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 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.

Top Upper East Hotels

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Our top choices for Upper East hotels

Orange Tree Inn

Upper East

Margherita

NT$4,102 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 7 - Jun 8

Simpson House Inn

Upper East

Erin

NT$12,898 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 8 - Jun 9

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

7 km from Upper East

Nancy

NT$6,548 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 7 - Jun 8

Sandpiper Lodge

2.5 km from Upper East

Tri

NT$3,846 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 7 - Jun 8

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

10.6 km from Upper East

Max

NT$3,641 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 21 - Jun 22

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

26.5 km from Upper East

Dr. Lindokuhle

NT$8,692 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 22 - Jun 23

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

17.5 km from Upper East

Justin

NT$6,124 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 17 - Jun 18

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

19.2 km from Upper East

Leticia I

NT$6,488 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 7 - Jun 8

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

Casa Del Sol

19.1 km from Upper East

Alex

NT$4,672 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 7 - Jun 8

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | View from room

Montecito Inn

6.8 km from Upper East

Anna

NT$8,916 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 7 - Jun 8

The Inn at East Beach

East Beach, 4.3 km from Upper East

Deserie

NT$5,667 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 15 - Jun 16

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

East Beach, 4.1 km from Upper East

Jamil

NT$6,852 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 29 - Jun 30

Casa Iglesia

Oak Park, 0.6 km from Upper East

Emanuel

NT$7,695 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 8 - Jun 9

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

6.3 km from Upper East

Gregory

NT$6,739 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 15 - Jun 16

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

East Beach, 4.2 km from Upper East

Olga

NT$5,943 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 30 - Jul 1

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

West Beach, 3.1 km from Upper East

Bermet

NT$6,340 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 7 - Jun 8

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

Santa Barbara Inn

East Beach, 4.1 km from Upper East

wandi

NT$10,747 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 9 - Jun 10

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Santa Barbara Beach, 2.9 km from Upper East

Eddy

NT$6,288 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 8 - Jun 9

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Rose Garden Inn

2.8 km from Upper East

Jennifer Lynn

NT$4,160 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 7 - Jun 8

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

East Beach, 3.7 km from Upper East

Simon

NT$13,202 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 15 - Jun 16

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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

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent"

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

8/10 Good

"The hotel was very nice and close to everything. We didn’t have the daily breakfast because it didn’t look great so we just went into town for great coffee and breakfast. But all in all it was great stay and the staff was very nice. We did use the hot tub and that was a great way to end the day."

The Franciscan Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were friendly, helpful and accommodating for early check-in and late check-out. The room was spacious, comfortable and well appointed, down to the way the towels were folded. The property was lush with tall palms, banana plants and myriad greenery which created a calming environment. The self serve breakfast was a pleasant surprise. A hot tub was a wonderful amenity for an evening soak after a full day of walking."

Inn By The Harbor

6/10 Okay

"The outside is cute and it is a good location but our room needed to be redone. There are no bathroom toiletries provided so make sure you bring what you need. I saw an open room that had nice plank flooring like the photos but ours had old carpet and the room was just old & depressing. It did have a little kitchen but we didn’t use it. They also provide a little happy hour with wine & cheese. We didn’t take advantage of the breakfast but I believe it was pastry’s. I just think for the money our room was not worth it, but maybe some of the other rooms are."

Sandpiper Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was very well maintained and a great bargain in Santa Barbara. The room was extremely clean and large. The bathroom was very nicely laid out. Breakfast was very convenient and the property was in a great location in town. The property is older but that didn’t detract from anything during our stay."

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Our top choices for Upper East hotels

Orange Tree Inn

Simpson House Inn

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Sandpiper Lodge

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Casa Del Sol

Montecito Inn

The Inn at East Beach

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Casa Iglesia

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Inn

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Rose Garden Inn

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Where to stay in Upper East

Santa Barbara Beach

Montecito

Downtown Santa Barbara

West Beach

East Beach

Top Upper East Hotel Reviews

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

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