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Top Trending Hotels Near Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara

The Upham Hotel
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

The Upham Hotel

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1008)
"Perfect location! Quaint and original, loved our stay! "
The price is P11,887
P13,551 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
The Upham Hotel
Haley Hotel
Tasting room

Haley Hotel

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (524)
"Had a great stay here. Really comfortable and clean room. "
The price is P13,768
P16,259 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Haley Hotel
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Exterior

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Great location and nice staff. I’d recommend it here. "
The price is P16,098
P18,383 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Hotel Santa Barbara
Front of property

Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1010)
"Although it was under construction, it was a very pleasant stay. The room was very nice and they were very accommodating. "
The price is P16,415
P18,900 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Hotel Santa Barbara
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Exterior

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Staff was friendly, property was clean and cute. Great location- easy to walk everywhere. "
The price is P25,294
P31,346 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (355)
"Overall great experience, great location and the hospitality was amazing "
The price is P17,072
P19,496 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Social Stays
Fridge, microwave, dishwasher

Social Stays

1.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (16)
"It's a hostel, but it was very nice, and very clean. "
The price is P6,084
P6,936 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Social Stays
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Outdoor pool

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"It’s a wonderful getaway with the most beautiful ocean views. "
The price is P9,816
P11,025 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Free daily buffet breakfast

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1006)
"Friendly staff and easy check in"
The price is P9,070
P10,448 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (175)
"Really nice rooms and the staff was friendly. "
The price is P6,703
P7,709 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 3 - Jul 4
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South
Casa Del Sol
Terrace/patio

Casa Del Sol

2.5 star property
6.8 out of 10, (573)
"Great location near everything! Lovely walking trails and friendly front desk staff."
Casa Del Sol
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1204)
"Nice motel great location "
The price is P5,368
P6,184 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Property amenity

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1141)
"Great hotel"
The price is P9,050
P10,425 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Beautiful 2 Bed Beach Condo #201 2 Bedroom Condo by Sunset Shores Condominiums
2 bedrooms, free WiFi

Beautiful 2 Bed Beach Condo #201 2 Bedroom Condo by Sunset Shores Condominiums

3.0 star property
The price is P28,190
P54,773 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Beautiful 2 Bed Beach Condo #201 2 Bedroom Condo by Sunset Shores Condominiums
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
Courtyard

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

2.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1029)
"Now place to stay."
The price is P4,395
P5,175 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
Inn on Summer Hill
Lobby

Inn on Summer Hill

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (318)
"Beautiful setting, tastefully decorated rooms that were very comfortable and luxurious "
The price is P12,901
P14,707 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Inn on Summer Hill
Rosewood Miramar Beach
1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Rosewood Miramar Beach

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (272)
"Excellent property."
The price is P92,896
P112,850 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Rosewood Miramar Beach
Montecito Inn
View from room

Montecito Inn

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"The property is thoughtfully designed. I love the walkability of the area. I always enjoy staying here."
The price is P16,267
P20,857 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Montecito Inn
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
BBQ/picnic area

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Great stay and lose to everything. Love this property"
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (876)
"Loved the vibe of this place very beautiful and convent location for places and experiences in walking distance "
The price is P17,689
P22,413 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
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Where to stay in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Find the best Historic Downtown Santa Barbara areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
Montecito map

Montecito

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.

Santa Barbara Beach map

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 MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

Santa Barbara showing a coastal town
Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair
Open Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair
Downtown Santa Barbara map

Downtown Santa Barbara

9 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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.

East Beach map

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.

West Beach map

West Beach

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

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 Lobero Theater and Arlington Theater while you're in the neighborhood.

What's the best accommodation in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Haley Hotel is the highest ranked property in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. This hotel is a short 13-minute walk from Santa Barbara County Courthouse, and it offers in-room fireplaces and a snack bar/deli. Other favorite options in the area include The Upham Hotel and Hotel Santa Barbara.

How many hotels will I be able to find in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?

Expedia has 34 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 Lobero Theater, Arlington 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 Hill-Carrillo Adobe, Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum, and Casa de la Guerra. While you're out sightseeing, De la Guerra Plaza and Cabrillo Bikeway are a couple of additional sights to visit in Santa Barbara.