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Our top choices for Santa Barbara historic hotels

A room with a large window overlooking a mountainous landscape.
A room with bunk beds, a chair, a small table, and blue curtains.
A hotel lobby with leather chairs, a vending machine, and a reception desk.
A hallway with wooden ceiling beams, a fire extinguisher, and a framed picture on the wall.

1. Hotel Galería Plaza

Hotel Galería Plaza
Santa Bárbara
AU$64
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Hotel Galería Plaza
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a tray with breakfast items.
A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, large potted plants, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A spacious living area with a leather sofa, a coffee table, and a large window with curtains.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a modern building.

2. Hotel Lagoon

Hotel Lagoon
Rionegro
United States
Isabela
AU$181
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hotel Lagoon
A swimming pool with tiled edges, surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.
A traditional wooden building with a sloped roof and a balcony.
A spacious indoor venue with high ceilings and natural light, featuring wooden tables and chairs, and various floral arrangements.
A cobblestone path leading to a house with a tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and vibrant pink bougainvillea flowers.

3. Autenthico Sajonia Hotel Aeropuerto

Autenthico Sajonia Hotel Aeropuerto
Rionegro
United States
Mabel Angela Frias
AU$51
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Autenthico Sajonia Hotel Aeropuerto
A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, and a view through a glass door.
A reception desk with a wooden finish, a logo, and a view of greenery outside.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, bedside tables, and a view of greenery through a window.
A garden pathway with various plants and a palm tree.

4. Isak Hotel & Golf Airport

Isak Hotel & Golf Airport
Rionegro
Australia
Cristina
AU$111
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Isak Hotel & Golf Airport
A row of modern, glass-roofed buildings with a garden in front featuring various colorful flowers.
A room with two beds, a table, and a chair. There is a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.
A reception desk with a star-shaped light fixture, a Coca-Cola refrigerator, and a vending machine.
A small, single-story building with a sloped roof, numbered 1 and 2, indicating separate units. A concrete staircase leads to a door with a glass panel, revealing a bed and a wall-mounted light fixture.

5. NEW STAR CENTER

NEW STAR CENTER
Rionegro
United States
Julienne
AU$87
5 Oct - 6 Oct
NEW STAR CENTER
A spiral staircase with blue railings and a central light source.
A modern hotel room with a bed, a TV, a small desk, and a bathroom with a shower and toilet.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and bar stools.
A hotel with multiple balconies, a prominent entrance, and a sign indicating it is a hotel.

6. Hotel Once22

Hotel Once22
Sabaneta
United States
Norma
AU$87
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Hotel Once22
A modern restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a counter with staff, and large windows with a view of greenery.
A gym with a neon sign reading 'GYM MODE ON' and exercise equipment.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a coffee machine, and a TV screen.
An outdoor patio with a striped umbrella, a table with chairs, and potted plants.

7. Hotel Santiago de Arma

Hotel Santiago de Arma
Rionegro
United States
Jose
AU$178
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Hotel Santiago de Arma
A modern lounge area with a blue sofa, pendant lights, a refrigerator stocked with snacks, and a chalkboard wall with food illustrations.
A modern lobby with glass walls, a tiled floor, and a potted plant.
A modern reception area with a black counter, a digital display, and a wall decorated with food and drink illustrations.
A brick building with a sign reading "ibis budget."

8. ibis budget Medellín Itagüí Metro

ibis budget Medellín Itagüí Metro
Itagüí
United States
Heroll
AU$56
11 Oct - 12 Oct
ibis budget Medellín Itagüí Metro
A modern outdoor pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a table with umbrellas.
A modern meeting room with a wooden table, black chairs, and a potted plant.
A bar area with stools, shelves with bottles, and a counter.
A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, seating area, and a large window.

9. Movich Hotel Las Lomas

Movich Hotel Las Lomas
Rionegro
United States
Anuradha
AU$236
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Movich Hotel Las Lomas
An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a brick floor, and a view of a building with large windows and indoor lighting.
A modern living area with a sofa, ottomans, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a hanging plant.
A modern hotel entrance with a prominent sign reading "Fairfield by Marriott" and a staircase leading to the lobby.

10. Fairfield by Marriott Medellin Sabaneta

Fairfield by Marriott Medellin Sabaneta
Sabaneta
United States
Michael
AU$127
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Fairfield by Marriott Medellin Sabaneta
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Frequently asked questions

What should a history buff expect from a stay in Santa Barbara?
You're likely already making plans to see the historical sites while on holiday in Santa Barbara. And while you are here in the area, why not also discover all you'll find to see and do here?
How many historical hotels will I find in Santa Barbara?
Santa Barbara is home to 8 lodging options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.
What are the most important historical sites and other places in Santa Barbara?
Places to visit in the wider area include El Retiro Park, La Ceja Central Park and Cerro Tusa. You'll also find Principal Park and Santa Cecilia Church in the area.
What is a historic hotel like in Santa Barbara?
Guests who choose a historic hotel can spend a night or two someplace that has an official historic designation. A palace, castle, grand home or even an old police station, pub, lodge or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are typically found within the guestrooms or public spaces of these historic hotels in Santa Barbara, giving a sense of history.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
"Heritage hotel" is a term often used in Asia and Europe, while "historic hotel" is a term often used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The physical building and architecture of a historic hotel tends to be the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, it's often the cultural value as well as how it influenced the community.
Do historic hotels in Santa Barbara have modern facilities?
Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, though efforts have been made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi and the normal amenities found in most hotels will be available in a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Santa Barbara, don't worry that you'll find yourself staying at a place that's uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.

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