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Our top choices for Historic Downtown Santa Barbara hotels

Reception

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,371 reviews)
"Great hotel!!! "
United States
Jamie
The price is AED 890
AED 1,035 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Hotel Santa Barbara
View from room

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, (444 reviews)
"Loved the vibe in this hotel and bar! It was a great location and we were able to walk everywhere. We even checked out the bikes and took a bike ride. It was a special event we were celebrating and we felt really spoiled here. The staff was very helpful and made sure we have everything we needed. I would stay her again and highly recommend it."
United States
NATALIE
The price is AED 988
AED 1,128 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Exterior

Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (648 reviews)
"Walking distance to the beach and restaurants"
United States
Guillermo
The price is AED 657
AED 786 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Haley Hotel
Lobby

The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Excellent location and beautiful hotel."
United States
Marco
The price is AED 760
AED 867 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
The Upham Hotel
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, sun loungers

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"It’s a great home base in a convenient downtown location"
United States
Lisa Ann
The price is AED 1,366
AED 1,746 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Shopping mall

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, (1,001 reviews)
"Loved this hotel. Great location"
United States
Cayley
The price is AED 1,070
AED 1,221 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Outdoor pool

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, (1,000 reviews)
"We love the Cliffhouse in that’s why we come back time and time againand celebrate our anniversary at your lovely property"
United States
Trevor
The price is AED 596
AED 669 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Lobby lounge

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
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (426 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 512
AED 584 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
2.0 star property
17.7 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,296 reviews)
"Great location and wonderful staff"
United States
Stephen
The price is AED 259
AED 306 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
Exterior

Casa Iglesia

Casa Iglesia
4.5 star property
Oak Park, 1.5 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"This is a perfect hotel room. Clean, quiet and comfortable with a few well thought out luxury touches and the essentials we all want. Great value!"
United States
Sharon
The price is AED 463
AED 800 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Casa Iglesia
Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Ground Floor | Terrace/patio

Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
17.9 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
7.0 out of 10, Good, (669 reviews)
"Very quiet property, probably because this is a single story hotel. No walking heard from the ceiling."
United States
Esther
The price is AED 372
AED 503 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Casa Del Sol
Beach nearby

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)
"We always enjoy this motor hotel for a one night stay..."
United States
Gregory
The price is AED 635
AED 724 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | View from room

Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
4.0 star property
5.6 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, good stuff perfect location."
United States
Anna
The price is AED 745
AED 1,004 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Montecito Inn
Property amenity

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, (1,527 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Justin
The price is AED 528
AED 608 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Exterior

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)
"Great stay"
United States
Leticia I
The price is AED 657
AED 757 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Exterior

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, (1,167 reviews)
"Friendly staff rooms were clean Overall a great stay."
United States
Nancy
The price is AED 621
AED 722 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Reception

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, (1,003 reviews)
"We had a fantastic stay. Great location, nice and clean rooms, great pool, very friendly staff. 10/10!"
Germany
Constantin
The price is AED 643
AED 733 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Reception

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
East Beach, 2.9 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,006 reviews)
"Friendly staff, comfy bed, roomy shower, and good selection of TV channels."
United States
Deserie
The price is AED 582
AED 663 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
The Inn at East Beach
Courtyard

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
2.0 star property
15.7 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,182 reviews)
"Great place for staying. "
United States
Yanchao
The price is AED 244
AED 289 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
Check-in/check-out kiosk

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 1,466
AED 1,700 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Inn on Summer Hill
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Compare popular hotels in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Reception
Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,371 reviews
View
Lobby
The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,003 reviews
View
Exterior
Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
648 reviews
View
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, sun loungers
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,004 reviews
View
Shopping mall
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,001 reviews
View

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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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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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 Carriage and Western Art Museum.

aerial of East Beach at sunset, Santa Barbara, California

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.

Top Historic Downtown Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"I loved this place. Staff was very kind and helpful. I loved being able to rent bikes for free as well. It really helped getting around."
Danielle 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
The Franciscan Hotel

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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 25 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, Granada Theatre, and Arlington Theater 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 Presidio Santa Barbara are a couple of additional sights to visit in Santa Barbara.