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Orange Tree Inn

Orange Tree Inn
2.5 star property
Upper East
7.8 out of 10, Good, (814 reviews)
"Basic hotel, clean rooms and in good location."
United States
Margherita
The price is AU$189
includes taxes & fees
22 July - 23 July
Orange Tree Inn

Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn
5.0 star property
Upper East
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (723 reviews)
"One of the best places we have stayed in."
United States
Victor
The price is AU$559
includes taxes & fees
22 June - 23 June
Simpson House Inn

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
2.0 star property
19 km from Upper East
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,338 reviews)
"Great location and wonderful staff"
United States
Stephen
The price is AU$137
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

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, (1,003 reviews)
"Cant wait to return. Very charming and perfect for a romantic getaway"
United States
Megan
The price is AU$319
includes taxes & fees
25 June - 26 June
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
2.0 star property
16.9 km from Upper East
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,199 reviews)
"Great place for staying. "
United States
Yanchao
The price is AU$129
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

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, (1,530 reviews)
"Clean and well located hotel. Close to the beach. We really enjoyed our stay"
United States
Paulina
The price is AU$278
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Casa Iglesia

Casa Iglesia
4.5 star property
Oak Park, 0.6 km from Upper East
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"Such a beautiful property!! The room was spacious and had everything we could’ve needed, the bed was so comfortable. Super easy check in / check out process. Would definitely stay here again"
United States
Monique
The price is AU$377
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
Casa Iglesia

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)
"Great stay"
United States
Leticia I
The price is AU$376
includes taxes & fees
24 June - 25 June
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
East Beach, 4.1 km from Upper East
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Amazing property and great service."
United States
jelica
The price is AU$412
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June
Santa Barbara Inn

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, (1,207 reviews)
"Friendly staff rooms were clean Overall a great stay."
United States
Nancy
The price is AU$356
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

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, (1,003 reviews)
"great location!"
United States
Karen
The price is AU$209
includes taxes & fees
23 June - 24 June
The Inn at East Beach

Rose Garden Inn

Rose Garden Inn
1.5 star property
2.8 km from Upper East
6.6 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"Great plaxe to stay"
United States
David
The price is AU$189
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June
Rose Garden Inn

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
2.0 star property
2.5 km from Upper East
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,496 reviews)
"Clean and spacious accommodations and friendly staff."
United States
William
The price is AU$207
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June
Sandpiper Lodge

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, (324 reviews)
"Great stay! Use the fire pits at night."
United States
Salina
The price is AU$597
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

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)
"Clean room and super convenient location. The staff are quite friendly as well."
United States
Jamil
The price is AU$366
includes taxes & fees
30 June - 1 July
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

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, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean, great staff, walkable neighborhood"
United States
Sandra
The price is AU$295
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
2.0 star property
2.5 km from Upper East
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Had a great nights stay and the receptionist was extremely helpful. Will be staying again when I come for my next fishing excursion"
United States
Phillip
The price is AU$213
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
4.0 star property
6.8 km from Upper East
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Wonderful stay!"
United States
Anthony
The price is AU$422
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June
Montecito Inn

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
2.0 star property
10.6 km from Upper East
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,206 reviews)
"If you need a quick place to stay, this is the place. It’s in a great neighborhood and clean."
United States
Jason
The price is AU$193
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Town and Country Inn

Town and Country Inn
2.5 star property
1.3 km from Upper East
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Decent place to stay."
United States
Kelly
The price is AU$198
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
Town and Country 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.

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'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 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 Alameda Park and Alice Keck Memorial Garden. 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.