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Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,430 reviews)
"Beautifully newly renovated upscale hotel in prime central location with convenient parking."
United States
Michelle
The price is NT$8,677
NT$10,089 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Hotel Santa Barbara
Lobby

The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Gorgeous gardens and we loved the history of the Upham!"
United States
Terri Rae
The price is NT$6,564
NT$7,483 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
The Upham Hotel
View from room

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, (455 reviews)
"Excellent, very quaint, beautifully decorated, staff is amazing, convenient to shopping restaurants and beach"
United States
Matthew
The price is NT$9,198
NT$10,504 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, sun loungers

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"It’s a great home base in a convenient downtown location"
United States
Lisa Ann
The price is NT$10,902
NT$14,073 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Exterior

Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (664 reviews)
"Walking distance to great night life and beach"
United States
Alma Gabriela
The price is NT$6,217
NT$7,409 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Haley Hotel
Shopping mall

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, (1,000 reviews)
"Loved this hotel. Great location"
United States
Cayley
The price is NT$10,420
NT$11,899 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
2.0 star property
17.7 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,397 reviews)
"Great location, easy parking. Staff was very friendly. Great motel to take the dogs."
United States
Teresa
The price is NT$2,634
NT$3,099 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 22 - Jul 23
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
Outdoor pool

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
25.1 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Perfect location for a mini vacation getaway. Whether you want to lounge by the pool with ocean views, walk to the beach or a nice bike ride"
United States
Gabriela
The price is NT$6,127
NT$6,881 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Exterior

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
8.3 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,243 reviews)
"It was a really nice place and the staff was super helpful. The breakfast was good and the property was clean."
United States
Maria
The price is NT$7,786
NT$9,047 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
2.5 star property
17.9 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Leticia I
The price is NT$7,016
NT$8,082 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Courtyard

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
2.0 star property
15.7 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,242 reviews)
"Dog friendly and nice staff"
United States
Denice
The price is NT$2,546
NT$3,007 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
Property amenity

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 star property
16.3 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,544 reviews)
"Clean and well located hotel. Close to the beach. We really enjoyed our stay"
United States
Paulina
The price is NT$5,986
NT$6,896 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Room amenity

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
East Beach, 2.8 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,409 reviews)
"The staff was helpful and friendly. Great location! Rooms were cute and comfortable."
United States
Jenny
The price is NT$6,315
NT$7,211 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Ground Floor | Terrace/patio

Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
17.9 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
7.0 out of 10, Good, (683 reviews)
"My sister said the coffee was delicious! Nice selection of tea and bagels for me."
United States
Jacqueline
The price is NT$5,406
NT$6,932 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Casa Del Sol
Exterior

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
2.0 star property
4.1 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,009 reviews)
"Had a great nights stay and the receptionist was extremely helpful. Will be staying again when I come for my next fishing excursion"
United States
Phillip
The price is NT$3,994
NT$4,810 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
View from property

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, (1,126 reviews)
"Clean rooms , great breakfast 🍳, nice pool, πŸŠβ€β™€οΈ"
United States
Lorena
The price is NT$8,618
NT$9,825 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
East Beach, 2.7 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"We loved our stay at Santa Barbara Inn, from check in to checkout it was seamless! The staff were amazing, so helpful and friendly. The hotel itself is gorgeous and our ocean view room was so spacious with great views! I highly recommend staying at this hotel!"
United States
John
The price is NT$10,259
NT$11,718 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Santa Barbara Inn
Check-in/check-out kiosk

Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill
3.0 star property
9.9 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (361 reviews)
"Lovely place. Staff was accommodating. "
United States
Dawn
The price is NT$12,783
NT$14,828 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Inn on Summer Hill
Sports facility

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
5.8 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,131 reviews)
"Really nice place to stay!"
United States
Kristine
The price is NT$7,353
NT$8,640 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Terrace/patio

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
East Beach, 2.3 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
7.8 out of 10, Good, (347 reviews)
"Great stay! Use the fire pits at night."
United States
Salina
The price is NT$10,567
NT$13,511 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
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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
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 East Beach.

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.

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

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

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

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.

Top Historic Downtown Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful hotel with comfortable upgraded rooms, bikes to borrow, even a sparkling water dispenser on each floor."
Denise 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Hotel Santa Barbara

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 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 Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?
Expedia has 25 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. 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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