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Our top choices for Upper East hotels

A wooden shed with a window, surrounded by plants and trees.

1. Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn
5.0 star property
Upper East
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (734 reviews)
"One of the best places we have stayed in."
United States
Victor
The price is Rp5.993.255
Rp8.062.669 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Simpson House Inn
A two-story building with a parking lot in front, including designated handicapped parking spaces.

2. Orange Tree Inn

Orange Tree Inn
2.5 star property
Upper East
7.8 out of 10, Good, (934 reviews)
"One staff member in particular was amazing, he brought us towels to the pool and was generally great."
United States
Leonardo
The price is Rp1.813.500
Rp2.071.017 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Orange Tree Inn
A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

3. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Lower State, 2.3 km from Upper East
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,552 reviews)
"We loved it here!"
United States
Morgan
The price is Rp4.400.143
Rp5.116.486 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hotel Santa Barbara
A restaurant with wooden floors, wicker chairs, and hanging plants.

4. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
Oak Park, 0.9 km from Upper East
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,011 reviews)
"Great place at amazing place very clean with fantastic area to walk around the staff"
United States
DAVID
The price is Rp3.071.087
Rp3.507.027 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
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, 1.2 km from Upper East
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,016 reviews)
"Super cute place!"
United States
Luan
The price is Rp4.867.253
Rp5.548.766 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
The Upham Hotel
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and a pool.

6. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara, 1.7 km from Upper East
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 Rp6.064.104
Rp7.841.600 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
A multi-story hotel with a courtyard surrounded by palm trees and greenery, featuring a well-lit entrance and multiple balconies.

7. Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn
3.5 star property
1.3 km from Upper East
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,495 reviews)
"Good location and easy parking."
United States
David
The price is Rp2.178.720
Rp2.487.917 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Lemon Tree Inn
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, 1.9 km from Upper East
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (351 reviews)
"Great place to stay in Santa Barbara!"
United States
Melissa
The price is Rp3.182.693
Rp4.972.073 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
A building entrance with a sign reading '1915 CASA IGLESIA,' an arched doorway, and large potted plants.

9. Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel
4.5 star property
Oak Park, 0.6 km from Upper East
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (84 reviews)
"We loved our stay! The aesthetics were on point, and we really appreciated all the name-brand touches, from the Crate & Barrel sofa and CB2 dishes to the TOTO toilet. Everything had a beautiful, high-end feel. The location was nice and quiet, and free parking was a huge plus!"
United States
Mia
The price is Rp2.201.415
Rp3.855.063 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel
A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and white buildings with arches.

10. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Lower State, 2.5 km from Upper East
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 Rp3.851.511
Rp4.398.232 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

11. Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
1.7 km from Upper East
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (443 reviews)
"Location. The Hotel is so beautiful, chic and close to everything. Very friendly staff."
United States
Maria
The price is Rp7.080.840
Rp8.085.966 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Palihouse Santa Barbara
A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

12. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
West Beach, 3 km from Upper East
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,472 reviews)
"Very clean , staff was great.loved the room. We would stay there again."
United States
David
The price is Rp4.310.948
Rp4.922.886 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
A modern hotel with a pool, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

13. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
3.0 star property
Oak Park, 0.8 km from Upper East
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (290 reviews)
"To expensive for a motel like room"
Canada
Mariola
The price is Rp4.227.269
Rp4.819.087 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."

14. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 3.3 km from Upper East
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,124 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay!"
United States
Amanda
The price is Rp3.534.065
Rp4.028.833 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
A two-story house with a porch, a garage, and a white picket fence.

15. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
3.0 star property
Oak Park, 0.8 km from Upper East
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (711 reviews)
"Marvelous staff!! We felt right at home from the moment we walked through the door. Beautiful accommodations and all food was deliciously prepared. Can’t wait for our next stay."
United States
Cheryl
The price is Rp4.968.990
Rp5.674.260 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and large windows.

16. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
Lower State, 2.4 km from Upper East
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (506 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Emeterio
The price is Rp4.558.972
Rp5.206.118 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
An outdoor patio area with stone flooring, wooden chairs, and tables. There are palm trees and a decorative stone wall with a statue.

17. The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 3.1 km from Upper East
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,328 reviews)
"It was a super cute and spacious hotel room felt like a mini apartment I loved it"
United States
Carlos
The price is Rp2.794.045
Rp3.185.211 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
The Franciscan Hotel
A small building with a tiled roof surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

18. El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
1 km from Upper East
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (614 reviews)
"A great hotel where service and kindness are evident everywhere but not pretentious in any sense. Made for a relaxing stay in beautiful surroundings."
United States
Matthew
The price is Rp11.792.284
Rp14.786.426 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
El Encanto Santa Barbara
A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".

19. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 3.1 km from Upper East
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Amazing stay and great location!"
United States
Nick
The price is Rp3.593.179
Rp4.096.224 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
La Playa Inn
A patio area with outdoor seating, including tables and chairs, and a blue umbrella.

20. Bath Street Inn

Bath Street Inn
3.5 star property
Oak Park, 0.9 km from Upper East
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (390 reviews)
"Friendly staff, delicious afternoon snacks, wonderful breakfast, nice location"
United States
Joanne
The price is Rp3.182.508
Rp3.700.621 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Bath Street Inn
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Compare popular hotels in Upper East

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A wooden shed with a window, surrounded by plants and trees.
Simpson House Inn
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
734 reviews
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A two-story building with a parking lot in front, including designated handicapped parking spaces.
Orange Tree Inn
2.5 star property
7.8
Good
934 reviews
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A patio area with outdoor seating, including tables and chairs, and a blue umbrella.
Bath Street Inn
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
390 reviews
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A green double door with a keypad lock and a small window.
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
321 reviews
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A building entrance with a sign reading '1915 CASA IGLESIA,' an arched doorway, and large potted plants.
Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel
4.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
84 reviews
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Where to stay in Upper East

Find the best Upper East 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 Upper East Hotel Reviews

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

8/10 Good
"The staff was very welcoming and helpful, sitting under the pergola for happy hour was lovely, and the location was great - not far from the harbor and beautiful parks along the beach or the downtown sites and restaurants."
Shayna 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Upper East?
Travellers to the Upper East neighbourhood in Santa Barbara will be sure to enjoy their stay. Make sure that you visit Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum as part of your Upper East travel plans.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Upper East?
Based on our traveller data, Orange Tree Inn is one of the top choices for your stay in Upper East. This hotel offers an outdoor pool and private balconies.
How many hotels can I expect to find in Upper East?
Expedia has 33 hotels and other accommodation options in Upper East 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 Upper East, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer in Upper East.
What is there to do in this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Upper East with a visit to Alice Keck Memorial Garden and Alameda Park. You could also plan a visit to Mission Santa Barbara or Santa Barbara Natural History Museum while you're in the neighbourhood. Santa Barbara Symphony Orchestra, Arts and Culture Center and Arlington Theater are just a few of the places to visit in and around Upper East. While you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara, make sure that you visit other sights such as Santa Barbara Public Market or Granada Theatre.