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1505 Cheap Hotels in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara - Specials, Reviews, & Last Minute Deals

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
Terrace/patio

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (838)
"Great staff and perfect location"
The price is AU$464
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Beach nearby

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Friendly staff "
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
The Upham Hotel
Signature Single Room, 1 King Bed, Lanai, Garden Area

The Upham Hotel

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Beautiful place and lovely stay, will be back"
The price is AU$337
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
The Upham Hotel
Hotel Santa Barbara
Front of property

Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1012)
"Gorgeously remodeled property. Loved all the decor and the location. Service was also stellar. Will absolutely stay here again! "
The price is AU$424
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Hotel Santa Barbara
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, (1002)
"Perfect place to stay at Santa Barbara!"
The price is AU$444
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Sandpiper Lodge
Lobby sitting area

Sandpiper Lodge

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1787)
"Very nice place to stay"
The price is AU$214
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Sandpiper Lodge
Haley Hotel
Tasting room

Haley Hotel

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (545)
"What a gem, love the amenities and overall vibe of the place. Perfect location, walking distance to State St and the pier. Really enjoyed our stay! "
The price is AU$321
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Haley Hotel
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, (370)
"The Drift Hotel was so amazing! It was the perfect location to walk around State St, and explore around Santa Barbara"
The price is AU$435
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Exterior

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"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."
The price is AU$615
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Social Stays
Fridge, microwave, dishwasher

Social Stays

1.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (19)
"It's a hostel, but it was very nice, and very clean. "
The price is AU$117
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Social Stays
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Property amenity

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1232)
"It is a beutifull place, Spanish style building. "
The price is AU$252
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Rosewood Miramar Beach
1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Rosewood Miramar Beach

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (281)
"One of the best properties I’ve stayed at. Beautiful and clean . Service is excellent. "
The price is AU$2,882
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Rosewood Miramar Beach
Santa Barbara Inn
Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view

Santa Barbara Inn

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Close to the Beach and great food"
The price is AU$591
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Santa Barbara Inn
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
Outdoor pool

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (202)
"Very nice cozy hotel"
The price is AU$438
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
Montecito Inn
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | View from room

Montecito Inn

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Beautiful and well maintained "
The price is AU$353
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Montecito Inn
The Franciscan Hotel
Front of property

The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1025)
"Great location, nice boutique hotel "
The Franciscan Hotel
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Sports facility

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1011)
"Enjoyed my stay!!"
The price is AU$353
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony)

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1848)
"Great location, close to the beach, with a nice park across the street. The room was clean and comfortable and the complimentary breakfast is a nice touch. "
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
El Encanto Santa Barbara
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine

El Encanto Santa Barbara

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (517)
"We especially appreciated the handicap access of our room and the pathways."
The price is AU$925
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
El Encanto Santa Barbara
Mason Beach Inn
Front of property

Mason Beach Inn

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (983)
"Such a lovely little hotel close to the beach and beautiful. "
The price is AU$461
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Mason Beach Inn
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Our guide on where to stay in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

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

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.

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.

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

8 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 Lobero Theater or Santa Barbara County Courthouse might round out your trip.

West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Carriage 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.

Top Historic Downtown Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

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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 Granada Theatre while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite place to stay 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 favourite options in the area include Social Stays and The Upham Hotel.

How many hotels are there in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?

Expedia has 28 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, 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 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 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.