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 is a short 14-minute walk from Mission Santa Barbara, and it 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. Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara Symphony Orchestra, and Arts and Culture Center 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 Arlington Theater or Santa Barbara Public Market.

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Our top choices for Upper East hotels

1. Simpson House Inn

Upper East

Victor

NT$14,183 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

2. Orange Tree Inn

Upper East

joseph

NT$4,638 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

3. The Upham Hotel

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, 1.2 km from Upper East

Sean

NT$8,359 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 10 - Aug 11

4. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

Oak Park, 0.8 km from Upper East

Erica

NT$9,956 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

5. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Oak Park, 0.9 km from Upper East

Yoshiko

NT$5,956 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

6. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 2.3 km from Upper East

Kennedy

NT$11,222 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

7. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 3.3 km from Upper East

Amy

NT$10,389 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

8. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

4.4 km from Upper East

Omar

NT$7,761 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), individually decorated

9. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Oak Park, 0.8 km from Upper East

Noel

NT$11,938 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

10. Inn By The Harbor

West Beach, 3 km from Upper East

Richard

NT$11,102 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

11. Sandpiper Lodge

North State, 2.5 km from Upper East

Joe

NT$5,347 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

12. The Presidio

0.7 km from Upper East

Henry

NT$6,255 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

13. La Playa Inn

West Beach, 3.1 km from Upper East

darryl a

NT$9,406 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

14. Lemon Tree Inn

North State, 1.3 km from Upper East

michael

NT$4,705 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, sun loungers

15. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Downtown Santa Barbara, 1.7 km from Upper East

Paul

NT$14,578 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

16. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 3 km from Upper East

Ignacio

NT$9,715 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

17. Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

East Beach, 3.7 km from Upper East

McKenna

NT$11,898 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 19 - Aug 20

18. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Lower State, 2.4 km from Upper East

Maria

NT$10,310 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

19. Marina Beach Hotel

West Beach, 3.2 km from Upper East

Amy

NT$8,197 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

20. Beachside Inn

West Beach, 3.3 km from Upper East

Adam

NT$8,675 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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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.

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Top Upper East Hotel Reviews

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was amazing, especially Jacob and Katy. They both went above and beyond to make our stay so enjoyable. We can't wait to go back when visiting Santa Barbara!"

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

10/10 Excellent

"Room smelled kind of funky, but I guess that's just the moist coastal atmosphere -- otherwise, everything was clean and functional, plenty of towels, good hot water and good pressure, comfortable bed. Felt safe, plenty of parking, price was right! Would stay here again."

Simpson House Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay was a fairy tale. We only stayed one night but it was a welcome respite. I was transported to England. A beautiful garden with soothing fountains and a quaint garden and delicious. Frank, Hailey and Dana greeted us like old friends. Top notch hospitality. One of the best places. We will be back again. Thank you"

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Our top choices for Upper East hotels

1. Simpson House Inn

2. Orange Tree Inn

3. The Upham Hotel

4. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

5. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

6. Hotel Santa Barbara

7. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

8. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

9. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

10. Inn By The Harbor

11. Sandpiper Lodge

12. The Presidio

13. La Playa Inn

14. Lemon Tree Inn

15. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

16. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

17. Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

18. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

19. Marina Beach Hotel

20. Beachside Inn

Where to stay in Upper East

Santa Barbara Beach

Montecito

Downtown Santa Barbara

West Beach

East Beach

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