Hotels in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

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Our top choices for Historic Downtown Santa Barbara hotels

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,363 reviews)
"Great hotel!!! "
United States
Jamie
The price is S$360
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Hotel Santa Barbara

The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,013 reviews)
"Excellent location and beautiful hotel."
United States
Marco
The price is S$285
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
The Upham Hotel

Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (642 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay here. The property was very centrally located and clean. "
United States
Katherine
The price is S$260
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Haley Hotel

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"We only stayed one night as we were traveling through but the staff was nice, room was clean"
United States
Anthony
The price is S$580
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

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, (441 reviews)
"Loved the vibe in this hotel and bar! It was a great location and we were able to walk everywhere. We even checked out the bikes and took a bike ride. It was a special event we were celebrating and we felt really spoiled here. The staff was very helpful and made sure we have everything we needed. I would stay her again and highly recommend it."
United States
NATALIE
The price is S$406
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

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, (1,001 reviews)
"Location was the best, close to the town center."
United States
Stanley
The price is S$388
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

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, (1,021 reviews)
"Was a great time!!"
United States
Amanda
The price is S$225
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill
3.0 star property
9.9 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (357 reviews)
"Lovely place. Staff was accommodating. "
United States
Dawn
The price is S$310
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Inn on Summer Hill

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach, 1.2 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (422 reviews)
"Staff was terrific and room was great size and cleanly and very cozy. As far as bed and breakfasts go this place was a 10/10."
United States
Ryan
The price is S$243
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

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, (1,001 reviews)
"Rooms were very clean, the location is fantastic, and they offer you bicycles to explore around. I loved sitting under the pergola and listening to the water fountain."
United States
Sergio
The price is S$236
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

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, (1,515 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Justin
The price is S$224
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Casa Iglesia

Casa Iglesia
4.5 star property
Oak Park, 1.5 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"This is a perfect hotel room. Clean, quiet and comfortable with a few well thought out luxury touches and the essentials we all want. Great value!"
United States
Sharon
The price is S$259
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Casa Iglesia

Vagabond Inn Carpinteria North - Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Carpinteria North - Santa Barbara
2.0 star property
15.7 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,169 reviews)
"Great place for staying. "
United States
Yanchao
The price is S$115
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Vagabond Inn Carpinteria North - Santa Barbara

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
East Beach, 2.7 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Amazing stay! Will come back again!"
United States
Chaoqun
The price is S$211
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
17.9 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
7.0 out of 10, Good, (666 reviews)
"Very quiet property, probably because this is a single story hotel. No walking heard from the ceiling."
United States
Esther
The price is S$175
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Casa Del Sol

The Craft House Inn

The Craft House Inn
4.0 star property
0.8 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (23 reviews)
"Home/room felt like home while our short stay away from home. Host was very helpful throughout our stay."
United States
Norma
The price is S$289
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
The Craft House Inn

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
East Beach, 2.3 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
7.8 out of 10, Good, (286 reviews)
"We had a very pleasant visit and will be returning"
United States
Simon
The price is S$469
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

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, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Leticia I
The price is S$249
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Rancho Oso RV & Camping Resort

Rancho Oso RV & Camping Resort
2.0 star property
14.4 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (70 reviews)
"The cabin we had was wonderful. Kitchen was stocked so well. It was clean and pleasant. However, if you advertise a restaurant and you are 17 MILES away from everything, that advertised restaurant better be open. We were panicked when the restaurant had not been open for over 1.5 years!!! The thought of going back 17 miles on a country road after driving over 5 hours was a deal breaker. Although staff was super and helped us find some food in the little convenience store (which closed at...
United States
Denise
The price is S$297
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Rancho Oso RV & Camping Resort

El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
2 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (566 reviews)
"Wonderful place wonderful staff great food and amenities"
United States
Joseph
The price is S$1,141
includes taxes & fees
10 Jun - 11 Jun
El Encanto Santa Barbara
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Compare popular hotels in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Reception
Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,363 reviews
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Lobby
The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,013 reviews
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Exterior
Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
642 reviews
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Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, pool loungers
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,000 reviews
View
Shopping centre
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,001 reviews
View

Where to stay in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Find the best Historic Downtown Santa Barbara areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

Montecito

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.

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 Paseo Nuevo Mall might round out your trip.

West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and Carriage and Western Art Museum are top sights worth seeing.

East Beach

East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore 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?
Travellers love the Historic Downtown Santa Barbara neighbourhood for its beautiful beaches, array of dining options and major shopping area. Are you looking for Historic Downtown Santa Barbara travel tips? Make sure that you visit Lobero Theater and Paseo Nuevo Mall while you're in the neighbourhood.
What's a favourite place to stay in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?
Based on our traveller 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 centre and free WiFi. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include The Upham Hotel and Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG.
How many hotels are there in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?
Expedia has 25 hotels and other accommodation options 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! You'll find that most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara.
What is there to do in this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?
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 Granada Theatre are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. 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 La Arcada. While you're out sightseeing, Casa de la Guerra and De la Guerra Plaza are a couple of additional sights to visit in Santa Barbara.

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