What's it like in Upper East?

Travelers to the Upper East neighborhood in Santa Barbara will be sure to enjoy their stay. Be sure to check out Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum as part of your Upper East travel plans.

What's a favorite hotel to stay in Upper East?

Based on our traveler data, Orange Tree Inn is one of the top choices for your stay in Upper East. This hotel offers an outdoor pool and private balconies. Another good option for your stay in the neighborhood is Simpson House Inn .

How many hotels can I expect to find in Upper East?

Expedia has 33 hotels and other accommodations in Upper East 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 Upper East, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable provided that 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 non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer in Upper East.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Upper East?

To access more information about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Upper East, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/ .

What is there to do in this Santa Barbara neighborhood?

Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Upper East with a visit to Alice Keck Memorial Garden and Alameda Park. You could also plan a visit to Mission Santa Barbara or Santa Barbara Natural History Museum while you're in the neighborhood. Santa Barbara Symphony Orchestra, Arts and Culture Center, and Arlington Theater are just a few of the places to visit in and around Upper East. While you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara, be sure to visit other sights like Santa Barbara Public Market or Granada Theatre.

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A modern hotel with a sign reading "Orange Tree Inn" and a number "1920" on the facade.

1. Orange Tree Inn

Upper East

Lucia

￥21,608 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A stone pathway leading to a large tree surrounded by lush greenery.

2. Simpson House Inn

Upper East

Victor

￥68,815 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A restaurant with wooden floors, wicker chairs, and hanging plants.

3. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Oak Park, 0.9 km from Upper East

Patty

￥30,765 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A bright kitchen with large windows, wicker furniture, and a wooden countertop.

4. The Upham Hotel

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, 1.2 km from Upper East

Olivia

￥39,275 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a window.

5. The Presidio

0.7 km from Upper East

Sarah

￥27,042 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."

6. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 3.3 km from Upper East

Joanna

￥45,190 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

7. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 2.3 km from Upper East

Marilyn

￥44,863 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A multi-story hotel with a courtyard surrounded by palm trees and greenery, featuring a well-lit entrance and multiple balconies.

8. Lemon Tree Inn

1.3 km from Upper East

Ian

￥22,253 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A modern hotel with a pool, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

9. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

Oak Park, 0.8 km from Upper East

Erica

￥48,842 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

An outdoor patio area with stone walls, a fire pit, and seating arrangements.

10. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

4.4 km from Upper East

michelle

￥36,484 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A two-story house with a porch, a garage, and a white picket fence.

11. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Oak Park, 0.8 km from Upper East

Noel

￥52,722 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".

12. La Playa Inn

West Beach, 3.1 km from Upper East

Greer

￥44,582 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand.

13. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

West Beach, 3.1 km from Upper East

Julia

￥27,553 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A spacious living room with a round wooden coffee table, two blue armchairs, and a patterned armchair.

14. Sandpiper Lodge

2.5 km from Upper East

Vania

￥23,762 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and a pool.

15. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Downtown Santa Barbara, 1.7 km from Upper East

Paul

￥80,576 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A hotel room with two beds, a glass table, and a framed picture on the wall.

16. Casa Jardin

Laguna, 1.6 km from Upper East

Yessica

￥37,491 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A patio area with outdoor seating, including tables and chairs, and a blue umbrella.

17. Bath Street Inn

Oak Park, 0.9 km from Upper East

Stephen

￥36,771 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A large, two-story building with a tiled roof, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

18. Inn By The Harbor

West Beach, 3 km from Upper East

Kalle

￥44,113 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A building entrance with a tiled floor, an arched doorway, and large potted plants.

19. Casa Iglesia

Oak Park, 0.6 km from Upper East

Rich

￥39,021 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A bright kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a view through glass doors to an outdoor patio.

20. Lavender Inn by the Sea

West Beach, 3 km from Upper East

Suzanne

￥42,181 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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Where to stay in Upper East

Find the best Upper East 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 MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

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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.

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A coastal town with a prominent white building with a red roof, palm trees, and mountains in the background.

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 Arlington Theater or Lobero Theater might round out your trip.

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A marina with multiple boats docked, calm water, and a clear sky.

West Beach

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

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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.

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Top Upper East Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay"

Orange Tree Inn

8/10 Good

"There is a pool. We sat outside at a high top table overlooking it. Absolutely filthy. Tried cleaning the table top off and got really dirty. Room was clean. The shower was the best, and very. Pretty. Not walkable to anything except the neighborhood, which was nice. Close drive though. There is a water filter system which was broken. They got fixed in 2 days I think. Also the first room we wanted didn’t have a fridge. Hardly any have a fridge! We did get another room that had one but not as nice a location as first one. Staff was quite nice."

The Franciscan Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely hotel 2 mins from the beach. More ‘motel’ in style but very clean, friendly helpful staff, and good facilities. Loved the inclusive bike hire; ice machine; fridge and coffee in room. Pool was small but well maintained and clean. Breakfast was fine (we ate used to European breakfast buffets) but there were eggs, bacon, cereals, pastries and muffins, as well as a fruit bowl. For the price, you can’t go wrong."

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Our top choices for Upper East hotels

1. Orange Tree Inn

2. Simpson House Inn

3. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

4. The Upham Hotel

5. The Presidio

6. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

7. Hotel Santa Barbara

8. Lemon Tree Inn

9. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

10. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

11. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

12. La Playa Inn

13. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

14. Sandpiper Lodge

15. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

16. Casa Jardin

17. Bath Street Inn

18. Inn By The Harbor

19. Casa Iglesia

20. Lavender Inn by the Sea

Where to stay in Upper East

Santa Barbara Beach

Montecito

Downtown Santa Barbara

West Beach

East Beach

Top Upper East Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

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