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1. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,449 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel!"
United States
Kennedy
The price is NT$9,603
NT$11,167 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Hotel Santa Barbara
Lobby

2. The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Highly recommend for anyone to stay here. It’s beautiful and located in a perfect location."
United States
Sean
The price is NT$7,296
NT$8,318 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
The Upham Hotel
Exterior

3. Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (676 reviews)
"awesome stay"
United States
Rey Jacob
The price is NT$5,896
NT$7,045 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Haley Hotel
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, sun loungers

4. 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)
"Fantastic hotel in great location. Beautiful roof top pool and walking access to downtown. Really nice hotel."
United States
Paul
The price is NT$11,275
NT$14,506 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Shopping mall

5. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Loved this hotel. Great location"
United States
Cayley
The price is NT$9,976
NT$11,392 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
View from room

6. 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, (470 reviews)
"Great hotel in the heart of Santa Barbara!"
United States
Matthew
The price is NT$8,112
NT$9,264 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Exterior

7. Casa Iglesia

Casa Iglesia
4.5 star property
Oak Park, 1.5 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
"Great location and comfortable rooms."
United States
Rich
The price is NT$5,088
NT$8,194 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Casa Iglesia
Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | Interior

8. Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.5 star property
Laguna, 0.6 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (266 reviews)
"Amazing Stay"
United States
Monica
The price is NT$6,594
NT$9,911 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Casa Riviera
Comfort Apartment, 1 King Bed | Exterior

9. Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina
4.0 star property
0.7 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (197 reviews)
"Great location. Very comfortable room; nice amenities. Within walking distance to many great places. Would definitely stay here again."
United States
Jane Hodges
The price is NT$7,103
NT$10,504 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Casa De La Vina
Exterior

10. Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn
5.0 star property
Upper East, 1.1 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (730 reviews)
"One of the best places we have stayed in."
United States
Victor
The price is NT$11,828
NT$15,689 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Simpson House Inn
Aerial view

11. Bath Street Inn

Bath Street Inn
3.5 star property
Oak Park, 1.3 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (366 reviews)
"Close to restaurants and entertainment. Very charming neighborhood."
United States
Nicolette
The price is NT$7,398
NT$8,602 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Bath Street Inn
Apartment (1 Bedroom) | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

12. Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin
3.0 star property
Laguna, 0.6 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (290 reviews)
"Had a great stay, ideal stay and close to Santa Barbara bowl."
United States
Yessica
The price is NT$5,394
NT$8,555 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Casa Jardin
Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view

13. 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, (1,004 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay. Conveniently located to the beach"
United States
Mario
The price is NT$10,903
NT$12,455 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Santa Barbara Inn
Front of property

14. Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.4 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Always a pleasure to stay at the Harbor House!"
United States
Jackson
The price is NT$8,577
NT$9,778 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Harbor House Inn
Superior Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (The Grand Studio Double) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

15. Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
0.5 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (429 reviews)
"Wonderful stay - the hotel is unique and centrally located, just a quick walk to the main drag. Room was spacious and very well appointed."
United States
Mary
The price is NT$12,761
NT$14,572 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Palihouse Santa Barbara
Exterior

16. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.4 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,157 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Amy
The price is NT$7,776
NT$8,864 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Marina Beach Hotel
Restaurant

17. Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
The Funk Zone, 1.4 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (985 reviews)
"Great location, no complaints at all. Views were amazing and everyone was very happy, polite, and generally just in good moods!"
United States
Caroline
The price is NT$12,244
NT$16,380 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Hotel Californian
Exterior

18. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1.2 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,411 reviews)
"Brisas was a great location and the staff was wonderful and helpful. Would definitely stay there again."
United States
Ignacio
The price is NT$8,559
NT$9,773 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Luxury House | Living room | 50-inch Smart TV with digital channels

19. The Craft House Inn

The Craft House Inn
4.0 star property
0.8 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (30 reviews)
"Great, clean, comfortable and beautifully decorated.. ideal location "
United States
Sonya
The price is NT$8,054
NT$9,197 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
The Craft House Inn
Exterior

20. El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
2 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (589 reviews)
"Wonderful stay"
United States
Dylan
The price is NT$19,909
NT$25,086 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
El Encanto Santa Barbara
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Compare popular hotels in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Reception
Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,449 reviews
View
Lobby
The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View
Exterior
Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
676 reviews
View
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, sun loungers
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,000 reviews
View
View from room
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
8.4
Very Good
470 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
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.

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 Presidio Santa Barbara or Arlington Theater 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 Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.

Top Historic Downtown Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Add something more on breakfast"
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Sandpiper Lodge

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 Arlington Theater and Lobero 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 Arlington Theater, Lobero 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 Stearns Wharf, Hill-Carrillo Adobe, and Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum. While you're out sightseeing, Casa de la Guerra and De la Guerra Plaza are a couple of additional sights to visit in Santa Barbara.

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