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Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Everything was A+. Will stay here again, we loved it!"
Canada
Greg
The price is ₩433,356
₩560,240 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,115 reviews)
"Room was spotless, comfortable and staff was great."
United States
Roderick
The price is ₩333,447
₩387,732 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - Jan 16
Hotel Santa Barbara

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, (402 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Wesley
The price is ₩359,014
₩409,976 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (592 reviews)
"Room was comfortable with nice touches such as a fireplace, swinging chair and small nautical pieces "
United States
Wendy
The price is ₩187,525
₩228,351 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 28 - Jan 29
Haley Hotel

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"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 ₩278,778
₩318,350 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.4 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,061 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay. Clean and great service! "
United States
Robert
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1.3 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,836 reviews)
"It was a beautiful place to stay"
United States
Joseph
The price is ₩243,963
₩278,593 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Inn By The Harbor

El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
1.9 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (539 reviews)
"Lovely resort with beautiful grounds"
United States
Nicole
The price is ₩741,957
₩953,501 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13
El Encanto Santa Barbara

Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn
5.0 star property
Upper East, 1 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (695 reviews)
"Great place to stay for a quiet romantic stay. The staff was very attentive and helpful. The breakfast was delicious. Would stay again."
United States
Brian
Simpson House Inn

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
Oak Park, 2 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"The rooms were clean, the staff was friendly and very helpful. The restaurant food was delicious and the staff there great. All in all it was a wonderful stay!"
United States
Bernie
The price is ₩222,004
₩253,521 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, 0.8 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"We love this place! "
United States
Marlene
The price is ₩279,985
₩319,184 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21
The Upham Hotel

The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
West Beach, 1.5 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,502 reviews)
"Very nice hotel. "
United States
Manuel
The price is ₩297,921
₩340,211 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
The Milo

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1.3 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,318 reviews)
"Easy place with great location."
United States
Robert
The price is ₩243,963
₩278,593 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 2 - Feb 3
Lavender Inn by the Sea

Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.5 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable, and really pleasant stay. "
United States
Paul
Mason Beach Inn

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
East Beach, 2.8 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,221 reviews)
"Nice motel in a nice location at a good price "
United Kingdom
carl
The price is ₩142,613
₩162,851 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
0.5 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (375 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, with a subdued vibe, exceptionally friendly staff. Walking distance from anything you might want to do in Santa Barbara."
United States
Jeffrey
The price is ₩474,211
₩541,525 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Palihouse Santa Barbara

Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.0 star property
Laguna, 0.5 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (97 reviews)
"Absolutely phenomenal stay check in and check out was so easy. The room was always clean in a great area with plenty of things to do with 100% recommend staying in this beautiful place."
United States
Luis
The price is ₩197,272
₩332,998 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13
Casa Riviera

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1.3 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,312 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, nice assortments of breakfast items, good price, walking distance to a lot of restaurants and shops."
United States
Lisette
The price is ₩265,923
₩303,670 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - Jan 16
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
4.0 star property
5.6 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"The hotel is older architecture and had that classic feel. The rooms are small but comfortable. The hotel is at the beginning of a very nice street with restaurants and shopping. The staff is great !"
United States
Joseph
The price is ₩275,772
₩375,663 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 3 - Feb 4
Montecito Inn

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
East Beach, 2.7 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, great views , and lovely staff. "
United States
Laura
The price is ₩407,092
₩465,017 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13
Santa Barbara Inn
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Where to stay in Downtown Santa Barbara

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

Montecito

Celebrity-favored Montecito offers backcountry hiking trails and attractions like Lotusland and El Fureidis. Easily accessible via State Route 192 and the U.S. 101 Freeway, it's well-connected to Santa Barbara County.

Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

West Beach

While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum.

The Mesa

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

East Beach

East Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

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Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Santa Barbara?
Travelers love the Downtown Santa Barbara neighborhood for its beautiful beaches, array of dining options, and major shopping area. Be sure to check out Lobero Theater and Presidio Santa Barbara as part of your Downtown Santa Barbara travel plans.
Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Santa Barbara?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Hotel Santa Barbara is the highest ranked property in Downtown Santa Barbara. This hotel offers a 24-hour fitness center and free WiFi. Other top choices in the neighborhood include Haley Hotel and Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton.
How many hotels are there in Downtown Santa Barbara?
With 18 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in Downtown Santa Barbara to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Santa Barbara area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Santa Barbara, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer in Downtown Santa Barbara.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Santa Barbara?
For more information about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Downtown Santa Barbara, head over to our customer service page.
What can I see and do in this Santa Barbara neighborhood?
Presidio Santa Barbara, El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, and Hill-Carrillo Adobe are some local landmarks to explore in Downtown Santa Barbara. As you're discovering the neighborhood, Lobero Theater and Granada Theatre are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Santa Barbara include La Arcada, Casa de la Guerra, and De la Guerra Plaza. While you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara, be sure to visit other sights like Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum or Paseo Nuevo Mall.