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Our top choices for Historic Downtown Santa Barbara hotels

1. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,544 reviews)
"We loved it here!"
United States
Morgan
The price is AU$402
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hotel Santa Barbara

2. Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (709 reviews)
"Great place and walking distance to fun bars"
United States
Rodney J
The price is AU$252
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Haley Hotel

3. 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)
"Very nice and clean hotel."
United States
Irina
The price is AU$346
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4. 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, (504 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Emeterio
The price is AU$409
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

5. The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"Super cute place!"
United States
Luan
The price is AU$395
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
The Upham Hotel

6. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent hotel and staff. Loved Santa Barbara. We will be back !"
United States
Gavin
The price is AU$616
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

7. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
3.0 star property
Laguna, 0.6 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (318 reviews)
"Great location, within walking distance of most things. Parking was easy."
United States
Maria
The price is AU$286
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

8. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
4.5 star property
Laguna, 0.6 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (343 reviews)
"Great place to stay in Santa Barbara!"
United States
Melissa
The price is AU$362
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

9. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
0.7 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (226 reviews)
"Great location next to Downtown and waterfront. Spacious and clean room. Quiet and safe neighborhood. Would stay here again next time!"
United States
Jhoana
The price is AU$324
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

10. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.4 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,200 reviews)
"Stay was great, love the place"
United States
Lori
The price is AU$244
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Marina Beach Hotel

11. Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.5 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,314 reviews)
"Would stay again"
United States
Jose
The price is AU$243
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Beachside Inn

12. Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.4 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Cozy and cool property just a block away from the harbor. Great location to"
United States
James
The price is AU$263
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Harbor House Inn

13. The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.4 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,321 reviews)
"Great staff, excellent breakfast options, easy parking and comfy rooms."
United States
Bob
The price is AU$225
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
The Franciscan Hotel

14. Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1.2 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,355 reviews)
"Great location, close to beach, grounds well kept and very clean rooms. Stayed here multiple times and will continue."
United States
Brandon
The price is AU$340
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Lavender Inn by the Sea

15. Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.5 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice, we would stay here again."
United States
Wesley
The price is AU$275
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Castillo Inn at the Beach

16. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.3 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,436 reviews)
"Excellent location, clean and comfortable room."
United States
Anne
The price is AU$221
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

17. Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House
3.5 star property
The Funk Zone, 1.2 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Thank you for such a great stay, loved it!"
United States
Trent
The price is AU$263
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Riviera Beach House

18. The Presidio

The Presidio
2.0 star property
1.1 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (879 reviews)
"Well located and clean room. Easy to park."
United States
Rhea
The price is AU$210
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Presidio

19. Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel
4.5 star property
Oak Park, 1.5 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (79 reviews)
"Great location and comfortable rooms."
United States
Rich
The price is AU$327
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel

20. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.5 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,121 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay!"
United States
Amanda
The price is AU$317
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
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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
A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.
Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,544 reviews
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A bright kitchen with large windows, wicker furniture, and a wooden countertop.
The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,011 reviews
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A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and a pool.
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,001 reviews
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An outdoor patio with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by lush tropical plants.
Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
709 reviews
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A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and white buildings with arches.
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,000 reviews
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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.

Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and West Beach.

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 Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.

West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach 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 are the best hotels in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara that travellers recommend?
For excellent accommodation in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, The Upham Hotel comes highly recommended by travellers.

The 4-star Upham Hotel, with an impressive 9.0 rating, is frequently praised for its friendly and helpful staff, as well as its easily walkable and great location within the shopping district. Guests often highlight the great and lovely rooms, which feature premium bedding, climate control for cooling, and rainfall showerheads. Some rooms also include a fireplace for added comfort, and all guests can enjoy designer toiletries. The beautiful courtyard is another feature that receives frequent positive mentions. The hotel is conveniently located near points of interest such as the Alice Keck Memorial Garden, just 0.7 km away, and the Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum, 0.8 km distant.
What are the best family hotels in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?
For an excellent family hotel in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, The Upham Hotel is a superb choice.

This 4-star hotel, with a very high rating of 9.0, offers a range of features ideal for families, including complimentary cribs, sofa beds, and kitchens in some accommodations. Guests appreciate the outdoor spaces such as porches, lanais, patios, yards, and terraces. The Upham Hotel is also conveniently located, with the Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum just 0.8 km away and Alice Keck Memorial Garden 0.7 km away. Our customers frequently highlight the friendly and helpful staff, the easily walkable location, and the beautiful courtyard.
When is the best time to go to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?
The best time to go to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara is during spring (April to May) or autumn (September to October) when the weather is pleasantly warm and the crowds are smaller.

During these shoulder seasons, you'll find comfortable temperatures, typically ranging from the high teens to mid-twenties Celsius, which is ideal for exploring the city on foot or enjoying outdoor dining. The summer months (June to August) can be very busy with tourists, leading to higher prices and more crowded attractions. Winter (November to March) offers milder weather but has a higher chance of rain and some businesses might have reduced hours.

For those looking for a relaxing trip with ideal weather for sightseeing and enjoying the city's atmosphere, late spring or early autumn provides the superb balance of good conditions without the peak season bustle.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
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