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Best Santa Barbara Historic Hotels

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Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1011)
"Great location and nice historic property beautifully restored."
United States
Lynette
The price is NZ$370
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Hotel Santa Barbara
Exterior detail
The Milo

The Milo

3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1473)
"I’ve stayed here many times and it was great as always. "
United States
Adam
The price is NZ$410
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
The Milo
Sun deck
Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House

3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Great staff and ideal location "
United States
Rene
The price is NZ$342
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Riviera Beach House
Front of property
Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn

3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"The free bike rental made our day trip perfect. "
United States
Ebony
The price is NZ$271
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Harbor House Inn
Executive Apartment, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony, Mountain View | Terrace/patio
Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera

4.0 star property
Laguna
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (70)
"Excelente place to stay"
Mexico
Luis Alonso
The price is NZ$401
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Casa Riviera
Front of property
The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn

3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Overall a very pleasant stay. Staff went beyond with cute added amenities."
United States
Jim
The price is NZ$275
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
The Eagle Inn
Exterior
Casa Del Mar Inn

Casa Del Mar Inn

3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Clean and quaint with friendly, attentive staff"
United States
Linda
The price is NZ$309
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Casa Del Mar Inn
1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

3.5 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (392)
"The staff was nice and the hotel was comfy "
United States
Tiffany
The price is NZ$418
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Bar (on property)
Moxy Santa Barbara

Moxy Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
Lower State
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (806)
"We loved our stay at the moxie hanging out in Santa Barbara's cool beachfront weather was a relief from the heat of LA"
United States
Paul
The price is NZ$408
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Moxy Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara

4.0 star property
Laguna
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (367)
"Stellar!! I will definitely be back. Super clean, very friendly, great location, and a very fun vibe."
United States
James
The price is NZ$913
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Palihouse Santa Barbara
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Top Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

The Milo

The Milo

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was very friendly "
Julie 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
The Milo

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Frequently asked questions

What should I expect on my historical trip to Santa Barbara?
Tourists love the rich history they discover on a trip to Santa Barbara. And while you're here, you can visit the major shopping area and scenic seaside. And also relish a stop at the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
How many historical hotels are there in Santa Barbara?
In Santa Barbara, you'll find 1147 hotels bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.
What are the top historical sites and other places to visit in Santa Barbara?
Santa Barbara is notable for landmarks like Presidio Santa Barbara, Mission Santa Barbara and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park. Cultural venues include Santa Barbara Museum of Art, Arlington Theater and Lobero Theater. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Paseo Nuevo Mall and Santa Barbara Bowl.
What is a historic hotel like in Santa Barbara?
By booking a historic hotel, guests can sleep someplace that has an official historic designation. A palace, castle, grand home or even an old police station, pub, lodge or skyscraper can be considered a historic hotel as long as it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are often found within the guestrooms or public spaces of these historic hotels in Santa Barbara, giving a sense of history.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
"Heritage hotel" is more common in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term "historic hotel" is more commonly used in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The architecture and building of historic hotels are generally the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it's cultural value along with how it shaped the community.
Do historic hotels in Santa Barbara have modern facilities?
Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, but every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the popular amenities found at a contemporary hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Santa Barbara, you won't find yourself staying at a place that's uncomfortable or rundown.