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Discover 1,540 Historic Downtown Santa Barbara hotels and places to stay, with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Hotel Santa Barbara
Front of property

Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1018)
"great stay"
The price is AED 884
AED 1,017 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Hotel Santa Barbara
The Upham Hotel
Signature Single Room, 1 King Bed, Lanai, Garden Area | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

The Upham Hotel

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"What a beautiful property! I had a great stay. "
The price is AED 803
AED 916 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
The Upham Hotel
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Exterior

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Great hotel! "
The price is AED 1,334
AED 1,684 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Exterior

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Good service and rooms very nice "
The price is AED 1,068
AED 1,220 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (358)
"Overall great experience, great location and the hospitality was amazing "
The price is AED 1,113
AED 1,271 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Haley Hotel
Tasting room

Haley Hotel

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (530)
"All around great spot. Location is prime. Room had a great vibe. "
The price is AED 610
AED 732 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Haley Hotel
Social Stays
Fridge, microwave, dishwasher

Social Stays

1.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (16)
"It's a hostel, but it was very nice, and very clean. "
The price is AED 439
AED 500 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Social Stays
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
3 outdoor pools, open 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"Excellent service. Loved the facilities. "
The price is AED 3,302
AED 3,947 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Inn By The Harbor
Exterior

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1638)
"amazing stay "
The price is AED 889
AED 1,015 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Inn By The Harbor
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony) | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1773)
"Very nice location and stay "
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (814)
"Comfy beds, big pool, restaurant, ambiance "
The price is AED 609
AED 697 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Sports facility

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1019)
"Check in was quick and easy, really nice staff"
The price is AED 909
AED 1,067 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Courtyard

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1007)
"Great location "
The price is AED 851
AED 971 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
1 Bedroom, Accessible, Balcony (w/ bathtub) | Balcony view

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Good location, helpful staff, clean room. "
The price is AED 934
AED 1,048 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
Mason Beach Inn
Front of property

Mason Beach Inn

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (927)
"Such a lovely little hotel close to the beach and beautiful. "
The price is AED 1,183
AED 1,371 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Mason Beach Inn
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
View from room

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"Beautiful hotel and great staff. "
The price is AED 777
AED 888 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
View from property

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1019)
"Wonderful stay. Loved how close it was to everything. "
The price is AED 915
AED 1,043 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Casa Del Sol
Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Ground Floor | Terrace/patio

Casa Del Sol

2.5 star property
6.8 out of 10, (579)
"Great location near everything! Lovely walking trails and friendly front desk staff."
Casa Del Sol
Beachside Inn
View from property

Beachside Inn

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1014)
"Good place basic breakfast great location lived the hotel decor highly recommend "
The price is AED 787
AED 898 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Beachside Inn
The Milo
Exterior detail

The Milo

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1391)
"The most perfect location, comfortable, and wonderful amenities. "
The price is AED 1,193
AED 1,362 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
The Milo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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 map

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 map

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.

Santa Barbara showing a coastal town
Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair
Open Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair
Downtown Santa Barbara map

Downtown Santa Barbara

9 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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 Paseo Nuevo Mall might round out your trip.

West Beach map

West Beach

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

East Beach map

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.

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 Paseo Nuevo Mall and Arlington Theater while you're in the neighborhood.

What's the best accommodation in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Haley Hotel is the highest ranked property in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. This hotel offers in-room fireplaces and a snack bar/deli. Other favorite options in the area include The Upham Hotel and Hotel Santa Barbara.

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?

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 Arlington Theater, Lobero 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 Cabrillo Bikeway are a couple of additional sights to visit in Santa Barbara.