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Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,237 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel and convenient/walkable locations. "
United States
Kimberley
The price is NT$7,445
NT$8,656 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Hotel Santa Barbara

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, (417 reviews)
"Great location - cute rooms- great attentive service "
United States
Grace
The price is NT$6,548
NT$7,478 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (610 reviews)
"Hands down we’d stay there again. Great location and boutique hotel. "
United States
Ramona
The price is NT$4,426
NT$5,364 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Haley Hotel

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"This pet friendly hotel was beautifully "
United States
Martin
The price is NT$12,677
NT$16,081 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"Great hospitality, perfect location."
United States
Esther
The price is NT$6,262
NT$7,139 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 2 - Apr 3
The Upham Hotel

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, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
June
The price is NT$8,061
NT$9,205 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

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, (1,016 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Mike
The price is NT$5,322
NT$5,978 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 25 - Mar 26
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

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, (229 reviews)
"Great room and staff"
United States
JEFFREY
The price is NT$7,790
NT$10,323 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 18 - Mar 19
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

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, (1,276 reviews)
"we absolutely loved our stay "
United States
Jodi
The price is NT$4,021
NT$4,592 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 25 - Mar 26
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill
3.0 star property
9.9 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (345 reviews)
"Room was spotless and view of the ocean from the room was beautiful. "
United States
Joseph
The price is NT$7,938
NT$9,208 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 25 - Mar 26
Inn on Summer Hill

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, (1,423 reviews)
"Great location, very well maintained property and welcoming staff "
United States
William
The price is NT$4,564
NT$5,258 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 18 - Mar 19
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Rancho Oso RV & Camping Resort

Rancho Oso RV & Camping Resort
2.0 star property
14.4 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (70 reviews)
"The cabin we had was wonderful. Kitchen was stocked so well. It was clean and pleasant. However, if you advertise a restaurant and you are 17 MILES away from everything, that advertised restaurant better be open. We were panicked when the restaurant had not been open for over 1.5 years!!! The thought of going back 17 miles on a country road after driving over 5 hours was a deal breaker. Although staff was super and helped us find some food in the little convenience store (which closed at...
United States
Denise
The price is NT$6,478
NT$7,384 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 2 - Apr 3
Rancho Oso RV & Camping Resort

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
East Beach, 2.9 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"The owner was very friendly and welcoming. Providing a light breakfast was a nice touch. The room was lovely- stylish decor and very clean. "
United Kingdom
Julie
The Inn at East Beach

Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
4.0 star property
5.6 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Last minute booking, it was a nice charming inn. Would definitely stay here again. Only downfall our tv in our room wasn't working."
United States
Sonia
The price is NT$4,918
NT$6,941 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Montecito Inn

Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
17.9 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
7.0 out of 10, Good, (644 reviews)
"Nice place "
United States
Everardo
Casa Del Sol

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, (1,027 reviews)
"Nice room and ambiance with good hospitality "
United States
Ankush
The price is NT$5,590
NT$6,495 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

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, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice stay, good location"
United States
Richard
The price is NT$5,401
NT$6,222 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
5.2 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful room.staff was lovely."
United States
Jeanine
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
2.0 star property
17.7 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,262 reviews)
"Nice location , clean and friendly staff.."
United States
MARIDIE
The price is NT$2,691
NT$3,100 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 25 - Mar 26
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great bed, clean room, loved that they had two sinks in the bathroom. "
United States
Marvin
The price is NT$9,494
NT$10,845 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 25 - Mar 26
Santa Barbara Inn
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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
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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.

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.

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.

West Beach

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

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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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 Paseo Nuevo Mall while you're in the neighborhood.
What's the best accommodation in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, The Upham Hotel is the highest ranked property in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. This hotel is a short 11-minute walk from Santa Barbara County Courthouse, and it offers a restaurant and free parking. Other favorite options in the area include Hotel Santa Barbara and Haley Hotel.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?
Expedia has 33 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, Santa Barbara Museum of Art, and Arlington Theater 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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