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Our top choices for Upper East hotels

A stone pathway leading to a large tree surrounded by lush greenery.

1. Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn
5.0 star property
Upper East
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (734 reviews)
"One of the best places we have stayed in."
United States
Victor
The price is NT$10,609
NT$14,322 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Simpson House Inn
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a small table, a stone planter, and a pool with a tiled edge.

2. Orange Tree Inn

Orange Tree Inn
2.5 star property
Upper East
7.8 out of 10, Good, (941 reviews)
"One staff member in particular was amazing, he brought us towels to the pool and was generally great."
United States
Leonardo
The price is NT$3,285
NT$3,752 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Orange Tree Inn
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and a pool.

3. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara, 1.7 km from Upper East
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent hotel and staff. Loved Santa Barbara. We will be back !"
United States
Gavin
The price is NT$10,808
NT$14,001 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

4. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Lower State, 2.3 km from Upper East
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,572 reviews)
"We loved it here!"
United States
Morgan
The price is NT$9,690
NT$11,267 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Hotel Santa Barbara
A hotel with a stone facade, multiple balconies, and a mountain backdrop.

5. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
Oak Park, 0.9 km from Upper East
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Great place at amazing place very clean with fantastic area to walk around the staff"
United States
DAVID
The price is NT$5,557
NT$6,346 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
A modern hotel with a pool, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

6. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
3.0 star property
Oak Park, 0.8 km from Upper East
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (290 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay"
United States
Erica
The price is NT$7,658
NT$8,730 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
A bright kitchen with large windows, wicker furniture, and a wooden countertop.

7. The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, 1.2 km from Upper East
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Super cute place!"
United States
Luan
The price is NT$8,846
NT$10,085 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
The Upham Hotel
A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

8. Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
1.7 km from Upper East
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (447 reviews)
"Great, boutique hotel"
United States
Geoffrey
The price is NT$10,677
NT$12,192 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Palihouse Santa Barbara
A building entrance with a sign reading '1915 CASA IGLESIA,' an arched doorway, and large potted plants.

9. Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel
4.5 star property
Oak Park, 0.6 km from Upper East
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (87 reviews)
"We loved our stay at Casa Iglesia! We had our wedding at the Santa Barbara courthouse nearby, it was the perfect distance just a short drive down the street and perfect aesthetic for pictures. Overall, a lovely place would highly recommend."
United States
Jillian
The price is NT$3,942
NT$6,928 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel
A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and white buildings with arches.

10. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Lower State, 2.5 km from Upper East
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location. Great staff at desk and valet. Very nice room. We’ll want to stay there again."
United States
John
The price is NT$7,393
NT$8,443 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A two-story house with a porch, a garage, and a white picket fence.

11. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
3.0 star property
Oak Park, 0.8 km from Upper East
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (711 reviews)
"Marvelous staff!! We felt right at home from the moment we walked through the door. Beautiful accommodations and all food was deliciously prepared. Can’t wait for our next stay."
United States
Cheryl
The price is NT$9,001
NT$10,279 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through a glass door to the outdoors.

12. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
4.5 star property
Laguna, 1.9 km from Upper East
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (364 reviews)
"Great place to stay in Santa Barbara!"
United States
Melissa
The price is NT$4,911
NT$8,033 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and large windows.

13. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
Lower State, 2.4 km from Upper East
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (508 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Emeterio
The price is NT$8,249
NT$9,420 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

14. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
West Beach, 3 km from Upper East
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,463 reviews)
"Very clean , staff was great.loved the room. We would stay there again."
United States
David
The price is NT$7,779
NT$8,883 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
A multi-story hotel with a courtyard surrounded by palm trees and greenery, featuring a well-lit entrance and multiple balconies.

15. Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn
3.5 star property
1.3 km from Upper East
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,503 reviews)
"Good location and easy parking."
United States
David
The price is NT$3,942
NT$4,502 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Lemon Tree Inn
A corridor with a central staircase, outdoor seating, and lanterns.

16. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 3.1 km from Upper East
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Amazing stay and great location!"
United States
Nick
The price is NT$6,007
NT$6,847 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
La Playa Inn
A small building with a tiled roof surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

17. El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
1 km from Upper East
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (618 reviews)
"Just wonderful can’t wait to go back"
United States
Christina
The price is NT$18,988
NT$24,075 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
El Encanto Santa Barbara
A patio area with outdoor seating, including tables and chairs, and a blue umbrella.

18. Bath Street Inn

Bath Street Inn
3.5 star property
Oak Park, 0.9 km from Upper East
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (391 reviews)
"Friendly staff, delicious afternoon snacks, wonderful breakfast, nice location"
United States
Joanne
The price is NT$7,054
NT$8,202 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Bath Street Inn
A reception desk with a wooden wall and a sign that reads "West Beach Inn".

19. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 3.3 km from Upper East
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,115 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay here with friendly staff ;) loved it"
United States
Sarah
The price is NT$6,209
NT$7,078 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
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

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
West Beach, 3 km from Upper East
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,360 reviews)
"Very cute hotel. Loved that it had a lot of options for activities for my kids. Staff was very helpful and friendly."
United States
Summer
The price is NT$5,349
NT$6,108 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Lavender Inn by the Sea
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Compare popular hotels in Upper East

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A stone pathway leading to a large tree surrounded by lush greenery.
Simpson House Inn
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
734 reviews
View
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a small table, a stone planter, and a pool with a tiled edge.
Orange Tree Inn
2.5 star property
7.8
Good
941 reviews
View
A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.
Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,572 reviews
View
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through a glass door to the outdoors.
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
4.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
364 reviews
View
A building entrance with a sign reading '1915 CASA IGLESIA,' an arched doorway, and large potted plants.
Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel
4.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
87 reviews
View

Where to stay in Upper East

Find the best Upper East areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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 beach with a pier, buildings, and mountains in the background.

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 white colonial building with a bell tower, surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.

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.

A beach with a pier extending into the water, mountains in the background, and several flags on the pier.

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 East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

Top Upper East Hotel Reviews

Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

10/10 Excellent
"The room was clean and smelled fresh when we arrived. The bed was comfortable, towels were fresh, and the bathroom was spotless. Check-in was quick and the staff were friendly. Great value for the stay"
Annie 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Beachside Inn

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Upper East?
Travelers to the Upper East neighborhood in Santa Barbara will be sure to enjoy their stay. Be sure to check out Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum as part of your Upper East travel plans.
What's a favorite hotel to stay in Upper East?
Based on our traveler data, Orange Tree Inn is one of the top choices for your stay in Upper East. This hotel offers an outdoor pool and private balconies.
How many hotels can I expect to find in Upper East?
Expedia has 33 hotels and other accommodations in Upper East 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 Upper East, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable provided that 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 non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer in Upper East.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Upper East?
To access more information about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Upper East, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What is there to do in this Santa Barbara neighborhood?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Upper East with a visit to Alice Keck Memorial Garden and Alameda Park. You could also plan a visit to Mission Santa Barbara or Santa Barbara Natural History Museum while you're in the neighborhood. Santa Barbara Symphony Orchestra, Arts and Culture Center, and Arlington Theater are just a few of the places to visit in and around Upper East. While you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara, be sure to visit other sights like Santa Barbara Public Market or Granada Theatre.

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