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Discover 1,524 Historic Downtown Santa Barbara hotels and places to stay, with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1009)
"Freshly renewed rooms with modern decor, comfortable beds. Right on State street for easy access to fun things. Great, helpful staff."
The price is AED 969
AED 1,115 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Hotel Santa Barbara

The Upham Hotel

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Loved this neighborhood gem. The property ambiance was casual yet very inviting. There were small seating areas in various locations. Our group spent hours chatting in the living room-like lobby and patio areas. My husband and I stayed in one of the quaint cottages and loved it. This property is perfect for larger groups. We would stay here again in a second."
The price is AED 775
AED 883 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
The Upham Hotel

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"We stayed here for our wedding and it was so perfect. We walked to the courthouse and so many stores and restaurants nearby we didn’t have to drive anywhere. The hotel was great. Staff is so friendly (Chole was amazing) the room was beautiful, the complimentary wine and coffee was great. The bar was great. All the food and drinks were so delicious. We will be coming back for our anniversary. "
The price is AED 1,282
AED 1,624 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"The location was perfect for dining, shopping & walking to the beach."
The price is AED 1,063
AED 1,214 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (350)
"Overall great experience, great location and the hospitality was amazing "
The price is AED 1,218
AED 1,391 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Haley Hotel

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (521)
"Had a great stay here. Really comfortable and clean room. "
The price is AED 649
AED 777 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jun - 25 Jun
Haley Hotel

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 AED 397
AED 452 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
Social Stays

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1618)
"Great location, staff, nice breakfast. "
The price is AED 922
AED 1,053 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Inn By The Harbor

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1699)
"Very nice."
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Beautiful property! The staff is very attentive and meet all your needs"
The price is AED 2,476
AED 3,013 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

Beachside Inn

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1012)
"Very nice stay. "
The price is AED 713
AED 815 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Beachside Inn

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (467)
"Great stay"
The price is AED 1,208
AED 1,378 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (779)
"good stay"
The price is AED 705
AED 806 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jun - 19 Jun
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Mason Beach Inn

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (892)
"Wonderful stay would recommend "
The price is AED 1,208
AED 1,400 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Mason Beach Inn

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Great place "
The price is AED 812
AED 954 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jun - 26 Jun
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Loved the hot tub, restaurant and bar and location "
The price is AED 684
AED 781 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Great visit"
The price is AED 708
AED 808 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jun - 19 Jun
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1009)
"I love this hotel"
The price is AED 1,025
AED 1,168 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jun - 20 Jun
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Beautiful hotel with great staff and close to everything"
The price is AED 809
AED 907 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jun - 20 Jun
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Castillo Inn at the Beach

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"We had wonderful time in this hotel, and will be back next trip in SB."
The price is AED 804
AED 918 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Castillo Inn at the Beach
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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.
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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.

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.

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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 Santa Barbara Museum of Art or Santa Barbara County Courthouse 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 Santa Barbara Carriage Museum.

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.

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 Santa Barbara Museum of Art 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 14-minute walk from Stearns Wharf, 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 Santa Barbara Museum of Art, Arlington Theater, and Lobero Theater can be part of your cultural tour of Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. Paseo Nuevo Mall and Casa de la Guerra 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 La Arcada. While you're out sightseeing, De la Guerra Plaza and Cabrillo Bikeway are a couple of additional sights to visit in Santa Barbara.