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 Granada Theatre 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 Granada Theatre, Arlington Theater, and Lobero 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.

Top Historic Downtown Santa Barbara Hotels

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1. Hotel Santa Barbara

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Dominique

NT$11,191 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 29 - Jul 30

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, sun loungers

2. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Paul

NT$14,538 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

3. The Upham Hotel

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Michael

NT$8,475 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

4. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Matthew

NT$10,685 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

5. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Cayley

NT$11,434 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

6. Haley Hotel

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Rey Jacob

NT$7,459 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

7. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 1.5 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Lorena

NT$11,185 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

8. La Playa Inn

West Beach, 1.4 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

darryl a

NT$10,008 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

9. Inn By The Harbor

West Beach, 1.2 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

elaine

NT$11,370 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 12 - Aug 13

10. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 1.2 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

David

NT$10,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | Interior

11. Casa Riviera

Laguna, 0.6 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

John Christopher

NT$10,652 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

12. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

West Beach, 1.3 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Martin

NT$7,530 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 29 - Jul 30

Apartment (1 Bedroom) | Front of property

13. Casa Jardin

Laguna, 0.6 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Yessica

NT$8,877 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 27 - Jul 28

Superior Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (The Grand Studio Double) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

14. Palihouse Santa Barbara

0.5 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Mary

NT$15,528 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

15. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Oak Park, 2.1 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Gloria

NT$6,882 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

16. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

Oak Park, 1.1 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

chen Min

NT$9,928 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

17. Lavender Inn by the Sea

West Beach, 1.2 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Brian

NT$10,152 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 28 - Jul 29

18. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

5.8 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Omar

NT$7,739 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

19. Beachside Inn

West Beach, 1.5 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Melanie

NT$8,984 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

20. Mason Beach Inn

West Beach, 1.4 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Dayne

NT$12,155 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 13 - Aug 14

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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 Santa Barbara Harbor.

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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 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 Presidio Santa Barbara or Granada Theatre might round out your trip.

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

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 Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.

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Top Historic Downtown Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

Beachside Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Nice size room and close to beach. Staff were very friendly and happy to help. We asked for a late check out which they let stay until 1 pm. Most likely stay here again."

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The customer service was exceptional. We were married by the courthouse in Santa Barbara and we stayed here right after our ceremony and the staff did everything to make our visit extra comfortable and fun because of it. Our room was clean and the bed was so soft and comfy. I loved their plush pillows. The location of the hotel is perfect,it's just walking distance from downtown activities. We will definitely be back."

Inn By The Harbor

10/10 Excellent

"This was such a wonderful place to stay. I had a great night sleep and a great breakfast. My room was perfect! The bed was so comfortable, and the kitchen was so big and had everything one would need for an extended stay. Everything was great! I wish I had another day there. I will be sure to stay here again on my next trip. It was a 10 out of 10."

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Our top choices for Historic Downtown Santa Barbara hotels

1. Hotel Santa Barbara

2. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

3. The Upham Hotel

4. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

5. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

6. Haley Hotel

7. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

8. La Playa Inn

9. Inn By The Harbor

10. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

11. Casa Riviera

12. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

13. Casa Jardin

14. Palihouse Santa Barbara

15. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

16. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

17. Lavender Inn by the Sea

18. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

19. Beachside Inn

20. Mason Beach Inn

Where to stay in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Beach

Montecito

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Top Historic Downtown Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

Beachside Inn

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