Downtown Santa Barbara Travel Guide
Santa Barbara





Visit Downtown Santa Barbara
Stay near popular Downtown Santa Barbara attractions
Things to do

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Highlights Private 2-Hour Driving Tour

Santa Barbara Authentic Walking Food Tour with 5 Dishes
Top hotels in Downtown Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
"The newly renovated hotel Santa Barbara was a fantastic location, the gym was very good and our hotel room and amenities were perfect. It was expensive, but still I highly recommend!"
Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Haley Hotel

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"Very nice and clean hotel."
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
"This is a motel with everything that entails: doors and windows toward the exterior of the property, no lobby, tiny rooms. A sign that says “help us prevent human trafficking” greeted us. As long as you realize that, you are fine. But if you think you are booking a hotel, you will be very disappointed. ..."
Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
"I will never choose to stay anywhere else if I am in the area. This is one of the safest, cleanest, and nicest properties I have ever stayed in, especially for the price. The staff is all beyond amazing and helpful, so nice and caring, willing to do just about anything for their guests. If you are ..."
Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026
Where to stay in Downtown Santa Barbara

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.

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.

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 Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Arlington Theater or Lobero Theater might round out your trip.
























