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 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 24 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 Presidio Santa Barbara are a couple of additional sights to visit in Santa Barbara.

Top Historic Downtown Santa Barbara Hotels

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Our top choices for Historic Downtown Santa Barbara hotels

1. Hotel Santa Barbara

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Veronica

AED 970 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sep - 28 Sep

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, sun loungers

2. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Paul

AED 1,859 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sep - 28 Sep

3. The Upham Hotel

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Eila

AED 859 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

4. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Shari

AED 1,053 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

5. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Irina

AED 1,115 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

6. Haley Hotel

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Diana

AED 786 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sep - 29 Sep

Superior Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (The Grand Studio Double) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

7. Palihouse Santa Barbara

0.5 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Demey

AED 1,762 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

8. Casa Jardin

Laguna, 0.6 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Yessica

AED 919 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | Interior

9. Casa Riviera

Laguna, 0.6 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Antoinette

AED 1,187 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

10. Casa Castillo

0.6 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

David

AED 1,234 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sep - 15 Sep

Full Buyout (3 King & 5 Queen Rooms) | Front of property

11. The De La Vina Inn

0.7 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

April

AED 642 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sep - 22 Sep

Comfort Apartment, 1 King Bed | Exterior

12. Casa De La Vina

0.7 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Richard

AED 1,081 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

Full Buyout (3 King & 2 Queen Rooms) | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, blackout drapes, WiFi (free)

13. The Craft House Inn

0.8 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Sonya

AED 948 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sep - 16 Sep

Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

14. Moxy Santa Barbara

The Funk Zone, 1 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Hongtao

AED 1,137 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sep - 28 Sep

15. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

Oak Park, 1.1 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Erica

AED 1,051 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

16. The Presidio

1.1 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Bonnie

AED 495 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sep - 15 Sep

Hayloft Room (1 King Bed) | Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), individually decorated

17. Simpson House Inn

Upper East, 1.1 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Victor

AED 1,674 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sep - 16 Sep

18. Los Aguajes

West Beach, 1.1 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

john

AED 1,631 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sep - 15 Sep

Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), individually decorated

19. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Oak Park, 1.2 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Noel

AED 912 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sep - 15 Sep

20. Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Santa Barbara Beach, 1.2 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Channah

AED 681 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sep - 1 Oct

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Compare popular hotels in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Santa Barbara	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,497 reviews	View
The Upham Hotel	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Haley Hotel	3.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 690 reviews	View
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG	4.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,004 reviews	View
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	4.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,000 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.

A coastal town with a pier extending into the ocean, a beach, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.

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 West Beach.

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A coastal beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

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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A coastal cityscape with a prominent white building with red-tiled roofs, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

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 Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.

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