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. Another good option for your stay in the neighborhood is Simpson House Inn .

How many hotels can I expect to find in Upper East?

Expedia has 32 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 Alameda Park and Alice Keck Memorial Garden. 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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Simpson House Inn

Upper East

Erin

NT$12,429 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 9 - Jun 10

Orange Tree Inn

Upper East

Margherita

NT$4,402 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 24 - Jun 25

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

19 km from Upper East

Stephen

NT$2,937 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 9 - Jun 10

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

7 km from Upper East

Nancy

NT$7,434 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 15 - Jun 16

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

26.5 km from Upper East

Dr. Lindokuhle

NT$8,136 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 22 - Jun 23

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

19.2 km from Upper East

Leticia I

NT$6,857 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 9 - Jun 10

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

16.9 km from Upper East

Yanchao

NT$2,619 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 9 - Jun 10

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

17.5 km from Upper East

Justin

NT$5,828 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 15 - Jun 16

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Ground Floor | Terrace/patio

Casa Del Sol

19.1 km from Upper East

Alex

NT$4,682 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 10 - Jun 11

Inn on Summer Hill

11 km from Upper East

Dawn

NT$14,577 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 9 - Jun 10

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 3.3 km from Upper East

Ricardo

NT$8,940 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 10 - Jun 11

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

East Beach, 4.2 km from Upper East

Olga

NT$5,956 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 30 - Jul 1

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

East Beach, 3.7 km from Upper East

Simon

NT$11,716 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 22 - Jun 23

Sandpiper Lodge

2.5 km from Upper East

Tri

NT$4,943 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 16 - Jun 17

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view

Santa Barbara Inn

East Beach, 4.1 km from Upper East

otieno

NT$14,930 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 14 - Jun 15

La Playa Inn

West Beach, 3.1 km from Upper East

Elena

NT$9,179 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 9 - Jun 10

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

6.3 km from Upper East

Gregory

NT$6,754 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 15 - Jun 16

The Inn at East Beach

East Beach, 4.3 km from Upper East

Karen

NT$5,372 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 21 - Jun 22

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Santa Barbara Beach, 2.9 km from Upper East

Eddy

NT$6,947 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 9 - Jun 10

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

East Beach, 4.1 km from Upper East

Jamil

NT$6,256 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 29 - Jun 30

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Where to stay in Upper East

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Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

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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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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 Paseo Nuevo Mall might round out your trip.

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West Beach

While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach.

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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.

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Top Upper East Hotel Reviews

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"Clean spacious room, comfortable bed! Loved the pool and how close we were to the beach and restaurants. We walked everywhere! Staff is so nice and helpful. Breakfast was good!"

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

10/10 Excellent

"The King Suite was amazingly spacious! We had a full kitchen, a large living room, a walk in closet, and the private room was great. We also had a pretty private balcony area with a fire pit right outside our room. The breakfast was much better than expected and the hotel is conveniently located in the heart of Santa Barbara."

Hotel Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"My husband and I stayed here for one night during a friend’s wedding weekend and had a wonderful experience. The hotel is pet-friendly, with beautiful rooms and an excellent location. I’m a very picky traveler when it comes to cleanliness, and I was genuinely impressed by how well-maintained both the property and the rooms were. I’m also very sensitive to smells, and everything felt fresh and clean - especially impressive for a pet-friendly hotel. The location is fantastic. We were able to walk to restaurants, shops, and other nearby attractions, and it’s just a short walk from the water. We highly recommend this hotel and would absolutely stay here again. We can’t wait for our next visit!"

The Milo

4/10 Poor

"The worst hotel we have ever stayed in. An exorbitant amount of money for a terrible experience. I had knee surgery recently and a HOT TUB was my priority--doctors orders. We arrived Thursday and they told us the hot tub was not working but would be fixed on Friday. It was not. It was NEVER fixed for our entire stay. The other reason we needed a vacay was because we've had construction next door for 7 months. On our first morning there, at 9 am, loud electric hedge clippers were being used right outside our window for an 8 foot hedge. No sleep and more construction sounding noise. We had to ask for shampoo as the maid left an empty bottle in the shower. They didn't leave an extra roll of toilet paper in the room and unfortunately, while on the toilet, the paper ran out. Very awkward situation. We feel we should get money back for this trip. Something. My knee is not in good shape as I could not use the hot tub, and all the other problems. I give this hotel a 2**"

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Simpson House Inn

Orange Tree Inn

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Casa Del Sol

Inn on Summer Hill

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Sandpiper Lodge

Santa Barbara Inn

La Playa Inn

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

The Inn at East Beach

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Where to stay in Upper East

Santa Barbara Beach

Montecito

Downtown Santa Barbara

West Beach

East Beach

Top Upper East Hotel Reviews

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

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