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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Santa Barbara	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,418 reviews	View
The Upham Hotel	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,010 reviews	View
Haley Hotel	3.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 659 reviews	View
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG	4.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	4.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View

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 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.

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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

Inn By The Harbor

10/10 Excellent

"The beds were super comfortable. Our room wasn’t as updated as some but we still found it perfectly nice, clean, and comfortable. The kitchen had everything we needed too. We also loved the pool and hot tub, and the breakfast and happy hour were great perks as well. Staff was friendly and helpful. It was about a 15-20 minute walk to the pier and aquarium area, which was doable and fine for us. They advertise bikes at a sister hotel but none were the size for my 5 year old, which they told us when we checked in. We loved walking tho - such a beautiful city and fantastic weather. No complaints - def recommend!"

Beachside Inn

8/10 Good

"I have stayed at this hotel several times and don’t remember being placed where it was so noisy! First, my room was by the pool and we requested to be moved! Then we were placed overlooking the park (the busy intersection) of cars and trucks speeding by throughout the night! Next time I will contact the hotel directly and be more strategic about where my room placement will be!!"

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 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 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?

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What is there to do in this Santa Barbara neighborhood?

Sights like Lobero Theater, Granada Theatre, 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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Hotel Santa Barbara

The Upham Hotel

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Haley Hotel

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Inn on Summer Hill

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

Casa Del Sol

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Montecito Inn

Santa Barbara Inn

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Where to stay in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Beach

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West Beach

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Top Historic Downtown Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

Inn By The Harbor

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