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

A coastal town with red-tiled roofs, palm trees, and mountains in the background.

Change your mind
Book hotels with free cancellation
Treat yourself
Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
Sign in
Be picky
Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Tonight

Tomorrow

This weekend

Next weekend

Our top choices for Historic Downtown Santa Barbara hotels

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

1. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Paul

NT$14,246 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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

2. Hotel Santa Barbara

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Karri

NT$8,382 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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

3. The Upham Hotel

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Rana

NT$7,166 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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

4. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Emeterio

NT$8,473 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

5. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Irina

NT$8,633 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

6. Haley Hotel

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Rodney J

NT$6,528 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

7. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 1.5 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Amanda

NT$8,297 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A restaurant with wooden floors, wicker chairs, and hanging plants.

8. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Oak Park, 2.1 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Aiping

NT$6,436 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

9. Palihouse Santa Barbara

0.5 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Maria

NT$15,266 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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

10. Inn By The Harbor

West Beach, 1.2 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

emiliano

NT$8,275 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

An outdoor patio area with stone walls, a fire pit, and seating arrangements.

11. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

5.8 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Robert

NT$7,579 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

12. La Playa Inn

West Beach, 1.4 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Javier

NT$8,605 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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

13. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 1.2 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

hoan

NT$9,655 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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

14. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 0.6 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Patrice

NT$9,576 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand.

15. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

West Beach, 1.3 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Julia

NT$6,400 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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

16. Mason Beach Inn

West Beach, 1.4 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Rachita

NT$8,315 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern hotel with a pool, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

17. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

Oak Park, 1.1 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Erica

NT$8,781 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, a mirror, and a wardrobe.

18. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 0.6 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Maria

NT$6,689 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

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

19. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

0.7 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Jhoana

NT$9,236 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

20. Lavender Inn by the Sea

West Beach, 1.2 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Terry

NT$7,708 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

View all properties

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.

See properties

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.

See properties

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.

See properties

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.

See properties

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.

See properties

Top Historic Downtown Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

Sandpiper Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Worth the price of the room. It was walking distance from the restaurant we checking out"

Lemon Tree Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Nice little hotel for a great price. Loved that it had its own balcony. Probably only very minor negative was a lamp that was not plugged in because the cord did not reach. (suggest either get an extension cord or remove lamp.) and was hard to see controls for temp on the fridge. Did not use the pool but it looked nice."

The Upham Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"A delightful, comfortable, quiet retreat in downtown Santa Barbara. The restaurant was excellent for dinner. The garden space and lobby are welcoming and comfortable. The staff were friendly and accommodating. The evening wine...and later, milk and cookies! were a fun bonus. The only slight difficulties are the parking... basically you need to arrive by 5 or so to get a spot, then walk to dinner nearby. The continental breakfast is limited to coffee and pastries; some protein and fruit would have been a good addition. Overall, a favorite place to stay in Santa Barbara."

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"Such a great location to the sea front and to Stearns Wharf. The staff were also really friendly and the room was great. I will say though if you have super thick/long hair like I do, the showers will take longer as the water pressure isn’t very strong (just my opinion though.) For men and for women who have short hair, you’ll be absolutely fine! The shower cleanliness and amenities itself were great."

Find hotels in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara

Change your mind

Treat yourself

Be picky

Check prices for these dates

Filter by

Star rating

Guest rating

Our top choices for Historic Downtown Santa Barbara hotels

1. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

2. Hotel Santa Barbara

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. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

9. Palihouse Santa Barbara

10. Inn By The Harbor

11. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

12. La Playa Inn

13. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

14. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

15. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

16. Mason Beach Inn

17. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

18. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

19. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

20. Lavender Inn by the Sea

Where to stay in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Beach

Montecito

Downtown Santa Barbara

West Beach

East Beach

Top Historic Downtown Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

Sandpiper Lodge

Frequently asked questions

Explore a world of travel with Expedia