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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Santa Barbara	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,381 reviews	View
Haley Hotel	3.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 648 reviews	View
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG	4.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,004 reviews	View
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	4.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels	3.5 star property	8.4 Very Good 444 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Santa Barbara

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

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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.

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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.

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West Beach

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

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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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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 Paseo Nuevo Mall might round out your trip.

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Top Downtown Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

6/10 Okay

"Front desk was not hospitable . She seemed to be trying to be nice. When I arrived she said my room wasn’t ready but she could give me another. I asked what the difference in rooms was and she said no difference. So I asked, what would my room that is “not ready” have different from the one that’s ready. She laughed and said nothing. So, then why say my room is not ready??? As I agreed on getting the room that was ready she then handed me keys. I stood there for like 3 min waiting for her to say something like, welcome or here is a bit of helpful information about our hotel. She said nothing… I stood there and then after 3 minutes she looked at me and said, do you need something? I said, am I done? She laughed and said ya! Very passive-aggressive. When I checked out. I waited in the lobby for 3-4 min for someone to come help. One of the cleaning ladies ended up opening a door in which someone was just chilling in and she said to him, you have people outside waiting for you. By this time there were 3 of us in line. Overall I feel front desk needs training on hospitality."

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

6/10 Okay

"The room Was VERY outdated for a 400$+/night room. Grout In The bathroom was brown and gross and the tub covering was peeling. The bike rentals were a nice touch but could use some maintenance. Squeaky brakes and the kids bike could raise or lower because it was so rusted. The pool was a nice area. We had to check out at noon and played by the pool and used the pool Bathroom that had a shower in it but the hotel doesn’t offer travel sized shampoo / conditioner bottles only the stuff in the room. It was located across the street from the beach, but a good mile walk towards the end of State Street. Parking was also another 42$ night which is ridiculous."

The Milo

8/10 Good

"Overall a great experience staying at The Milo. Great location, great ambience, friendly staff, clean rooms etc. There are two things that could have been better: 1. Mattresses- very old and soft, n bouncy springs. 2. Window shades/blinds - these were almost sheer and couldn’t keep the lights out at all at night. The room was quite bright (from string lights in the lawns), even after pulling the shades down and even covering them with an extra bed sheet, which made it difficult for me to fall and stay asleep. Not a problem if you sleep with a night light on, but for me, it was definitely an inconvenience."

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 Paseo Nuevo Mall 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 Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG and Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels.

How many hotels are there in Downtown Santa Barbara?

With 17 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 Paseo Nuevo Mall 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 Santa Barbara Museum of Art.

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Hotel Santa Barbara

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Haley Hotel

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

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Top Downtown Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

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