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Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn
5.0 star property
Upper East
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (700 reviews)
"An absolutely great place. Beautiful grounds. Superb service. Great food. Comfortable room. Very special!!!"
United States
Antim
Simpson House Inn

Orange Tree Inn

Orange Tree Inn
2.5 star property
Upper East
7.6 out of 10, Good, (748 reviews)
"Nice room, quiet, convenient location "
United States
Derek
The price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Orange Tree Inn

Casa Castillo

Casa Castillo
4.0 star property
1.7 km from Upper East
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"We had a wonderful stay and felt very comfortable as a family. The place was clean, well-maintained, and exactly as described. The host was responsive and thoughtful, which made everything easy. "
United States
Zheng
The price is AU$360
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Casa Castillo

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, (1,006 reviews)
"Best stay ever "
United States
Tammy
The price is AU$194
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Bath Street Inn

Bath Street Inn
3.5 star property
Oak Park, 0.9 km from Upper East
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (328 reviews)
"Super clean, wonderful staff, beautiful quiet elegant place. Great amenities.."
United States
Donna
The price is AU$289
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Bath Street Inn

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
4.4 km from Upper East
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,023 reviews)
"Wonderful stay, would stay again"
United States
Nereyda
The price is AU$296
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn
3.5 star property
1.3 km from Upper East
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,197 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Chris
The price is AU$162
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Lemon Tree Inn

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Lower State, 2.5 km from Upper East
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"To start off the person you see first is the valet person he was very helpful and nice. The front desk was also very welcoming. The room was clean. All the staff were great, my sister and I enjoyed our stay."
United States
GLORIA
The price is AU$351
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The De La Vina Inn

The De La Vina Inn
3.5 star property
1.3 km from Upper East
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (69 reviews)
"Place is very welcoming and gorgeous back yard. Staff very helpful."
United States
Catherine
The price is AU$348
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
The De La Vina Inn

The Craft House Inn

The Craft House Inn
4.0 star property
1.4 km from Upper East
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (15 reviews)
"Home/room felt like home while our short stay away from home. Host was very helpful throughout our stay."
United States
Norma
The price is AU$379
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
The Craft House Inn

Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach
5.0 star property
Montecito, 7.8 km from Upper East
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (295 reviews)
"Everyone is very professional and helpful "
United States
Vigen
The price is AU$2,060
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Rosewood Miramar Beach

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
9.5 km from Upper East
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (219 reviews)
"Clean room, nice staff. "
United States
Michael
The price is AU$350
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
2.0 star property
2.5 km from Upper East
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,152 reviews)
"My family loves this hotel"
United States
Katia
The price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Sandpiper Lodge

Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 3.2 km from Upper East
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,025 reviews)
"Great staffs and excellent location. "
United States
Nick
The price is AU$229
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Marina Beach Motel

Agave Inn

Agave Inn
2.0 star property
2.1 km from Upper East
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (760 reviews)
"Very clean and big rooms; plenty of towels, separate place for luggage and coat hanging… "
United States
Sundararaman
The price is AU$178
includes taxes & fees
5 Feb - 6 Feb
Agave Inn

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
East Beach, 3.7 km from Upper East
7.8 out of 10, Good, (201 reviews)
"Perfect stay "
United States
Nishant
The price is AU$464
includes taxes & fees
5 Feb - 6 Feb
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
West Beach, 3 km from Upper East
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,335 reviews)
"Staff is very friendly and rooms are really clean . "
United States
Francis
The price is AU$290
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
West Beach, 3.2 km from Upper East
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Great stay "
United States
Omar
The price is AU$448
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Harbor View Inn

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach, 2.9 km from Upper East
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (366 reviews)
"Room was really clean and dog friendly. Staff was great and very helpful. "
United States
Ver
The price is AU$236
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
3.0 star property
3.4 km from Upper East
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,080 reviews)
"Nice Stay and plenty of variety for breakfast "
United States
Jacqueline
The price is AU$259
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
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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.

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.

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 Expedia customer reviews, Simpson House Inn is the highest ranked property in Upper East. This B&B offers free breakfast and free parking. Another favourite option in the neighbourhood is Orange Tree Inn.
How many hotels can I expect to find in Upper East?
Expedia has 32 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, Arlington Theater and Santa Barbara Public Market 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 Granada Theatre or Santa Barbara Museum of Art.