11.1 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Had a wonderful stay! This location was perfect for sightseeing, and the hotel staff made us feel at home. Everything was exceptional! "
United States
Alexandra
The price is ¥25,179
¥28,753 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 24 - Mar 25
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.3 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,153 reviews)
"Clean rooms, great location"
United States
Oscar
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
11.2 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place!!!!"
United States
Adriana
The price is ¥28,402
¥32,492 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 18 - Mar 19
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1.2 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,846 reviews)
"It was a beautiful place to stay"
United States
Joseph
The price is ¥32,938
¥37,613 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Inn By The Harbor

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
3.0 star property
15.4 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Always a comfortable stay!"
United States
Lücio
The price is ¥32,130
¥36,692 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
2.0 star property
4.1 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,262 reviews)
"My family loves this hotel"
United States
Katia
The price is ¥15,515
¥17,687 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Sandpiper Lodge

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.5 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,134 reviews)
"Perfect stay!!! "
United States
Nicholas
The price is ¥29,892
¥34,077 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 19 - Mar 20
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
2.5 star property
11.2 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay.."
United States
Marino
The price is ¥27,382
¥31,268 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn
3.5 star property
2.9 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,244 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Chris
The price is ¥17,224
¥19,669 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 17 - Mar 18
Lemon Tree Inn

Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.4 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable, and really pleasant stay. "
United States
Paul
Mason Beach Inn

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1.2 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,338 reviews)
"Nice staff, great breakfast and lovely room. "
United States
Toni
The price is ¥40,569
¥46,328 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
3.0 star property
15.4 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (879 reviews)
"Nice room and staff, plenty of parking."
United States
Christine
The price is ¥36,219
¥41,368 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 18 - Mar 19
Courtyard 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
Learn more about Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

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.

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.

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.

West Beach

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

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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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 Paseo Nuevo Mall while you're in the neighborhood.
What's the best accommodation in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, The Upham Hotel is the highest ranked property in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. This hotel is a short 11-minute walk from Santa Barbara County Courthouse, and it offers a restaurant and free parking. Other favorite options in the area include Hotel Santa Barbara and Haley Hotel.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?
Expedia has 33 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, Santa Barbara Museum of Art, 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 Presidio Santa Barbara are a couple of additional sights to visit in Santa Barbara.

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