Downtown Santa Barbara Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Santa Barbara
Stay near popular Downtown Santa Barbara attractions
Activities
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
AU$97
per adult
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
AU$53
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
AU$83
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
AU$49
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Downtown Santa Barbara Hotel Deals
Hotel Santa Barbara
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$404 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
AU$404
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
31 W Carrillo St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$643 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
AU$643
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"All the staff were so kind, helpful, and overall welcoming. They went above and beyond to ensure our stay was perfect. We were by a window over the trash area, and close to the fire station so there were some louder moments when we weren’t expecting them but overall great stay."
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2026
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
524 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$366 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$366
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Haley Hotel
26 E Haley St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$235 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
AU$235
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free bicycles on-site and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (705 reviews)
"It was very clean. The bedding and pillows were very comfortable. The towels were soft. The courtyard was relaxing to spend time in. The major problem, which we lost sleep over for 2 nights, was that the blinds did not block light. There was a bright parking lot light that shone through our big main ..."
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2026
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
17 W Haley St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$334 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
AU$334
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Great Location. However, We were very disappointed in the size of the rooms. I have never, ever stayed at a hotel room without a closet or place to hang clothes. Also no room safe."
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2026
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
4200 Via Real Carpinteria CA
The price is AU$114 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$114
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
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.
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Santa Barbara
Find the best 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.
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.
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Arlington Theater might round out your trip.
