Historic Downtown Santa Barbara Travel Guide

Santa Barbara

A coastal town with red-tiled roofs, palm trees, and mountains in the background.
Paseo Nuevo with shops and restaurants, a covered walkway, and bicycles parked.
A historic El Yaseo restaurant with a tiled roof and green shutters.
A tiled wall with a floral pattern.
A historic building with a bell tower, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

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Top hotels in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

4 out of 5
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp4.288.141 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
Rp4.288.141
Rp4.986.346 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,478 reviews)
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Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026

Hotel Santa Barbara
The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel

4 out of 5
1404 De La Vina Street Santa Barbara CA
The price is Rp3.494.565 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
Rp3.494.565
Rp3.983.804 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
The Upham Hotel
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

4 out of 5
31 W Carrillo St Santa Barbara CA
The price is Rp6.175.206 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp6.175.206
Rp7.945.137 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

3.5 out of 5
524 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is Rp5.079.947 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp5.079.947
Rp5.801.045 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very good! (483 reviews)
"Super cool room. Has everything you need, but definitely on the smaller side. Great if you’re spending most of the time exploring the area, and if you just want a cool spot to lay your head. Coffee shop was great, and the bar is also very aesthetic. Right in the middle of the attention/nightlife, ..."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel

3.5 out of 5
26 E Haley St Santa Barbara CA
The price is Rp3.038.413 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp3.038.413
Rp3.640.554 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free bicycles on-site and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (686 reviews)
"Room was fine but constant noise — music, yelling, cars — all night. Couldn’t sleep, very unpleasant."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2026

Haley Hotel
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
17 W Haley St Santa Barbara CA
The price is Rp4.410.760 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
Rp4.410.760
Rp5.036.867 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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Where to stay in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Find the best Historic Downtown Santa Barbara areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

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.

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 Arlington Theater or Lobero Theater might round out your trip.

West Beach

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

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.



Historic Downtown Santa Barbara Travel Guide