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Our top choices for Upper East hotels

Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn
5.0 star property
Upper East
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (715 reviews)
"Beautiful property, convenient location, fantastic staff"
United States
Joe
The price is AU$666
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Simpson House Inn

Orange Tree Inn

Orange Tree Inn
2.5 star property
Upper East
7.6 out of 10, Good, (788 reviews)
"Basic hotel, clean rooms and in good location."
United States
Margherita
The price is AU$169
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Orange Tree Inn

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
26.5 km from Upper East
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Great stay here! Amazing view from our room. Staff was nice & the food from the hotel restaurant was solid! "
United States
Vincent
The price is AU$267
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
7 km from Upper East
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,095 reviews)
"Absolutely beautiful hotel! Beautiful views, wonderful staff. And an excellent continental breakfast. It was an amazing time."
United States
Maria
The price is AU$274
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
East Beach, 4.1 km from Upper East
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice alternative to the very expensive hotels in the area."
United States
geoffrey
The price is AU$230
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 star property
17.5 km from Upper East
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,494 reviews)
"Our family loves staying at the Best Western Carpinteria. "
United States
Brian
The price is AU$244
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
2.0 star property
19 km from Upper East
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,271 reviews)
"Friendly staff , clean rooms , nearby stores"
United States
Samantha
The price is AU$151
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Vagabond Inn - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn - Carpinteria North
2.5 star property
16.9 km from Upper East
Vagabond Inn - Carpinteria North

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
2.5 star property
19.2 km from Upper East
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Awesome hotel. Clean with super nice people. We always stay at this property and it never disappoint. "
United States
Magdalena
The price is AU$303
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
19.1 km from Upper East
7.0 out of 10, Good, (664 reviews)
"The room was clean but small. Small bathroom and it's a Motel."
United States
Richard
The price is AU$185
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Casa Del Sol

Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn
3.5 star property
1.3 km from Upper East
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,280 reviews)
"Relaxing, quiet great restaurant in the building "
United States
Cassie
The price is AU$207
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Lemon Tree Inn

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South
2.0 star property
19.1 km from Upper East
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (264 reviews)
"Good for an overnight stay"
United States
Angela
The price is AU$189
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
East Beach, 4.3 km from Upper East
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
United States
Debojyoti
The price is AU$206
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
The Inn at East Beach

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
2.0 star property
2.5 km from Upper East
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,399 reviews)
"Everything was great I really like the breakfast and the rooms for a good night's sleep it is a great place to go and close the door and just chill! "
United States
Timothy
The price is AU$205
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Sandpiper Lodge

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
6.3 km from Upper East
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Everything was awesome and we would definitely stay again."
United States
Joyce Marie
The price is AU$275
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
West Beach, 3 km from Upper East
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,340 reviews)
"Great little place! Breakfast was delicious, lots of great outdoor seating. Room was perfect. "
United States
Molly
The price is AU$296
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Lavender Inn by the Sea

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
2.0 star property
16.9 km from Upper East
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,127 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
United States
Mario
The price is AU$135
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill
3.0 star property
11 km from Upper East
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (355 reviews)
"Lovely place. Staff was accommodating. "
United States
Dawn
The price is AU$337
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May
Inn on Summer Hill

Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
4.0 star property
6.8 km from Upper East
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"The staff was absolutely outstanding, in all areas, during our stay"
United States
Lisa
The price is AU$522
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Montecito Inn

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
East Beach, 4.1 km from Upper East
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Overall great stay!"
United States
Juliann
The price is AU$242
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
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Our guide on where to stay in Upper East

Find the best Upper East 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 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's it like in Upper East?
Travellers to the Upper East neighbourhood in Santa Barbara will be sure to enjoy their stay. Make sure that you visit Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum as part of your Upper East travel plans.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Upper East?
Based on our traveller data, Orange Tree Inn is one of the top choices for your stay in Upper East. This hotel offers an outdoor pool and private balconies. Another good option for your stay in the neighbourhood is Simpson House Inn.
How many hotels can I expect to find in Upper East?
Expedia has 31 hotels and other accommodation options in Upper East 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 Upper East, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer in Upper East.
What is there to do in this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Upper East with a visit to Alice Keck Memorial Garden and Alameda Park. You could also plan a visit to Mission Santa Barbara or Santa Barbara Natural History Museum while you're in the neighbourhood. Santa Barbara Symphony Orchestra, Arts and Culture Center and Arlington Theater are just a few of the places to visit in and around Upper East. While you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara, make sure that you visit other sights such as Santa Barbara Public Market or Granada Theatre.