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Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1027)
"Fantastic hotel! Very attentive to guests’ needs. "
United States
Otto
The price is AED 681
AED 791 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Hotel Santa Barbara
The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1025)
"Pleasant hotel in the midst of downtown Santa Barbara."
United States
Bob
The price is AED 774
AED 882 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
The Upham Hotel
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"We had a wonderful time! "
United States
Melinda Marie
The price is AED 720
AED 822 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, rooms were always clean. Property was very clean and restaurant was very good, right in the middle of everything from shopping to the beach."
United States
Jeffery
The price is AED 1,172
AED 1,503 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (382)
"Very nice and clean hotel, excellent staff they go for and beyond helping you in addressing any question or concerns, very thoughtful and considerate. I like to mention Joe, who she addressed every request that I had. Amazing location, plenty of dining options couple of blocks from the beach. I’m glad that I chose this hotel, a different recommended difference and Family "
United States
Ahmed
The price is AED 869
AED 992 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (568)
"Perfect location! Wonderful hotel! Would highly recommend and would definitely stay here again!"
Canada
Meghan
The price is AED 427
AED 524 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Haley Hotel
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"A real treat to stay here! The staff, food, amenities were all top notch!"
United States
Lori
The price is AED 1,649
AED 2,103 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1748)
"Well maintained property, friendly helpful staff. "
United States
Jeffrey
The price is AED 732
AED 836 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Inn By The Harbor
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1007)
"It was a good restful place "
United States
PERLA
The price is AED 658
AED 775 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1961)
"Hotel was nice and location was great."
Canada
Donald
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1010)
"Quiet great staff clean comfortable beds great service great location"
United States
Ed
The price is AED 716
AED 839 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Mason Beach Inn
Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1088)
"Clean, quiet, fun little boutique inn. "
Canada
Julie
The price is AED 506
AED 578 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Beachside Inn
The Milo
3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1473)
"I’ve stayed here many times and it was great as always. "
United States
Adam
The price is AED 720
AED 822 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
The Milo
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1085)
"Great place."
Canada
Mario
The price is AED 724
AED 825 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1183)
"Great easy hotel - perfect for short stays "
United States
Lisa
The price is AED 316
AED 371 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Andy
The price is AED 715
AED 802 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1008)
"Very pleasant front desk staff, beautiful grounds."
United States
Mary
The price is AED 671
AED 780 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (125)
"Must stay place beautiful pool, shopping and great ocean view "
United States
Alexia
The price is AED 780
AED 1,038 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (495)
"Excellent location"
United States
Raquel
The price is AED 907
AED 1,039 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Clean room, nice area, fast check in, great breakfast "
United States
Mayra
The price is AED 684
AED 781 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
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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.

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

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.

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 Santa Barbara Historical Museum might round out your trip.

West Beach

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

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 Granada Theatre while you're in the neighborhood.
What's the best accommodation in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Hotel Santa Barbara is the highest ranked property in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. This hotel offers a 24-hour fitness center and free WiFi. Other favorite options in the area include Haley Hotel and The Upham Hotel.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?
Expedia has 35 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 El Capitan Lake are a couple of additional sights to visit in Santa Barbara.