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.

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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Our top choices for Upper East hotels

A house with a stone patio, two chairs, a potted plant, and a window with shutters.

1. Simpson House Inn

Upper East

Victor

￥69,652 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 30 - Dec 1

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a small table, a stone planter, and a pool with a tiled edge.

2. Orange Tree Inn

Upper East

Annabeth

￥18,126 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

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

3. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 2.3 km from Upper East

Loren

￥49,201 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A hotel with a stone facade, multiple balconies, and a mountain backdrop.

4. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Oak Park, 0.9 km from Upper East

DAVID

￥30,658 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A house entrance with a covered porch, a door, and a small seating area inside.

5. The Upham Hotel

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, 1.2 km from Upper East

Luan

￥49,044 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

6. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Downtown Santa Barbara, 1.7 km from Upper East

Gavin

￥67,645 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 1 - Dec 2

A balcony with potted plants, a hanging lantern, and a view of mountains.

7. Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel

Oak Park, 0.6 km from Upper East

Jillian

￥30,271 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 30 - Dec 1

A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

8. Palihouse Santa Barbara

1.7 km from Upper East

Nicole

￥59,296 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 30 - Dec 1

A two-story house with a stone foundation, multiple windows, and a balcony.

9. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 1.9 km from Upper East

Melissa

￥37,412 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 30 - Dec 1

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and white buildings with arches.

10. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Lower State, 2.5 km from Upper East

John

￥40,544 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 13 - Dec 14

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

11. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

Oak Park, 0.8 km from Upper East

Erica

￥42,178 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 13 - Dec 14

A lush garden with palm trees and ferns, a paved path, and a building in the background.

12. Lemon Tree Inn

1.3 km from Upper East

David

￥21,749 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A house with a covered porch, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a lawn.

13. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Oak Park, 0.8 km from Upper East

Cheryl

￥49,662 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A white wall with the text "CASA JARDIN" in metal letters.

14. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 1.6 km from Upper East

Isaac

￥29,100 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 30 - Dec 1

A resort with a beach view, palm trees, and a sign for 'Brisas del Mar'.

15. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 3 km from Upper East

David

￥44,547 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

A building with white columns, a balcony with a railing, and two wall-mounted lanterns.

16. La Playa Inn

West Beach, 3.1 km from Upper East

Ben

￥33,083 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A balcony with a fire pit, seating area, and a view of the cityscape.

17. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Lower State, 2.4 km from Upper East

Emeterio

￥43,881 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 1 - Dec 2

A dining table set for two with a view of the ocean and hills.

18. El Encanto Santa Barbara

1 km from Upper East

Christina

￥116,312 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 2 - Dec 3

A cozy bedroom with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, and a fireplace.

19. Bath Street Inn

Oak Park, 0.9 km from Upper East

Joanne

￥34,426 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A variety of cacti in a planter on a balcony with a view of a pool and lounge chairs.

20. The Presidio

0.7 km from Upper East

Linda

￥21,473 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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Compare top hotels in Upper East

Simpson House Inn 5.0 star property Upper East View	Orange Tree Inn 2.5 star property Upper East View	Hotel Santa Barbara 4.0 star property Lower State, 2.3 km from Upper East View	Best Western Plus Santa Barbara 3.5 star property Oak Park, 0.9 km from Upper East View	The Upham Hotel 4.0 star property Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, 1.2 km from Upper East View
9.8 Exceptional 734 reviews	7.8 Good 948 reviews	9.4 Exceptional 1,584 reviews	8.8 Excellent 1,010 reviews	9.2 Wonderful 1,006 reviews
The price is ￥51,592 ￥69,652 total includes taxes & fees Nov 30 - Dec 1	The price is ￥15,872 ￥18,126 total includes taxes & fees Nov 18 - Nov 19	The price is ￥42,313 ￥49,201 total includes taxes & fees Nov 29 - Nov 30	The price is ￥26,847 ￥30,658 total includes taxes & fees Nov 29 - Nov 30	The price is ￥43,021 ￥49,044 total includes taxes & fees Nov 29 - Nov 30
Yes, Breakfast included No Pool Yes, Spa No Pet friendly Yes, WiFi included Yes, Parking	No Breakfast included Yes, Pool No Spa No Pet friendly No WiFi included Yes, Parking	No Breakfast included No Pool No Spa Yes, Pet friendly Yes, WiFi included Yes, Parking	No Breakfast included Yes, Pool No Spa No Pet friendly No WiFi included Yes, Parking	No Breakfast included No Pool No Spa No Pet friendly Yes, WiFi included Yes, Parking

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