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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.

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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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Top Historic Downtown Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

Inn By The Harbor

10/10 Excellent

"We were able to check in early. We arrived a couple of hours before check in time and the desk agent was very accommodating to let us in early and also change our room from an upstairs to a downstairs. The room was very clean, comfortable and well stocked with toiletries and even a bottle of sparkling wine. The hotel hosts a nice wine, cheese and warm cookies every afternoon at 4:30. The breakfast is a typical hotel breakfast, ample but not great. The beach and piers are within walking distance as are several nice restaurants. A good, convenient and very nice hotel."

The Milo

8/10 Good

"Pros: The location of Hotel Milo is perfect! Right across from the ocean/pier! We borrowed bikes from the hotel and biked along the bike path. The pool was almost empty so we were able to use a nice padded lounger. A guitarist performed on the hotel patio and there were drinks for purchase. Cons: The room was super small, had an uncomfortable mattress, had a huge plate glass window in front of the bed, no chair to sit on in the room or dresser to place your clothes."

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

4/10 Poor

"The staff were all great, especially at the front desk. I cannot recall their names sadly but everyone who worked there on May 10-12th was great. The room was also nice and decent. These are why I gave even a few scores. However, from what I saw the only wifi option was paid wifi. That is absurd especially in this day and age where almost everything is online. I cannot rate highly or recommend a place to stay where wifi is not included in the booking for no further charge. This must change for me to consider Ramada again. Thank you."

The Upham Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The onsite parking spaces was greatly appreciated. Maybe it is hard to find a space at certain times of the year but there were lots of spaces when we were there in May. It is a very pleasant neighborhood to walk with State St only a couple of blocks away and Carrillo just a few blocks more down De La Vina to the south. The lobby and the adjoining sitting room/library with its beautiful fireplace is a wonderful place to spend some quiet time. The restaurant is not up to the caliber of the hotel. Their menu is very unexciting and it would be nice if breakfast was served at such a quality hotel."

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

2/10 Terrible

"Terrible for the price they charged. I paid $400 for my room! When my husband was ready to turn into the parking lot, I told him no, because I thought we came to the wrong property. I just didn’t expect $400 would get me a pathetic motel room. That was exactly what it was: an old motel. It’s no difference from Motel 6, I suppose. Each room faces the hallway with absolutely no privacy. My room was old, dark, with old carpet. The bathroom was so small that the vanity has no cabinets under. It’s a triangle room that would make one feel claustrophobic. Worst was the paper-thin wall. At 10:00 p.m., our Nextdoor neighbors were talking loudly right outside the hallway. The noise woke me up, and they continued talking loudly till past 1:30a. m. I heard many distinct voices there, like 4-5 adults and then plus children. My room does not have traditional AC, but one of those portable one with tube going through the window. It was loud and so we had to shut it off at night and yet we can’t open the window due to noises outside. A restless night for me after I spent $400, and found out that I was bitten by something when I woke up early in the morning( I didn’t put my luggage on the bed so it wasn’t from us). Hotel is in the middle of nowhere. Don’t trust the walking distance posted on Expedia. Used my Google map and the walking distances of everything are about 40 percent more than they describe. No restaurant and no market nearby. It’s a residential area "

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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, Arlington Theater, and Santa Barbara Museum of Art 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.

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Hotel Santa Barbara

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

The Upham Hotel

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Haley Hotel

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Santa Barbara Inn

Rosewood Miramar Beach

Inn on Summer Hill

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

El Encanto Santa Barbara

Casa Del Sol

Where to stay in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Beach

Montecito

Downtown Santa Barbara

West Beach

East Beach

Top Historic Downtown Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

Inn By The Harbor

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