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Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,161 reviews)
"Great Stay"
United States
RODOLFO
The price is ₩315,889
₩367,317 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Hotel Santa Barbara

Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (599 reviews)
"Great central location, staff were all very friendly, felt safe! "
United States
Margarita
The price is ₩184,047
₩224,116 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 2 - Feb 3
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)
"To start off the person you see first is the valet person he was very helpful and nice. The front desk was also very welcoming. The room was clean. All the staff were great, my sister and I enjoyed our stay."
United States
GLORIA
The price is ₩309,480
₩353,410 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

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, (410 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Wesley
The price is ₩338,751
₩386,837 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 16 - Feb 17
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, (1,001 reviews)
"This pet friendly hotel was beautifully "
United States
Martin
The price is ₩456,824
₩593,971 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 10 - Feb 11
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

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, (2,084 reviews)
"Clean rooms, great location"
United States
Oscar
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
East Beach, 2.7 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (991 reviews)
"Very nice place."
United States
Larry
The price is ₩166,118
₩189,374 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 25 - Feb 26
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

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, (1,057 reviews)
"Good hotel, good service everything is fine. Hotel have big parking is perfect."
United States
Eduard
The price is ₩93,694
₩110,795 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 21 - Feb 22
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

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, (1,001 reviews)
"Best stay ever "
United States
Tammy
The price is ₩212,101
₩238,222 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 2 - Feb 3
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

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, (1,402 reviews)
"Nice room with good amenities, convenient location."
United States
Philip
The price is ₩193,542
₩222,951 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 8 - Feb 9
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.6 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,123 reviews)
"Place is clean, spacious and good breakfast plus walking distance to the beach was a big plus!"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is ₩159,301
₩181,913 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 2 - Feb 3
Beachside 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, (1,003 reviews)
"Our stay was quick, efficient, and most importantly customer service was excellent!"
United States
jAvier
The Inn at East Beach

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)
"Nice stay, good location"
United States
Richard
The price is ₩236,288
₩272,192 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 8 - Feb 9
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
17.9 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
7.0 out of 10, Good, (635 reviews)
"Nice place "
United States
Everardo
Casa Del Sol

Casa Yano by The Beach

Casa Yano by The Beach
4.0 star property
West Beach, 1.3 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Kitchen is gorgeous, loved the counter tops. The sink was beautiful! "
United States
Anne
The price is ₩251,325
₩433,439 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Casa Yano by The Beach

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.6 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,118 reviews)
"Great complimentary breakfast and location. "
United States
Kristine
The price is ₩213,375
₩243,248 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.6 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice place."
Canada
Thomas
The price is ₩179,006
₩204,411 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Castillo Inn at the Beach

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, (1,240 reviews)
"Nice location , clean and friendly staff.."
United States
MARIDIE
The price is ₩110,396
₩127,171 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.0 star property
Laguna, 0.5 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (108 reviews)
"Amazing big comfy private room "
United States
Cristian
The price is ₩226,712
₩364,374 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 25 - Feb 26
Casa Riviera

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach, 1.3 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (367 reviews)
"Room was really clean and dog friendly. Staff was great and very helpful. "
United States
Ver
The price is ₩223,400
₩254,677 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 24 - Feb 25
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
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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 West 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.

The Mesa

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

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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?
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 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.