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Reception

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,444 reviews)
"Best place I’ve stayed in Santa Barbara and the location is unmatched!"
United States
Dominique
The price is Rp5.331.584
Rp6.199.567 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Hotel Santa Barbara
Bar (on property)

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Fairview
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,031 reviews)
"staff were amazing!"
United States
Andrew
The price is Rp3.943.768
Rp4.519.513 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Lobby

The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,015 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Wish we had booked another night or two...property is lovely."
Canada
Michael
The price is Rp4.118.644
Rp4.695.286 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
The Upham Hotel
Terrace/patio

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (367 reviews)
"Amazing beach loved it here"
United States
McKenna
The price is Rp5.546.887
Rp7.139.952 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Exterior detail

The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,610 reviews)
"Great location and hotel. Would definitely come back and stay again."
United States
Karen
The price is Rp4.833.648
Rp5.519.783 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
The Milo
Exterior

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay."
United States
Justin
The price is Rp4.649.011
Rp6.024.585 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,009 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel! Our second stay and definitely not our last!"
United States
Logan J
The price is Rp5.721.584
Rp6.535.699 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Santa Barbara Inn
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | View from room

Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Wonderful stay!"
United States
Anthony
The price is Rp4.640.736
Rp6.043.752 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Montecito Inn
Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | Interior

Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.5 star property
Laguna
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (251 reviews)
"Amazing stay! We stayed at the Casa De La Vina previously, and this stay was just as good! Communication was smooth, and the stay is always clean!"
United States
John Christopher
The price is Rp4.220.341
Rp6.140.390 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Casa Riviera
Children’s play area – outdoor

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (261 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel!"
United States
isabel
The price is Rp4.658.420
Rp5.319.682 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, pool loungers

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel in great location. Beautiful roof top pool and walking access to downtown. Really nice hotel."
United States
Paul
The price is Rp6.253.033
Rp8.045.271 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Exterior

Casa Iglesia

Casa Iglesia
4.5 star property
Oak Park
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (40 reviews)
"Great place to stay had a wonderful stay and met a lot of great people"
United States
Derrick
The price is Rp3.587.200
Rp5.418.466 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Casa Iglesia
Superior Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (The Grand Studio Double) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Laguna
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (426 reviews)
"Wonderful stay - the hotel is unique and centrally located, just a quick walk to the main drag. Room was spacious and very well appointed."
United States
Mary
The price is Rp8.160.880
Rp9.319.317 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Palihouse Santa Barbara
Lobby lounge

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (460 reviews)
"Great place to stay!!"
United States
Viviano
The price is Rp3.361.565
Rp3.832.206 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Shopping centre

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Loved this hotel. Great location"
United States
Cayley
The price is Rp4.838.774
Rp5.525.637 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Comfort Apartment, 1 King Bed | Exterior

Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (193 reviews)
"Great location. Very comfortable room; nice amenities. Within walking distance to many great places. Would definitely stay here again."
United States
Jane Hodges
The price is Rp4.214.213
Rp6.133.261 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Casa De La Vina
Reception

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean room and super convenient location. The staff are quite friendly as well."
United States
Jamil
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Luxury House | Living room | 50-inch Smart TV with digital channels

The Craft House Inn

The Craft House Inn
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (29 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 Rp4.116.312
Rp4.700.623 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
The Craft House Inn
Deluxe Apartment | Interior

Casa Yano by The Beach

Casa Yano by The Beach
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Really nice stay! Modern and very clean. I love how close we were to everything. Walking distance to shops, the harbor and restaurants. The hosts were very nice and the communication was excellent! We will definitely go back."
United States
Kelli
The price is Rp7.391.426
Rp10.266.387 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Casa Yano by The Beach
Exterior

Tide Pool Villas

Tide Pool Villas
4.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
6.2 out of 10, (89 reviews)
"Great location. Walking distance to the pier, many eateries, Moxi museum. "
United States
Cynthia
The price is Rp4.124.493
Rp4.842.965 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Tide Pool Villas
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The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

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The price is Rp11.640.464 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp11.640.464
Rp14.861.411 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel

8/10 Good
"Parking not great. Multiple rooms but Keep in mind there’s street parking 75min, street sweeping ect. So not great if you are in town for an event. I was born and raised here but for events…difficult."
maria 2-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
The Upham Hotel
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

8/10 Good
"Room was clean. Bed was comfortable. Pool furniture (cushions) need replacing but the pool area was otherwise very nice. $3 for a bottle of warm water in the room???"
Debby 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 4-star hotels in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?
Kimpton Canary Hotel, an IHG Hotel is one of our customers' favourite 4-star hotels around Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. Windsurfing and Frette Italian sheets are just two of its many conveniences. Another pick that receives top reviews for its outstanding guest experience is Palihouse Santa Barbara. Book your stay here and take advantage of Frette Italian sheets and a swimming pool.
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What's the difference between 5-star and 4-star hotels in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?
If you choose to stay at a 4-star hotel in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, you'll typically find lots of amenities to ensure you're comfortable, such as a restaurant, pool and gym. You can enjoy high-quality service and upscale surroundings. Pick a 5-star hotel and you'll have access to a few extra perks — think on-site spas, concierge assistance and indulgent turndown services. You'll most likely get extra amenities and premium services at a 5-star getaway, but both are terrific options for luxury travellers.