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Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,403 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, (1,002 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

Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (657 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

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 24 - Jun 25
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)
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 $425
CA $486 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

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, (1,336 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

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

The Craft House Inn

The Craft House Inn
4.0 star property
0.8 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 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 CA $310
CA $353 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
The Craft House Inn

Casa Iglesia

Casa Iglesia
4.5 star property
Oak Park, 1.5 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
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 CA $208
CA $342 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Casa Iglesia

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
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

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, (360 reviews)
"Lovely place. Staff was accommodating. "
United States
Dawn
The price is CA $508
CA $589 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Inn on Summer Hill

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, (1,527 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 6 - Jul 7
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
5.2 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean, great staff, walkable neighborhood"
United States
Sandra
The price is CA $260
CA $296 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
4.0 star property
5.6 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Wonderful stay!"
United States
Anthony
The price is CA $315
CA $419 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Montecito Inn

El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
2 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (571 reviews)
"Wonderful stay"
United States
Dylan
The price is CA $991
CA $1,234 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 24 - Jun 25
El Encanto 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, (1,003 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

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

Rancho Oso RV & Camping Resort

Rancho Oso RV & Camping Resort
2.0 star property
14.4 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (70 reviews)
"The cabin we had was wonderful. Kitchen was stocked so well. It was clean and pleasant. However, if you advertise a restaurant and you are 17 MILES away from everything, that advertised restaurant better be open. We were panicked when the restaurant had not been open for over 1.5 years!!! The thought of going back 17 miles on a country road after driving over 5 hours was a deal breaker. Although staff was super and helped us find some food in the little convenience store (which closed at...
United States
Denise
The price is CA $299
CA $340 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Rancho Oso RV & Camping Resort

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
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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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