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Our top choices for Historic Downtown Santa Barbara hotels

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Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,444 reviews)
"Best place I’ve stayed in Santa Barbara and the location is unmatched!"
United States
Dominique
The price is AED 1,092
AED 1,270 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Hotel Santa Barbara
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)
"Fantastic hotel in great location. Beautiful roof top pool and walking access to downtown. Really nice hotel."
United States
Paul
The price is AED 1,282
AED 1,649 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
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, (465 reviews)
"Great hotel in the heart of Santa Barbara!"
United States
Matthew
The price is AED 955
AED 1,091 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Lobby

The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,018 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Wish we had booked another night or two...property is lovely."
Canada
Michael
The price is AED 843
AED 962 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
The Upham Hotel
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, (1,000 reviews)
"Loved this hotel. Great location"
United States
Cayley
The price is AED 991
AED 1,132 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (674 reviews)
"awesome stay"
United States
Rey Jacob
The price is AED 689
AED 822 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Haley Hotel
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, (1,016 reviews)
"Beautiful location, awesome pool. Convenient good restaurant right on the property."
United States
Mari
The price is AED 701
AED 787 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
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, (1,010 reviews)
"Very nice stay."
United States
Grégory
The price is AED 668
AED 770 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
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, (691 reviews)
"My sister said the coffee was delicious! Nice selection of tea and bagels for me."
United States
Jacqueline
The price is AED 455
AED 600 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Casa Del Sol
WiFi (free), 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, (1,465 reviews)
"Thank you, great stay!!!"
Canada
Alex
The price is AED 311
AED 365 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
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, (1,548 reviews)
"Room was clean and service was great"
United States
Peter
The price is AED 621
AED 716 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
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
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,289 reviews)
"Staff was amazing!"
United States
Gerald
The price is AED 291
AED 343 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (363 reviews)
"Lovely place. Staff was accommodating. "
United States
Dawn
The price is AED 1,098
AED 1,274 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Inn on Summer Hill
Miramar Ocean View Suite | View from room

Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach
5.0 star property
Montecito, 6.7 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (329 reviews)
"One of the best hotels Ive ever stayed "
United States
AKOP
The price is AED 6,793
AED 8,213 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Rosewood Miramar Beach
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, (1,001 reviews)
"Wonderful stay!"
United States
Anthony
The price is AED 1,084
AED 1,390 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Montecito Inn
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, (1,004 reviews)
"Amazing cute little hideaway tucked away in the midst of awesome restaurants and shopping!!"
United States
Chris
The price is AED 766
AED 873 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
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Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4.0 star property
East Beach, 2.9 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,004 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay."
United States
Justin
The price is AED 952
AED 1,234 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
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, (1,004 reviews)
"great beach ambience, staff helpful, room was cute"
United States
Vy
The price is AED 637
AED 726 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
The Inn at East Beach
Property entrance

Palmoro House

Palmoro House
3.0 star property
East Beach, 2.8 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
7.6 out of 10, Good, (342 reviews)
"My room was nice and cool when I walked in. I loved that I was able to use the amenities of the resort. I’ll definitely be booking Palmoro House again in the future."
United States
Tristan
The price is AED 951
AED 1,195 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Palmoro House
Room amenity

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, (1,429 reviews)
"The rooms were very clean. Parking was easy and the place was very close to the beach."
United States
Michael
The price is AED 658
AED 751 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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.
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 Santa Barbara Harbor.

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.

A coastal town with a prominent white building with a red roof, palm trees, and mountains in the background.

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 Presidio Santa Barbara or Granada Theatre might round out your trip.

A marina with multiple boats docked, calm water, and a clear sky.
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Open Photo by Adam Hoggatt

West Beach

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

A beach with palm trees, a pier, and the ocean at sunset.

East Beach

East Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.

Top Historic Downtown Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Nice size room and close to beach. Staff were very friendly and happy to help. We asked for a late check out which they let stay until 1 pm. Most likely stay here again."
Michelle 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Beachside Inn

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 Granada Theatre 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 Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels.
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?
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 Granada Theatre, Arlington Theater, and Lobero 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.