Downtown Santa Barbara Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Santa Barbara
Stay near popular Downtown Santa Barbara attractions
Activities
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
NZ$121
per adult
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
NZ$103
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
NZ$66
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop
NZ$105
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Downtown Santa Barbara Hotel Deals
Hotel Santa Barbara
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is NZ$470 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$470
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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! (1,509 reviews)
"Beautiful classic hotel in the heart of Santa Barbara. Really wonderful spot in a great location."
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2026
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
31 W Carrillo St Santa Barbara CA
The price is NZ$800 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$800
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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! (1,002 reviews)
"All the staff were so kind, helpful, and overall welcoming. They went above and beyond to ensure our stay was perfect. We were by a window over the trash area, and close to the fire station so there were some louder moments when we weren’t expecting them but overall great stay."
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2026
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
524 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is NZ$492 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$492
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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 ...
Haley Hotel
26 E Haley St Santa Barbara CA
The price is NZ$331 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
NZ$331
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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 ...
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
17 W Haley St Santa Barbara CA
The price is NZ$415 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
NZ$415
29 Oct - 30 Oct
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Cheap disgusting coffee in room"
Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
4200 Via Real Carpinteria CA
The price is NZ$162 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$162
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Santa Barbara
Find the best 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 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.
Photo by robb image
Open Photo by robb image
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
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Arlington Theater might round out your trip.
