Downtown Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara

A historic building with arched windows and a bell tower, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.
A white building with a clock tower, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained lawn.
A historic building with a clock tower, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained lawn.
A coastal town with a prominent white building with a red roof, palm trees, and mountains in the background.
A coastal cityscape with a prominent white building with red-tiled roofs, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

Stay near popular Downtown Santa Barbara attractions

A historic building with a clock tower, arched windows, and a central archway.

Santa Barbara County Courthouse

9.2/10 (1,499 reviews)
See the best views of Santa Barbara and enjoy a stunning variety of architectural styles at the city’s historic courthouse.
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Things to do

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

P2,338
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
Helicopter Beach Tour

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

P4,246
per adult
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

P2,277
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
Santa Barbara Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Full Bar

Santa Barbara Sunset Cruise on Yacht

P4,000
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Sunset Cruise on Yacht
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map

Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map

P2,154
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Sunset Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor

Sunset Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)

P5,476
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sunset Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
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Top hotels in Downtown Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

4 out of 5
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is P18,119 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P18,119
P21,069 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Hotel Santa Barbara
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

4 out of 5
31 W Carrillo St Santa Barbara CA
The price is P24,626 per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
P24,626
P31,199 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Extremely disappointed with our stay, especially considering the price and the level of service we expected. We did not feel the experience came anywhere close to justifying the cost. From the beginning, the staff was generally unhelpful and did not provide the level of attentiveness or hospitality ..."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2026

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

3.5 out of 5
524 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is P16,403 per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
P16,403
P18,731 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (477 reviews)
"The property was super modern — sadly the AC was not working properly so I got offer some discount. It works because I only stay for a day but my friends had two nights of that. Not fun in the summer. But we spent most of our day out, and used bicycle from the hotel which was fun. Location is excellent. ..."

Reviewed on Aug 9, 2026

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel

3.5 out of 5
26 E Haley St Santa Barbara CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P10,467 per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
P10,467
P12,541 total
Sep 8 - Sep 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free bicycles on site, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
Haley Hotel
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
17 W Haley St Santa Barbara CA
The price is P16,195 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
P16,195
P18,493 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Room was immaculate, comfortable, and well-lit. Staff was helpful and friendly. And the location is unbeatable: right by State Street and the Funk Zone but still peaceful, and close to the Santa Barbara Bowl! We would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2026

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

2 out of 5
5550 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
The price is P5,157 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P5,157
P6,183 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,545 reviews)
"It was clean and good for what we needed. Free parking and laundry on site but property is pretty dated but ok for 1 nights stay"

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
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Where to stay in Downtown Santa Barbara

Find the best Downtown Santa Barbara areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal town with a pier extending into the ocean, a beach, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.

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.

A coastal beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

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.

A marina with multiple boats docked, calm water, and a clear sky.
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West Beach

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

A beach with palm trees, a pier, and the ocean at sunset.

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.

A large tree with dense foliage in a park.

Lower State

While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like Reagan Ranch Center and Moreton Bay Fig Tree.

Downtown Santa Barbara