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Our top choices for Historic Downtown Santa Barbara hotels

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Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1084)
"Outstanding location."
United States
william
The price is NZ$420
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Santa Barbara
Tasting room
Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (589)
"Room was comfortable with nice touches such as a fireplace, swinging chair and small nautical pieces "
United States
Wendy
The price is NZ$268
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Haley Hotel
Exterior
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

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, (1002)
"Can't beat the location! One block from the promenade street with plenty of restaurants, cafes, and shops. Not too far from the pier as well!"
United States
Leonardo
The price is NZ$374
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

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, (401)
"Great location and service "
United States
juan
The price is NZ$370
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Signature Single Room, 1 King Bed, Lanai, Garden Area
The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Clean room, nice staff, great hospitality "
United States
Kevin
The price is NZ$378
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
The Upham Hotel
Exterior
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Friendly staff, clean room and pet-friendly"
United States
Lisa
The price is NZ$648
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Reception
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
East Beach, 2.7 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (972)
"Great hotel, super clean and modern. Awesome little kitchen and a fantastic bathroom."
United States
James
The price is NZ$227
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony)
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.3 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2017)
"Definetly would stay here again!"
United States
David
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Property amenity
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 star property
16.3 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1369)
"Great value and location. "
United States
Maryam
The price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Outdoor pool
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
25 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Everything was amazing. The views were breathtaking- the staff was all lovely and accommodating. "
United States
Samantha
The price is NZ$279
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Free daily buffet breakfast
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
2.5 star property
17.9 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Clean room and friendly staff "
United States
CHANG
The price is NZ$251
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Courtyard
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
2.0 star property
15.7 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1019)
"Very clean room, super cool down to earth front staff night shift."
United States
Jessica
The price is NZ$141
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
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The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
East Beach, 2.9 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1006)
"We enjoyed our stay!!"
United States
Matthew
The Inn at East Beach
Lobby lounge
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach, 1.2 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (359)
"Friendly staff and clean place."
United States
Nikhil
The price is NZ$289
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Beach nearby
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
5.2 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Great place to stay! Clean rooms, nice staff."
United States
KIMBERLY
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
View from property
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.5 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1095)
"Was a good hotel "
United States
Hani
The price is NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Beachside Inn
Front of property
Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.5 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Perfect location, great value, cute rooms"
United States
Stan
The price is NZ$245
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Premium Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette
Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin
3.0 star property
Laguna, 0.6 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (233)
"It was amazing, I will definitely go again "
United States
Hannah
The price is NZ$326
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
Casa Jardin
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | View from room
Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
4.0 star property
5.6 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Wonderful stay. Beautiful facility and location. "
United States
Abbylin
The price is NZ$426
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
Montecito Inn
Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view
Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
East Beach, 2.7 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Every part of this hotel stay was excellent!"
United States
Richard
The price is NZ$459
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Santa Barbara Inn
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Our guide on where to stay in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

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

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.

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.

Santa Barbara showing a coastal town
Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair
Open Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair

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 Santa Barbara Museum of Art might round out your trip.

West Beach

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

The Mesa

While visiting The Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.

Top Historic Downtown Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

10/10 Excellent
"Nice place. friendly staff. We like staying here!"
Samuel 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Inn By The Harbor

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 Santa Barbara Museum of Art while you're in the neighbourhood.
What's a favourite place to stay in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, The Upham Hotel is the highest ranked property in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. This hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. Other favourite options in the area include Hotel Santa Barbara and Haley Hotel.
How many hotels are there in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?
Expedia has 33 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, Santa Barbara Museum of Art and Granada Theatre can be part of your cultural tour of Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. Arlington Theater 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 Hill-Carrillo Adobe, Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum and La Arcada. While you're out sightseeing, Casa de la Guerra and De la Guerra Plaza are a couple of additional sights to visit in Santa Barbara.

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