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Our top choices for Upper East hotels

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Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn
5.0 star property
Upper East
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (691)
"Great place to stay for a quiet romantic stay. The staff was very attentive and helpful. The breakfast was delicious. Would stay again."
United States
Brian
Simpson House Inn
Front of property - evening/night
Orange Tree Inn

Orange Tree Inn

Orange Tree Inn
2.5 star property
Upper East
7.6 out of 10, Good, (734)
"Nice room, quiet, convenient location "
United States
Derek
The price is NT$2,557
NT$2,919 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - 2026/1/5
Orange Tree Inn
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
1.7 km from Upper East
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (374)
"Beautiful hotel, with a subdued vibe, exceptionally friendly staff. Walking distance from anything you might want to do in Santa Barbara."
United States
Jeffrey
The price is NT$14,992
NT$17,120 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - 2026/1/5
Palihouse Santa Barbara
Lobby lounge
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach, 2.9 km from Upper East
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (359)
"Friendly staff and clean place."
United States
Nikhil
The price is NT$4,119
NT$4,695 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Exterior
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Lower State, 2.5 km from Upper East
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Can't beat the location! One block from the promenade street with plenty of restaurants, cafes, and shops. Not too far from the pier as well!"
United States
Leonardo
The price is NT$6,030
NT$6,886 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - 2026/1/5
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar
Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach
5.0 star property
Montecito, 7.8 km from Upper East
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (293)
"One of the best properties I’ve stayed at. Beautiful and clean . Service is excellent. "
United States
Karina
The price is NT$39,626
NT$48,794 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - 2026/1/5
Rosewood Miramar Beach
Outdoor pool
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
26.4 km from Upper East
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Everything was amazing. The views were breathtaking- the staff was all lovely and accommodating. "
United States
Samantha
The price is NT$4,737
NT$5,320 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Room, Private Bathroom (Susan Loft) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
Bath Street Inn

Bath Street Inn

Bath Street Inn
3.5 star property
Oak Park, 0.9 km from Upper East
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (320)
"Super clean, wonderful staff, beautiful quiet elegant place. Great amenities.."
United States
Donna
The price is NT$5,018
NT$5,835 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Bath Street Inn
Restaurant
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
3.0 star property
Oak Park, 0.8 km from Upper East
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (675)
"Wonderful property , charming hosts and great breakfasts!"
United States
Jeff
The price is NT$6,590
NT$7,526 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
Exterior
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara, 1.7 km from Upper East
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Friendly staff, clean room and pet-friendly"
United States
Lisa
The price is NT$8,964
NT$11,650 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - 2026/1/5
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Exterior detail
The Milo

The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
West Beach, 3.3 km from Upper East
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1497)
"Fabulous location,great staff "
United States
Guadalupe
The price is NT$6,186
NT$7,064 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - 2026/1/5
The Milo
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
The Funk Zone, 3.1 km from Upper East
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (929)
"Room, staff, pool, restaurant, location were all fantastic!!"
United States
Marian
Hotel Californian
Reception
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
East Beach, 4.1 km from Upper East
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (967)
"Great hotel, super clean and modern. Awesome little kitchen and a fantastic bathroom."
United States
James
The price is NT$3,409
NT$3,886 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - 2026/1/21
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Lobby
Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill
3.0 star property
11 km from Upper East
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (336)
"Fantastic place to stay! Great staff, great location, beautiful memories!"
United States
Christopher
The price is NT$7,891
NT$8,995 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - 2026/1/12
Inn on Summer Hill
Front of property
Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 3.2 km from Upper East
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1006)
"Room was clean, place was centrally located near to beach and downtown, staff was courteous "
United States
Anirban
The price is NT$7,859
NT$9,149 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Mason Beach Inn
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 3.1 km from Upper East
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2005)
"Definetly would stay here again!"
United States
David
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Front of property
The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 3.1 km from Upper East
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1013)
"Great hotel"
United States
LEI
The Franciscan Hotel
Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
Lower State, 2.4 km from Upper East
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (400)
"Great location and service "
United States
juan
The price is NT$6,267
NT$7,156 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - 2026/1/8
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Tasting room
Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Lower State, 2.4 km from Upper East
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (587)
"Room was comfortable with nice touches such as a fireplace, swinging chair and small nautical pieces "
United States
Wendy
The price is NT$4,056
NT$4,940 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - 2026/1/12
Haley Hotel
Exterior
Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 3.2 km from Upper East
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1008)
"Helpful staff and a charming room with a kitchen. "
United States
Steven
The price is NT$4,265
NT$4,862 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - 2026/1/20
Marina Beach Motel
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Where to stay in Upper East

Find the best Upper East areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

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.

Santa Barbara showing a coastal town
Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair
Open Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair

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 Paseo Nuevo Mall might round out your trip.

West Beach

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

The Mesa

While visiting The Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.

Top Upper East Hotel Reviews

The Milo

The Milo

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was great and the room was clean. Great spot for an annaversy "
Saul 1-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
The Milo

Frequently asked questions

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 Expedia customer reviews, Simpson House Inn is the highest ranked property in Upper East. This B&B offers free breakfast and free parking. Another favorite option in the neighborhood is Orange Tree Inn.
How many hotels can I expect to find in Upper East?
Expedia has 32 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, Arlington Theater, and Santa Barbara Public Market 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 Granada Theatre or Santa Barbara Museum of Art.

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