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Top Trending Hotels Near Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara

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Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1010)
"Great location and nice historic property beautifully restored."
United States
Lynette
The price is P10,890
P12,663 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Hotel Santa Barbara
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel

4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Pleasant hotel in the midst of downtown Santa Barbara."
United States
Bob
The price is P12,437
P14,178 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
The Upham Hotel
Exterior
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"The location is excellent and we loved the hotel! "
United States
victoria
The price is P12,252
P13,991 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

3.5 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (392)
"The staff was nice and the hotel was comfy "
United States
Tiffany
The price is P12,847
P14,671 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Exterior
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, rooms were always clean. Property was very clean and restaurant was very good, right in the middle of everything from shopping to the beach."
United States
Jeffery
The price is P18,543
P23,821 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Tasting room
Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel

3.5 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (576)
"Perfect location! Wonderful hotel! Would highly recommend and would definitely stay here again!"
Canada
Meghan
The price is P8,718
P10,528 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Haley Hotel
3 outdoor pools, open 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

5.0 star property
20.1 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"A real treat to stay here! The staff, food, amenities were all top notch!"
United States
Lori
The price is P26,516
P33,805 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Exterior
Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
West Beach, 1.2 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1766)
"Everything was great, clean, good staff, great breakfast and good location "
United States
Maria
The price is P9,519
P10,870 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Inn By The Harbor
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.3 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1962)
"Hotel was nice and location was great."
Canada
Donald
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Sports facility
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
5.8 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1007)
"Nice clean property, friendly staff, ample choices for breakfast. Great ambiance "
United States
Tapan
The price is P10,577
P12,467 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Front of property
Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn

3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.4 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Great cute little hotel Lovely pool area Very likable "
United States
MOJGAN
The price is P12,343
P14,425 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Mason Beach Inn
View from property
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.5 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1082)
"Clean room, great breakfast choices and location is perfect across from the beach."
United States
Erika
The price is P8,150
P9,306 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Beachside Inn
Terrace/patio
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

3.0 star property
13.1 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (495)
"Family’s friendly but still felt upscale. Nice room layout. Decorated well. Very safe and clean. Close to restaurants and close to Santa Barbara."
United States
Sarah
The price is P14,291
P16,351 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
View from property
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.5 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1094)
"Great place."
Canada
Mario
The price is P9,980
P11,378 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Sports facility
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

4.0 star property
East Beach, 2.3 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
7.6 out of 10, Good, (142)
"Great place"
United States
James
The price is P12,542
P16,975 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Exterior detail
The Milo

The Milo

3.5 star property
West Beach, 1.5 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1473)
"I’ve stayed here many times and it was great as always. "
United States
Adam
The price is P12,058
P13,769 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
The Milo
Balcony view
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

3.0 star property
15.4 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Andy
The price is P10,806
P12,124 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

2.0 star property
11.8 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1179)
"Friendly staff Very clean"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is P5,078
P5,966 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
Courtyard
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

2.5 star property
11.1 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Clean, friendly staff, beautiful grounds"
United States
Diana
The price is P9,989
P11,407 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

4.0 star property
East Beach, 2.9 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (979)
"The staff was nice, especially the valet, the location convenient, but it does not present like the photos online; in person it was about the same as much cheaper smaller hotels right near by....."
United States
Tari
The price is P12,697
P16,855 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
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Where to stay in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Find the best Historic Downtown Santa Barbara areas and neighborhoods 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 in the area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

Santa Barbara showing a coastal town
Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair
Open Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair

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

While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach.

East Beach

East Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

Top Historic Downtown Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Good good place to stay clean and safe very required staff trained well I recommend this place room with the balconies has a beautiful ocean of you"
mikhail 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

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Frequently asked questions

What is Historic Downtown Santa Barbara like?
Travelers love the Historic Downtown Santa Barbara neighborhood for its beautiful beaches, array of dining options, and major shopping area. Are you looking for Historic Downtown Santa Barbara travel tips? Be sure to check out Lobero Theater and Paseo Nuevo Mall while you're in the neighborhood.
What's the best accommodation in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Hotel Santa Barbara is the highest ranked property in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. This hotel offers a 24-hour fitness center and free WiFi. Other favorite options in the area include The Upham Hotel and Haley Hotel.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?
Expedia has 35 hotels and other accommodations in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara 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 Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara.
What is there to do in this Santa Barbara neighborhood?
Sights like Lobero Theater, Santa Barbara Museum of Art, and Arlington Theater can be part of your cultural tour of Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. Paseo Nuevo Mall and La Arcada are also a couple of places to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Historic Downtown Santa Barbara include Hill-Carrillo Adobe, Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum, and Casa de la Guerra. While you're out sightseeing, De la Guerra Plaza and El Capitan Lake are a couple of additional sights to visit in Santa Barbara.