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
The price is Rp5.277.780 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp5.277.780
Rp6.137.003 total
24 Aug - 25 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! (1,477 reviews)
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Reviewed on 12 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 Rp3.842.182 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
Rp3.842.182
Rp4.380.159 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,014 reviews)
"Room was nice, bed was comfortable. Room is very no frills. Very limited parking on site and hotel is within one way streets so finding parking/entrance can be tricky. There is a small restaurant on site and lots of dining on site and nice coffe/pasteries at breakfast."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

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 Rp6.551.595 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp6.551.595
Rp8.378.052 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Nice hotel, the location was the highlight. Check in staff was standoffish but the amazing Valets made up for it, they were cheerful and helpful. Nice rooftop pool. Rooms can be noisy (dogs barking, doors slamming, traffic), however overall nice clean accommodations."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

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 Rp4.777.871 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
Rp4.777.871
Rp5.456.090 total
7 Sept - 8 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! (477 reviews)
"The property was super modern — sadly the AC was not working properly so I got offer some discount. It works because I only stay for a day but my friends had two nights of that. Not fun in the summer. But we spent most of our day out, and used bicycle from the hotel which was fun. Location is excellent. ..."

Reviewed on 9 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 Rp3.048.889 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
Rp3.048.889
Rp3.653.091 total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
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! (681 reviews)
"The room was great. The air conditioner wasn't working so the staff brought over a portable unit and the room was very cold with the unit. the place and staff were great! We will definitely come back."

Reviewed on 11 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 Rp4.644.353 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
Rp4.644.353
Rp5.303.618 total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Rooms are very small , also there is alot of noise from cross street bar till midnight ."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

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 Presidio Santa Barbara or Arlington 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