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Our top choices for Historic Downtown Santa Barbara hotels

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

1. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,568 reviews)
"We loved it here!"
United States
Morgan
The price is Rp5.501.390
Rp6.397.017 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hotel Santa Barbara
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and large windows.

2. 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, (508 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Emeterio
The price is Rp4.233.096
Rp4.833.984 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and a pool.

3. 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 Rp5.974.640
Rp7.739.610 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and white buildings with arches.

4. 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, (1,000 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 Rp4.154.645
Rp4.744.397 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A bright kitchen with large windows, wicker furniture, and a wooden countertop.

5. The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Super cute place!"
United States
Luan
The price is Rp4.889.943
Rp5.574.575 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
The Upham Hotel
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by lush tropical plants.

6. Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (720 reviews)
"Great place and walking distance to fun bars"
United States
Rodney J
The price is Rp2.451.600
Rp2.976.242 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Haley Hotel
A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

7. Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
0.5 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (445 reviews)
"Location. The Hotel is so beautiful, chic and close to everything. Very friendly staff."
United States
Maria
The price is Rp6.356.000
Rp7.258.233 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Palihouse Santa Barbara
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through a glass door to the outdoors.

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, (360 reviews)
"Great place to stay in Santa Barbara!"
United States
Melissa
The price is Rp2.691.312
Rp4.413.606 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
A traditional building with a white facade, arched windows, and a balcony with a railing.

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, (235 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 Rp2.655.900
Rp4.373.383 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel
A bright kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a view through glass doors to an outdoor patio.

10. 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, (1,358 reviews)
"Great location, close to beach, grounds well kept and very clean rooms. Stayed here multiple times and will continue."
United States
Brandon
The price is Rp3.215.028
Rp3.671.401 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Lavender Inn by the Sea
A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

11. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1.2 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,475 reviews)
"Very clean , staff was great.loved the room. We would stay there again."
United States
David
The price is Rp4.439.207
Rp5.069.353 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".

12. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Amazing stay and great location!"
United States
Nick
The price is Rp3.320.284
Rp3.785.124 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
La Playa Inn
A large, two-story building with a tiled roof, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

13. Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1.2 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,972 reviews)
"Really enjoyed my stay. Lovely helpful staff. Great location to walk to the Beach and restaurants."
United Kingdom
Tricia
The price is Rp4.251.074
Rp4.854.514 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Inn By The Harbor
An outdoor patio area with stone flooring, wooden chairs, and tables. There are palm trees and a decorative stone wall with a statue.

14. 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, (1,329 reviews)
"A nice place to stay"
United States
Dennis
The price is Rp2.516.812
Rp2.869.166 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
The Franciscan Hotel
A green double door with a keypad lock and a small window.

15. 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, (325 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 Rp1.898.991
Rp3.510.510 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand.

16. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.3 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,444 reviews)
"Excellent location, clean and comfortable room."
United States
Anne
The price is Rp2.271.816
Rp2.730.356 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
A reception desk with a wooden wall and a sign that reads "West Beach Inn".

17. 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, (1,125 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay!"
United States
Amanda
The price is Rp3.613.840
Rp4.119.778 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
A modern hotel with a pool, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

18. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
3.0 star property
Oak Park, 1.1 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (290 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay"
United States
Erica
The price is Rp4.233.096
Rp4.825.729 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
A lobby with a central seating area, a patterned floor, and a decorative ceiling.

19. Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
The Funk Zone, 1.4 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Very clean best service, beautiful location"
United States
Karen
The price is Rp8.971.040
Rp11.592.436 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Hotel Californian
A white building with a sign reading "Mason Beach Inn" and a balcony with a railing.

20. Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.4 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Wonderful stay and you can not beat the location."
United States
mary
The price is Rp3.451.671
Rp4.050.588 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Mason Beach Inn
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Compare popular hotels in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Property
Property class
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
1,568 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
1,001 reviews
View
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by lush tropical plants.
Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
720 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
1,000 reviews
View

Where to stay in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Find the best Historic Downtown Santa Barbara areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal town with a pier extending into the ocean, a beach, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.

Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and West Beach.

A beach with a pier, buildings, and mountains in the background.

Montecito

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.

A white colonial building with a bell tower, surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.

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.

A beach with a pier extending into the water, mountains in the background, and several flags on the pier.

West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.

A beach with palm trees, a pier, and the ocean at sunset.

East Beach

East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

Top Historic Downtown Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

The Milo

The Milo

10/10 Excellent
"Right in the middle of everything you’d want to see the ocean views are the best!! The hotel is the friendliest on the strip!! A must visit, if ya need some time by the sea😁👍"
John 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
The Milo

Frequently asked questions

What is Historic Downtown Santa Barbara like?
Travellers love the Historic Downtown Santa Barbara neighbourhood for its beautiful beaches, array of dining options and major shopping area. Are you looking for Historic Downtown Santa Barbara travel tips? Make sure that you visit Lobero Theater and Arlington Theater while you're in the neighbourhood.
What's a favourite place to stay in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?
Based on our traveller data, Hotel Santa Barbara is one of the top choices for your stay in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. This hotel is a short 13-minute walk from Santa Barbara County Courthouse, and it offers a 24-hour fitness centre and free WiFi. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include The Upham Hotel and Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG.
How many hotels are there in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?
Expedia has 24 hotels and other accommodation options in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Santa Barbara area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara.
What is there to do in this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?
Sights like Lobero Theater, Arlington Theater and Santa Barbara Museum of Art can be part of your cultural tour of Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. Hill-Carrillo Adobe and Paseo Nuevo Mall are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Historic Downtown Santa Barbara include Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum, La Arcada and Casa de la Guerra. While you're out sightseeing, De la Guerra Plaza and Presidio Santa Barbara are a couple of additional sights to visit in Santa Barbara.