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A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

A bar area with a high ceiling and skylight, wooden flooring, and a bar counter with stools.

A room with a wooden floor, two brown armchairs, a round table with a book and a plant, a framed painting on the wall, and a wooden door with intricate carvings.

1. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 0.5 km from Santa Barbara Historical Museum

Karri

CA $320

CA $373 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through a glass door to the outdoors.

A modern bedroom with a large window, a bedside table, a chair, and a built-in kitchen area.

A star-shaped hanging light fixture in a white-walled room with an arched ceiling.

A hallway leading to a living area with a sofa, a small table, and a view of greenery outside.

2. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 0.2 km from Santa Barbara Historical Museum

Katia

CA $281

CA $425 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A large, two-story building with a tiled roof, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a pergola with vines, and a view of greenery.

A table with a pitcher, wine glasses, and snacks by a window with a view of palm trees and a building.

A pathway flanked by lush greenery and palm trees, leading to a building with a tiled roof.

3. Inn By The Harbor

West Beach, 1.3 km from Santa Barbara Historical Museum

emiliano

CA $334

CA $382 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a large window with a view of palm trees and a balcony.

A lobby with a wooden floor, two patterned armchairs, a small table, and a wall with three framed pictures.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden flooring, and a dining area with orange chairs and a table.

4. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

West Beach, 1.3 km from Santa Barbara Historical Museum

Julia

CA $218

CA $260 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a view of the outdoors.

A swimming pool with a tiled border, a potted plant, and a staircase with colorful tiles.

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a bench. There are two doors leading to a balcony, and a chandelier hangs from the ceiling.

5. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 1.3 km from Santa Barbara Historical Museum

hoan

CA $377

CA $430 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A patio with striped sofas and a table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and flowers.

A hotel room with a large window, two chairs, a small table, and a lamp.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of the beach and sailboats.

A two-story building with a tiled roof, multiple windows, and a well-maintained garden with flowering plants and a tree.

6. The Milo

West Beach, 1.4 km from Santa Barbara Historical Museum

Greg

CA $415

CA $474 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

A hallway with a checkered curtain, a framed artwork, a bench, a potted plant, and a wooden cabinet with handles.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, potted plants, and a small pool.

A cozy living room with a bar area, comfortable seating, and a large window with plants.

7. Palihouse Santa Barbara

0.3 km from Santa Barbara Historical Museum

Demey

CA $592

CA $676 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A bright kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a view through glass doors to an outdoor patio.

A table with a pitcher of dark liquid, a clear pitcher, and glasses, along with small bowls of pretzels and nuts.

A beachside path with bicycles, palm trees, and a clear sky.

A hotel with a red roof, multiple balconies, and a parking lot.

8. Lavender Inn by the Sea

West Beach, 1.3 km from Santa Barbara Historical Museum

Terry

CA $311

CA $355 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

An outdoor patio area with stone flooring, wooden chairs, and tables. There are palm trees and a decorative stone wall with a statue.

A hotel reception area with a granite reception desk, black leather chairs, a large flat-screen TV, and a potted orchid.

A dining area with a wooden table, grey chairs, a black floor lamp, and a cityscape painting on the wall.

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining table with chairs. There is a kitchen in the background with white cabinets and a television mounted on the wall.

9. The Franciscan Hotel

West Beach, 1.3 km from Santa Barbara Historical Museum

Bob

CA $250

CA $285 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A bright kitchen with large windows, wicker furniture, and a wooden countertop.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with wicker furniture, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A two-story house with a covered porch, a small garden, and a brick pathway.

A house with a porch, a small garden, and a mailbox.

10. The Upham Hotel

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, 1.1 km from Santa Barbara Historical Museum

Rana

CA $280

CA $319 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A modern living room with two grey sofas, a small woven stool, and a large wall clock.

A spacious lobby with large windows, comfortable seating, a reception desk, and a bookshelf.

A marina with parked cars and boats, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table with a lamp, and a large window offering a view of the beach and palm trees.

11. Beachside Inn

West Beach, 1.5 km from Santa Barbara Historical Museum

Rebecca

CA $262

CA $299 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A traditional building with a white facade, arched windows, and a balcony with a railing.

A white building with a red-tiled roof, a covered entrance, and a garden with various plants.

A modern hotel bathroom with a large mirror, vanity, and a vase of flowers.

A modern entrance with a glass door, a potted plant, and a number '8' on the wall.

12. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

0.8 km from Santa Barbara Historical Museum

Jhoana

CA $268

CA $410 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, palm trees, and a view of buildings in the background.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a clear view of the ocean, and palm trees.

A lobby with a central seating area, a patterned floor, and a decorative ceiling.

A spacious lobby with a patterned floor, a large chandelier, and a chess table.

13. Hotel Californian

The Funk Zone, 1.2 km from Santa Barbara Historical Museum

Karen

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and white buildings with arches.

The exterior of Hotel Virginia with a prominent entrance, a flag, and a well-lit facade.

A modern bar area with a high bar counter, multiple stools, and a large wine rack.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a bar area in the background.

14. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Lower State, 0.6 km from Santa Barbara Historical Museum

Irina

CA $336

CA $384 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

A sunlit patio with a wooden table, seating, and a potted plant.

A bar area with a brick wall, shelves of liquor bottles, and bar stools.

A modern living room with a white brick wall, a sofa set, a coffee table, wicker chairs, and artwork.

15. Riviera Beach House

The Funk Zone, 1.1 km from Santa Barbara Historical Museum

Mary

CA $255

CA $292 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and large windows.

A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the city through a window.

A bedroom with a large window, a bed with white linens, a hanging lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

A bedroom with a large bed, a bench, and a view of the city through large windows.

16. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Lower State, 0.5 km from Santa Barbara Historical Museum

Emeterio

CA $330

CA $376 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and a pool.

A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a railing with artwork.

A rooftop patio with a fireplace, outdoor seating, and a pergola.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

17. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Downtown Santa Barbara, 0.5 km from Santa Barbara Historical Museum

Paul

CA $494

CA $635 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, a mirror, and a wardrobe.

A narrow hallway with white walls and a wooden floor. There is a door with a window on the left, a light switch on the right, and a ceiling vent.

A door with a glass panel reflecting a building and a number '1' on the wall.

A white utility shed with a door labeled "AIR MACHINE" next to a dense green hedge.

18. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 0.4 km from Santa Barbara Historical Museum

Maria

CA $175

CA $304 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

An outdoor patio with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by lush tropical plants.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

A beach with a calm sea, a crescent moon, and palm trees in the distance.

A street with a pedestrian crossing, palm trees, and a building with a tiled roof.

19. Haley Hotel

Lower State, 0.5 km from Santa Barbara Historical Museum

Rodney J

CA $236

CA $283 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.

A marina with numerous boats docked, calm water, and clear skies.

An aerial view of a swimming pool surrounded by white umbrellas and lounge chairs, with palm trees and a tiled deck.

A hotel with a patio area, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden with flowers and palm trees.

20. Marina Beach Hotel

West Beach, 1.4 km from Santa Barbara Historical Museum

Amy

CA $319

CA $364 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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Top Santa Barbara Historical Museum Hotel Reviews

Hotel Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"I was thoroughly impressed with the cleanliness, the design, the professional, friendly staff. Everything was just amazing could not be happier."

Beachside Inn

8/10 Good

"Front desk (Kevin and Chris) were very helpful in getting us checked into the hotel and solved the minor issues we had. Very very hospitable and professional. Would definitely come back again. Great service! Thanks"

The Upham Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"A delightful, comfortable, quiet retreat in downtown Santa Barbara. The restaurant was excellent for dinner. The garden space and lobby are welcoming and comfortable. The staff were friendly and accommodating. The evening wine...and later, milk and cookies! were a fun bonus. The only slight difficulties are the parking... basically you need to arrive by 5 or so to get a spot, then walk to dinner nearby. The continental breakfast is limited to coffee and pastries; some protein and fruit would have been a good addition. Overall, a favorite place to stay in Santa Barbara."

Casa Riviera

10/10 Excellent

"Casa Riviera is nice, our stay was quiet and enjoyable. The location is located in a nice area not to far from the beach and many restaurants"

La Playa Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Only a block or so from the beach and restaurants. Complimentary breakfast on the a cute courtyard patio. A tremendous value for the cost."

The Milo

10/10 Excellent

"Great location."

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"Such a great location to the sea front and to Stearns Wharf. The staff were also really friendly and the room was great. I will say though if you have super thick/long hair like I do, the showers will take longer as the water pressure isn’t very strong (just my opinion though.) For men and for women who have short hair, you’ll be absolutely fine! The shower cleanliness and amenities itself were great."

Casa Jardin

10/10 Excellent

"I'm on a solo road trip and absolutely loved staying here! I love boutique hotels like this that are smaller, intimate, and where attention is paid to details! It was safe and quiet. The grounds were immaculate, the parking lot was super convenient, and the room was adorable. I loved all that little extras that were provided like toiletries and bathroom items, Nespresso machine and pods, and even popcorn. I had a few questions for the staff and they were extremely responsive every time. I had a lovely stay and highly recommend this hotel!"

Palihouse Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"Location. The Hotel is so beautiful, chic and close to everything. Very friendly staff."

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A white church with a bell tower and a cross on top.

Presidio Santa Barbara

8.8/10 (204 reviews)

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Paseo Nuevo with shops and restaurants, a covered walkway, and bicycles parked.

Paseo Nuevo Mall

8.6/10 (31 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Paseo Nuevo Mall during your trip to Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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De la Guerra Plaza

9.8/10 (7 reviews)

Find out about the history of Santa Barbara with a stop at De la Guerra Plaza. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Casa de la Guerra

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Casa de la Guerra, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Lobero Theater

8.8/10 (10 reviews)

Get tickets for a show at Lobero Theater, a storied theater in Santa Barbara. Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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Rafael Gonzalez House

You can find out about the history of Santa Barbara with a stop at Rafael Gonzalez House.

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Hill-Carrillo Adobe

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Santa Barbara with a visit to Hill-Carrillo Adobe. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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La Arcada

You can search for that perfect souvenir at La Arcada during your visit to Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Barbara Historical Museum?

Santa Barbara Historical Museum is located in a historic area of Santa Barbara known for its beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 338 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Santa Barbara Historical Museum?

Adjacent to Santa Barbara Historical Museum, Hotel Santa Barbara is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a 24-hour fitness center and free WiFi. Other good options close by include Beachside Inn and Avania Inn of Santa Barbara.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Santa Barbara Historical Museum?

Expedia has 338 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Santa Barbara Historical Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Barbara Historical Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Santa Barbara Historical Museum.

What can I see and do near Santa Barbara Historical Museum?

Presidio Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Museum of Art, and Reagan Ranch Center feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Mission Santa Barbara, Hill-Carrillo Adobe, and Casa Del Herrero are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can watch performances at Lobero Theater, Arlington Theater, and Santa Barbara Bowl if you're interested in local theater.

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Our top choices for Santa Barbara Historical Museum hotels

1. Hotel Santa Barbara

2. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

3. Inn By The Harbor

4. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

5. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

6. The Milo

7. Palihouse Santa Barbara

8. Lavender Inn by the Sea

9. The Franciscan Hotel

10. The Upham Hotel

11. Beachside Inn

12. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

13. Hotel Californian

14. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

15. Riviera Beach House

16. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

17. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

18. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

19. Haley Hotel

20. Marina Beach Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to Santa Barbara Historical Museum

Top Santa Barbara Historical Museum Hotel Reviews

Hotel Santa Barbara

Beachside Inn

The Upham Hotel

Casa Riviera

La Playa Inn

The Milo

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Casa Jardin

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Other attractions near Santa Barbara Historical Museum

Presidio Santa Barbara

Paseo Nuevo Mall

De la Guerra Plaza

Casa de la Guerra

Lobero Theater

Rafael Gonzalez House

Hill-Carrillo Adobe

La Arcada

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