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Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,401 reviews)
"Great hotel!!! "
United States
Jamie
The price is CA $365
CA $425 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Hotel Santa Barbara

The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Good location in downtown SB, good value! Parking available! Very friendly and helpful front desk staff. Will certainly stay again!"
United States
David
The price is CA $248
CA $283 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
The Upham Hotel

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, (450 reviews)
"Excellent, very quaint, beautifully decorated, staff is amazing, convenient to shopping restaurants and beach"
United States
Matthew
The price is CA $381
CA $435 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"It’s a great home base in a convenient downtown location"
United States
Lisa Ann
The price is CA $548
CA $697 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

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, (1,001 reviews)
"Loved this hotel. Great location"
United States
Cayley
The price is CA $430
CA $491 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (656 reviews)
"Walking distance to the beach and restaurants"
United States
Guillermo
The price is CA $260
CA $310 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Haley Hotel

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
25.1 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
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 CA $251
CA $282 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 24 - Jun 25
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
2.0 star property
17.7 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,332 reviews)
"Great location and wonderful staff"
United States
Stephen
The price is CA $112
CA $132 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
8.3 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,204 reviews)
"Friendly staff rooms were clean Overall a great stay."
United States
Nancy
The price is CA $282
CA $327 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
2.5 star property
17.9 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location and clean"
United States
Natalie
The price is CA $324
CA $373 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 24 - Jun 25
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 star property
16.3 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,526 reviews)
"Clean and well located hotel. Close to the beach. We really enjoyed our stay"
United States
Paulina
The price is CA $239
CA $276 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill
3.0 star property
9.9 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (359 reviews)
"Lovely place. Staff was accommodating. "
United States
Dawn
The price is CA $508
CA $589 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 24 - Jun 25
Inn on Summer Hill

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
East Beach, 2.7 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Amazing property and great service."
United States
jelica
The price is CA $358
CA $409 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Santa Barbara Inn

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
East Beach, 2.3 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
7.8 out of 10, Good, (323 reviews)
"Great stay! Use the fire pits at night."
United States
Salina
The price is CA $464
CA $594 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
2.0 star property
15.7 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,197 reviews)
"Great place for staying. "
United States
Yanchao
The price is CA $108
CA $128 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
17.9 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
7.0 out of 10, Good, (678 reviews)
"Sick vibes"
United States
Alex
The price is CA $239
CA $306 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Casa Del Sol

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach, 1.2 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (441 reviews)
"Great place to stay!!"
United States
Viviano
The price is CA $312
CA $356 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
East Beach, 2.9 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"great location!"
United States
Karen
The price is CA $192
CA $219 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 22 - Jun 23
The Inn at East Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
East Beach, 2.8 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,388 reviews)
"A great spot just a stones throw to the beach. Very clean and tidy, just what we needed for a couple of nights."
United Kingdom
Angus
The price is CA $273
CA $311 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
2.0 star property
4.1 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 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 CA $163
CA $197 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
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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.

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 West Beach.

Montecito

Celebrity-favored Montecito offers backcountry hiking trails and attractions like Lotusland and El Fureidis. Easily accessible via State Route 192 and the U.S. 101 Freeway, it's well-connected to Santa Barbara County.

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

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hotels in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara that travellers recommend?
For excellent accommodation in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, The Upham Hotel comes highly recommended by travellers.

The 4-star Upham Hotel, with an impressive 9.0 rating, is frequently praised for its friendly and helpful staff, as well as its easily walkable and great location within the shopping district. Guests often highlight the great and lovely rooms, which feature premium bedding, climate control for cooling, and rainfall showerheads. Some rooms also include a fireplace for added comfort, and all guests can enjoy designer toiletries. The beautiful courtyard is another feature that receives frequent positive mentions. The hotel is conveniently located near points of interest such as the Alice Keck Memorial Garden, just 0.7 km away, and the Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum, 0.8 km distant.
What are the best family hotels in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?
For an excellent family hotel in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, The Upham Hotel is a superb choice.

This 4-star hotel, with a very high rating of 9.0, offers a range of features ideal for families, including complimentary cribs, sofa beds, and kitchens in some accommodations. Guests appreciate the outdoor spaces such as porches, lanais, patios, yards, and terraces. The Upham Hotel is also conveniently located, with the Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum just 0.8 km away and Alice Keck Memorial Garden 0.7 km away. Our customers frequently highlight the friendly and helpful staff, the easily walkable location, and the beautiful courtyard.
When is the best time to go to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?
The best time to go to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara is during spring (April to May) or autumn (September to October) when the weather is pleasantly warm and the crowds are smaller.

During these shoulder seasons, you'll find comfortable temperatures, typically ranging from the high teens to mid-twenties Celsius, which is ideal for exploring the city on foot or enjoying outdoor dining. The summer months (June to August) can be very busy with tourists, leading to higher prices and more crowded attractions. Winter (November to March) offers milder weather but has a higher chance of rain and some businesses might have reduced hours.

For those looking for a relaxing trip with ideal weather for sightseeing and enjoying the city's atmosphere, late spring or early autumn provides the superb balance of good conditions without the peak season bustle.
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