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Our top choices for Historic Downtown Santa Barbara hotels

1. Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (721 reviews)
"Great place and walking distance to fun bars"
United States
Rodney J
The price is CA $183
CA $223 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Haley Hotel

2. 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)
"Great location. Great staff at desk and valet. Very nice room. We’ll want to stay there again."
United States
John
The price is CA $314
CA $359 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,575 reviews)
"Great location, cool old building"
United States
Loren
The price is CA $417
CA $485 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Hotel Santa Barbara

4. 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, (509 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Emeterio
The price is CA $355
CA $405 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

5. The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Super cute place!"
United States
Luan
The price is CA $380
CA $434 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
The Upham Hotel

6. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent hotel and staff. Loved Santa Barbara. We will be back !"
United States
Gavin
The price is CA $465
CA $602 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

7. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
3.0 star property
Laguna, 0.6 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (326 reviews)
"Very clean and neat room for a few nights stay and convenience to a lot of places within walking distance."
United States
Isaac
The price is CA $144
CA $269 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

8. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
4.5 star property
Laguna, 0.6 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (366 reviews)
"Great place to stay in Santa Barbara!"
United States
Melissa
The price is CA $211
CA $345 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

9. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
0.7 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (237 reviews)
"This property was exactly as advertised. Very clean, very private, in a perfect location for everything Santa Barbara has to offer"
United States
Ryan
The price is CA $187
CA $318 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

10. Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.5 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,329 reviews)
"Would stay again"
United States
Jose
The price is CA $212
CA $242 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Beachside Inn

11. Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.4 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Cozy and cool property just a block away from the harbor. Great location to"
United States
James
The price is CA $225
CA $257 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Harbor House Inn

12. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.4 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,203 reviews)
"Lovely quiet hotel in a wonderful location! Will definitely stay there again"
United States
Ingrid
The price is CA $221
CA $251 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Marina Beach Hotel

13. The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.4 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,333 reviews)
"A nice place to stay"
United States
Dennis
The price is CA $196
CA $223 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
The Franciscan Hotel

14. Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.5 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"The area is very quiet and restaurants are around the corner."
United States
Fred
The price is CA $196
CA $224 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Castillo Inn at the Beach

15. 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, (1,116 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay here with friendly staff ;) loved it"
United States
Sarah
The price is CA $267
CA $304 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

16. Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
0.6 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Amazing property!"
United States
David
The price is CA $207
CA $341 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel

17. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.4 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,008 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
suzanne
The price is CA $258
CA $294 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
La Playa Inn

18. Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1.2 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,361 reviews)
"Very cute hotel. Loved that it had a lot of options for activities for my kids. Staff was very helpful and friendly."
United States
Summer
The price is CA $230
CA $263 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Lavender Inn by the Sea

19. Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel
4.5 star property
Oak Park, 1.5 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (89 reviews)
"We loved our stay at Casa Iglesia! We had our wedding at the Santa Barbara courthouse nearby, it was the perfect distance just a short drive down the street and perfect aesthetic for pictures. Overall, a lovely place would highly recommend."
United States
Jillian
The price is CA $146
CA $271 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel

20. The Presidio

The Presidio
2.0 star property
1.1 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (889 reviews)
"Well located and clean room. Easy to park."
United States
Rhea
The price is CA $168
CA $191 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
The Presidio
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Compare popular hotels in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.
Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,575 reviews
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A bright kitchen with large windows, wicker furniture, and a wooden countertop.
The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,005 reviews
View
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by lush tropical plants.
Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
721 reviews
View
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and a pool.
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,000 reviews
View
A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and white buildings with arches.
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,001 reviews
View

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.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
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How much is the nightly rate at a Historic Downtown Santa Barbara hotel?
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