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Our top choices for Downtown Santa Barbara hotels

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,320 reviews)
"Perfectly located in downtown Santa Barbara."
United States
Carrie
The price is ₩358,630
₩417,023 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
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, (430 reviews)
"Trendy hotel located right in the middle of downtown Santa Barbara. "
United States
Jacqueline
The price is ₩396,952
₩453,299 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 29 - Apr 30
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"We’ve stayed here many times. Room was great. Front desk staff was kind but adequate. Great location. Solid restaurant. It’s a good property. "
United States
jason
The price is ₩570,868
₩726,374 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

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, (1,000 reviews)
"The staff here are fantastic and the location is perfect for walking downhill for restaurants or shopping. The room was well decorated, the absolute comfiest beds and pillows, and everything was spotless. I had a great experience and will definitely be back!"
United States
Andrea
The price is ₩368,470
₩420,781 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (622 reviews)
"Hands down we’d stay there again. Great location and boutique hotel. "
United States
Ramona
The price is ₩263,750
₩315,423 total
includes taxes & fees
May 3 - May 4
Haley Hotel

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
2.0 star property
17.7 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,276 reviews)
"Room was clean, great restaurants near by and a short distance from Santa Barbara."
United States
Andrea
The price is ₩140,121
₩161,422 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
25.1 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,018 reviews)
"Perfect location to just chill and enjoy the weekend without having to drive anywhere. The views are incredible, the rooms are quaint and clean and the restaurant that's right in the hotel serves delicious food. Staff was pleasant and always helpful. We'd go back there in a heartbeat! "
United States
Robert
The price is ₩275,095
₩308,982 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South
2.0 star property
17.8 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (258 reviews)
"Good price around Santa Barbara Area"
United States
Michael
The price is ₩174,063
₩200,172 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 star property
16.3 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,476 reviews)
"Easy walk into town. Safe area. Facility is clean, staff professional and friendly."
United States
Frank
The price is ₩225,152
₩259,363 total
includes taxes & fees
May 4 - May 5
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
17.9 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
7.0 out of 10, Good, (658 reviews)
"Room was amazing! Great location. Definitely new favorite place to stay when visiting Santa Barbara. Top quality service and felt like home. The bed was more comfortable than my own bed. "
United States
Alex
The price is ₩164,283
₩219,305 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Casa Del Sol

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
2.5 star property
17.9 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"It was nice and clean and so close to Santa Barbara "
United States
ALEJANDRA
The price is ₩264,045
₩304,167 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn
3.5 star property
2.9 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,275 reviews)
"Good location to downtown Santa Barbara, lovely walk. Nice hotel, pretty setting"
United Kingdom
Lydia
The price is ₩159,818
₩182,503 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 22 - Apr 23
Lemon Tree Inn

Town and Country Inn

Town and Country Inn
2.5 star property
2.9 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Been to a few budget friendly hotels in Santa Barbara and this hotel is the cleanest, well maintained rooms out of all of them. Bed was very comfortable as if it was new, rooms are very quite since u can park your car right in front of your room and cant hear any vehicles or traffic..will definitely stay again"
United States
Francisco Herrera
The price is ₩131,702
₩155,394 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Town and Country Inn

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
East Beach, 2.9 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Quiet and clean, perfect for a great stay in Santa Barbara."
United States
Cleve
The price is ₩202,495
₩230,845 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 23 - Apr 24
The Inn at East Beach

Agave Inn

Agave Inn
2.0 star property
3.6 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (773 reviews)
"Parking is easy, and the rooms are spacious and comfortable. Near lots of good Santa Barbara stuff. We will be back again soon."
United States
Nancy
The price is ₩205,040
₩233,746 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Agave Inn

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
2.0 star property
15.7 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,109 reviews)
"The staff (Dorothy/Dot) was super helpful and friendly. The rooms were very clean and spacious for a single occupant. Very close to the downtown area with some really great shops and restaurants. "
United States
Paris
The price is ₩114,522
₩134,884 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
2.0 star property
4 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,367 reviews)
"My stay at Sandpiper Lodge went very well. Bed was great and the room was very clean. The location itself is very close to downtown Santa Barbara. "
United States
John
The price is ₩179,814
₩204,988 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Sandpiper Lodge

Oasis Inn & Suites

Oasis Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
3.8 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Good location. Close to downtown. Approximately 15 min away from UC Santa Barbara. "
United States
Yannick
The price is ₩175,066
₩199,568 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Oasis Inn & Suites

Rose Garden Inn

Rose Garden Inn
1.5 star property
4.3 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
6.6 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"Great hotel! It’s close to many dining options, many within walking distance. Not too from downtown Santa Barbara. Beds are comfortable, neighborhood is quiet, not too much traffic, less than 5 mins from the freeway."
United States
Brian
The price is ₩144,708
₩164,967 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Rose Garden Inn

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
8.3 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,083 reviews)
"Was a great find and would definitely stay here again. Conveniently located north of downtown Santa Barbara and pretty close to UCSB. Nice grounds with a pretty lagoon and they also have a nice pool and jacuzzi. Good free breakfast and free, easy parking too. "
United States
Michael
The price is ₩254,082
₩295,220 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Santa Barbara

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Reception
Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,320 reviews
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Exterior
Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
622 reviews
View
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, sun loungers
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,000 reviews
View
Shopping mall
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,000 reviews
View
View from room
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
8.4
Very Good
430 reviews
View

Where to stay in Downtown Santa Barbara

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

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.

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.

West Beach

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

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.

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

The beaches and abundant 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.

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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 our traveler data, Hotel Santa Barbara is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Santa Barbara. This hotel is a short 13-minute walk from Santa Barbara County Courthouse, and it offers a 24-hour fitness center and free WiFi. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels and Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG.
How many hotels are there in Downtown Santa Barbara?
If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Barbara, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 24 Downtown Santa Barbara hotels and other accommodations to choose from.
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 Arlington Theater 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.