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Top 10 Hotels in Downtown Santa Barbara

Front of property – evening/night
La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (823)
"Quiet and clean. "
The price is S$375
per night
5 May - 6 May
La Playa Inn
Front of property
Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1039)
"Such a great location. Clean and spacious rooms. Right by the beach. Wonderful staff with exceptional customer service. Parking. Highly recommend. "
The price is S$271
per night
6 May - 7 May
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Outdoor spa tub
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1006)
"Good location, clean, helpful staff."
The price is S$308
per night
5 May - 6 May
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1099)
"Lovely outdoor hot tub and pool, friendly staff, delicious continental breakfast and happy hour, walkable (or bikes available) to boardwalk and restaurants. "
The price is S$413
per night
20 May - 21 May
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
View from room
Rosewood Miramar Beach
5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (241)
"Checking in with Quinn is easy. The staff is kind. The property is nice. "
The price is S$2,556
per night
15 May - 16 May
Rosewood Miramar Beach
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (484)
"A great family get-away with with grandchildren and adult children- located in the hills of Santa Barbara- an ideal place to un-wind and relax."
The price is S$1,274
per night
5 May - 6 May
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
Front of property – evening/night
Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1590)
"Loved the location and proximity to restaurants. My husband and I enjoyed borrowing bikes at their sister hotel. Everyone was incredibly friendly and we would definitely stay again."
The price is S$348
per night
27 May - 28 May
Inn By The Harbor
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (820)
"Great location, beautiful hotel, close to the beach. "
The price is S$1,020
per night
15 May - 16 May
Hotel Californian
Front of property
The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"We love our staff. They also provide free breakfast"
The price is S$382
per night
14 May - 15 May
The Franciscan Hotel
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1257)
"Excellent location. Clean. Modern. Friendly staff. "
The price is S$274
per night
12 May - 13 May
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Lobby
Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Lovely hotel with amazing staff. The rooms were super comfortable and the bed was really wonderful. Love this one. We will be back! "
The price is S$417
per night
20 May - 21 May
Hotel Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Kimpton Canary Hotel, an IHG Hotel
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"A bit disappointed. Expensive. Small room. "
The price is S$557
per night
5 May - 6 May
Kimpton Canary Hotel, an IHG Hotel
3 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"The staff, the ambient and overall experience was wonderful. Every staff we encounter were friendly and helpful. It is family friendly establishment but adult can still enjoy all the amenities without being run down by kids. "
The price is S$1,067
per night
6 May - 7 May
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (411)
"The Leta was the perfect location for visiting our daughter at UCSB!"
The price is S$254
per night
19 May - 20 May
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Everything was good, and next time, I will stay here again. "
The price is S$263
per night
6 May - 7 May
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 9 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Close to downtown SB"
The price is S$234
per night
19 May - 20 May
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
View from room
Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Really enjoyed my stay"
The price is S$321
per night
13 May - 14 May
Beachside Inn
Courtyard
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (49)
"Very clean, nicely appointed and updated hotel conveniently located near UCSB. Restaurant serves tasty food as a bonus! Second stay was better than the first! "
The price is S$340
per night
5 May - 6 May
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished
Drift Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (225)
"Everything is so close. Everyone is so nice. Great communication."
The price is S$338
per night
29 May - 30 May
Drift Santa Barbara
Sports facility
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"The room was plenty big and bed was comfortable. It was very clean and the staff was wonderful. Breakfast had a good selection to choose from. Will definitely stay in the again in the future. "
The price is S$314
per night
19 May - 20 May
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
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Number of reviews
17,049
Accommodation
1,462 hotels
Lowest Price
S$201
Highest Price
S$2,556

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Santa Barbara?

Travellers love the Downtown Santa Barbara neighbourhood for its beautiful beaches, array of dining options and major shopping area. Make sure that you visit Lobero Theater and Santa Barbara Museum of Art as part of your Downtown Santa Barbara travel plans.

What's the best place to stay in Downtown Santa Barbara?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Haley Hotel is the highest ranked property in Downtown Santa Barbara. This hotel is a short 14-minute walk from Stearns Wharf, and it offers in-room fireplaces and a snack bar/deli. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton and Hotel Santa Barbara.

How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown Santa Barbara?

If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Barbara, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 40 Downtown Santa Barbara hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Santa Barbara, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals in Downtown Santa Barbara.

What can I see and do in this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?

Santa Barbara County Courthouse, Presidio Santa Barbara and Casa de la Guerra are some local landmarks to explore in Downtown Santa Barbara. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Lobero Theater and Santa Barbara Museum of Art are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Santa Barbara include Hill-Carrillo Adobe, La Arcada and De la Guerra Plaza. While you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara, make sure that you visit other sights such as El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park or Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum.

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