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 Arlington Theater while you're in the neighborhood.

What's the best accommodation in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?

Based on our traveler data, Hotel Santa Barbara is one of the top choices for your stay in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. This hotel is a short 13-minute walk from Santa Barbara County Courthouse, and it offers a 24-hour fitness center and free WiFi. Other good options for your stay in the neighborhood include The Upham Hotel and Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG .

How many hotels will I be able to find in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?

Expedia has 24 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, Arlington Theater, and Santa Barbara Museum of Art can be part of your cultural tour of Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. Hill-Carrillo Adobe and Paseo Nuevo Mall 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 Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum, La Arcada, 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.

Top Historic Downtown Santa Barbara Hotels

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

1. Hotel Santa Barbara

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Karri

NT$8,417 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and large windows.

2. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Emeterio

NT$8,851 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

3. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Gavin

NT$14,375 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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

4. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Irina

NT$7,737 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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

5. The Upham Hotel

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Rana

NT$8,009 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

An outdoor patio with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by lush tropical plants.

6. Haley Hotel

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Rodney J

NT$6,193 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

7. Palihouse Santa Barbara

0.5 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Maria

NT$14,623 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

8. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 1.2 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

hoan

NT$10,003 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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

9. Lavender Inn by the Sea

West Beach, 1.2 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Noah

NT$9,187 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through a glass door to the outdoors.

10. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 0.6 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Patrice

NT$8,635 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A traditional building with a white facade, arched windows, and a balcony with a railing.

11. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

0.7 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Jhoana

NT$8,353 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

12. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 0.6 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Maria

NT$6,941 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a refrigerator.

13. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

17.7 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Jose

NT$3,232 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

14. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

Oak Park, 1.1 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Erica

NT$8,503 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel with a central courtyard, multiple balconies, and a red roof.

15. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

15.7 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Monique

NT$2,902 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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

16. Inn By The Harbor

West Beach, 1.2 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

emiliano

NT$10,131 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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

17. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 1.5 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Amanda

NT$8,305 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

18. La Playa Inn

West Beach, 1.4 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Arlen

NT$7,996 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A white building with a sign reading "Mason Beach Inn" and a balcony with a railing.

19. Mason Beach Inn

West Beach, 1.4 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Rachita

NT$8,116 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a framed picture, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor seating area with chairs and a table.

20. The De La Vina Inn

0.7 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

April

NT$8,802 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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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

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.

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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 church, 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 Lobero Theater or Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.

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A marina filled with sailboats at sunset.

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 Historic Downtown Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

8/10 Good

"If you are looking for a place for rest then this is a good place. Decent for a minimalist. Clean and quaint. Not much amenities. We slept well. A.C worked great! No noise to complain of. Ample parking. If I were to stay again I’d bring my own bedding and towels for better comfort. How can anyone complain about anything being so close to the beach! I’d stay again for the price."