Downtown Santa Barbara Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Stay near popular Downtown Santa Barbara attractions
Activities
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
NZ$116
per adult
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
NZ$65
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
NZ$100
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
NZ$59
per adult
100% 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$529 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$529
27 July - 28 July
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! (1,422 reviews)
"The Hotel Santa Barbara is situated perfectly. It’s a block from the Surfliner stop, has dozens of good restaurants within walking distance and Stearns Pier less than a mile away. The gym is limited, but decent for a hotel this size. Valet parking for $30 a night is a good deal. No pool, though. ..."
Reviewed on 1 July 2026
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
524 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is NZ$541 per night from 6 July to 7 July
NZ$541
6 July - 7 July
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! (454 reviews)
"The location is ideal, smack in the middle of downtown. The pictures of the rooms are not very accurate. The rooms are very small and not very comfortable."
Reviewed on 26 June 2026
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
31 W Carrillo St Santa Barbara CA
The price is NZ$868 per night from 6 July to 7 July
NZ$868
6 July - 7 July
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)
"Incredible front desk staff and very thoughtful amenities! Ben was so lovely and upgraded my room. Bed was super comfy, and the hotel is very dog friendly. Can't wait to come back! Tea selection in the morning could be better, but other than that, great!"
Reviewed on 17 June 2026
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
17 W Haley St Santa Barbara CA
The price is NZ$636 per night from 8 July to 9 July
NZ$636
8 July - 9 July
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)
"Great location, close to everything, very clean rooms. Staff was helpful and always around. I would go here again."
Reviewed on 17 June 2026
Haley Hotel
26 E Haley St Santa Barbara CA
The price is NZ$328 per night from 7 July to 8 July
NZ$328
7 July - 8 July
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! (659 reviews)
"This boutique Motel is a block away from State Street. The grounds were very nicely decorated with plenty of seats available. There is no swimming pool here as it looks like they might have converted that into a sand area. The Motel was converted back in 2018 and has a nautical theme. The hotel is ..."
Reviewed on 29 June 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is NZ$259 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$259
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,519 reviews)
"This hotel was a pleasant surprise. A great experience with friendly staff and excellent hospitality. Very clean Very convenient to restaurants"
Reviewed on 1 July 2026
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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 Adam Hoggatt
Open Photo by Adam Hoggatt
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.
Photo by Terry Fletcher
Open Photo by Terry Fletcher
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 Paseo Nuevo Mall might round out your trip.
