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Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,358 reviews)
"Great hotel!!! "
United States
Jamie
The price is AED 890
AED 1,035 total
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Hotel Santa Barbara

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (437 reviews)
"Great location - but very pricey for what it is. Tiny tiny rooms"
United States
Andrew
The price is AED 1,021
AED 1,166 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"Excellent location and beautiful hotel."
United States
Marco
The price is AED 718
AED 818 total
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
The Upham Hotel

Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (640 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay here. The property was very centrally located and clean. "
United States
Katherine
The price is AED 544
AED 657 total
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Haley Hotel

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"We only stayed one night as we were traveling through but the staff was nice, room was clean"
United States
Anthony
The price is AED 1,245
AED 1,607 total
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Location was the best, close to the town center."
United States
Stanley
The price is AED 918
AED 1,049 total
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
25.1 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,016 reviews)
"Was a great time!!"
United States
Amanda
The price is AED 650
AED 730 total
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill
3.0 star property
9.9 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (357 reviews)
"Lovely place. Staff was accommodating. "
United States
Dawn
The price is AED 768
AED 890 total
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Inn on Summer Hill

Vagabond Inn - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn - Carpinteria North
2.5 star property
15.7 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
The price is AED 312
AED 359 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Vagabond Inn - Carpinteria North

Rancho Oso RV & Camping Resort

Rancho Oso RV & Camping Resort
2.0 star property
14.4 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (70 reviews)
"The cabin we had was wonderful. Kitchen was stocked so well. It was clean and pleasant. However, if you advertise a restaurant and you are 17 MILES away from everything, that advertised restaurant better be open. We were panicked when the restaurant had not been open for over 1.5 years!!! The thought of going back 17 miles on a country road after driving over 5 hours was a deal breaker. Although staff was super and helped us find some food in the little convenience store (which closed at...
United States
Denise
The price is AED 793
AED 904 total
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Rancho Oso RV & Camping Resort

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 star property
16.3 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,513 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Justin
The price is AED 528
AED 608 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach, 1.2 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (419 reviews)
"Staff was terrific and room was great size and cleanly and very cozy. As far as bed and breakfasts go this place was a 10/10."
United States
Ryan
The price is AED 520
AED 593 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
2.5 star property
17.9 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Rooms were clean and staff very helpful."
United States
Ruth
The price is AED 694
AED 800 total
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
5.2 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Everything was awesome and we would definitely stay again."
United States
Joyce Marie
The price is AED 635
AED 724 total
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
8.3 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,131 reviews)
"Lived this location and will totally stay here again. Great family spot with clean rooms, nice beds, nice pool, breakfast every morning and beautiful landscaping."
United States
Nicole
The price is AED 621
AED 722 total
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
East Beach, 2.3 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
7.8 out of 10, Good, (284 reviews)
"We had a very pleasant visit and will be returning"
United States
Simon
The price is AED 994
AED 1,300 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Vagabond Inn Studio Carpinteria

Vagabond Inn Studio Carpinteria
2.5 star property
17.8 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
The price is AED 319
AED 367 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Vagabond Inn Studio Carpinteria

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
East Beach, 2.7 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"Amazing stay! Will come back again!"
United States
Chaoqun
The price is AED 496
AED 565 total
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
4.0 star property
5.6 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, good stuff perfect location."
United States
Anna
The price is AED 588
AED 825 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Montecito Inn

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
East Beach, 2.8 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,368 reviews)
"One of the best motels and super close to the beach, zoo, and everything else."
United States
Olga
The price is AED 542
AED 619 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - 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.

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.

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.

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.

West Beach

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

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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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 Paseo Nuevo Mall while you're in the neighborhood.
What's the best accommodation in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?
Based on our traveler data, Hotel Santa Barbara is one of the top choices for your stay in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. This hotel is a short 13-minute walk from Santa Barbara County Courthouse, and it offers a 24-hour fitness center and free WiFi. Other good options for your stay in the neighborhood include The Upham Hotel and Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?
Expedia has 33 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?
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What is there to do in this Santa Barbara neighborhood?
Sights like Lobero Theater, Santa Barbara Museum of Art, and Arlington Theater can be part of your cultural tour of Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. Paseo Nuevo Mall and Granada Theatre 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, Casa de la Guerra and De la Guerra Plaza are a couple of additional sights to visit in Santa Barbara.