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Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn
5.0 star property
Upper East
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (717 reviews)
"Beautiful grounds that feel secluded while being right by downtown Santa Barbara. The cabins are unique, clean, and charming. The staff go above and beyond to make guests feel comfortable and welcome."
United States
Erin
The price is ₩531,820
₩709,287 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Simpson House Inn
Front of property - evening/night

Orange Tree Inn

Orange Tree Inn
2.5 star property
Upper East
7.6 out of 10, Good, (798 reviews)
"Basic hotel, clean rooms and in good location."
United States
Margherita
The price is ₩163,889
₩187,152 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
Orange Tree Inn
Outdoor pool

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
26.5 km from Upper East
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"We love the Cliffhouse in that’s why we come back time and time againand celebrate our anniversary at your lovely property"
United States
Trevor
The price is ₩256,472
₩288,070 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Exterior

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
7 km from Upper East
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,149 reviews)
"Clean room, nice staff, easy check in / check out "
United States
Saul
The price is ₩271,782
₩315,789 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
2.5 star property
9.9 km from Upper East
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Nice, clean hotel, beautiful gardens and pool, great breakfast. "
United States
Mary
The price is ₩271,631
₩310,190 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Courtyard

Vagabond Inn Carpinteria North - Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Carpinteria North - Santa Barbara
2.0 star property
16.9 km from Upper East
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,169 reviews)
"Great place for staying. "
United States
Yanchao
The price is ₩116,088
₩139,843 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Vagabond Inn Carpinteria North - Santa Barbara
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
2.5 star property
19.2 km from Upper East
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Rooms were clean and staff very helpful."
United States
Ruth
The price is ₩256,456
₩295,425 total
includes taxes & fees
May 26 - May 27
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Ground Floor | Terrace/patio

Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
19.1 km from Upper East
7.0 out of 10, Good, (667 reviews)
"Very quiet property, probably because this is a single story hotel. No walking heard from the ceiling."
United States
Esther
The price is ₩169,003
₩225,605 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
Casa Del Sol
Beach nearby

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
6.3 km from Upper East
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Rooms were very clean, the location is fantastic, and they offer you bicycles to explore around. I loved sitting under the pergola and listening to the water fountain."
United States
Sergio
The price is ₩270,417
₩308,276 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Reception

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
East Beach, 4.1 km from Upper East
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Amazing stay! Will come back again!"
United States
Chaoqun
The price is ₩220,036
₩250,841 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Free daily continental breakfast

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
West Beach, 3 km from Upper East
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,341 reviews)
"Always a great stay in Santa Barbara"
United States
Carrie
The price is ₩306,063
₩349,494 total
includes taxes & fees
May 26 - May 27
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe

Casa Iglesia

Casa Iglesia
4.5 star property
Oak Park, 0.6 km from Upper East
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"This is a perfect hotel room. Clean, quiet and comfortable with a few well thought out luxury touches and the essentials we all want. Great value!"
United States
Sharon
The price is ₩161,764
₩296,851 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Casa Iglesia
Lobby sitting area

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
2.0 star property
2.5 km from Upper East
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,445 reviews)
"Great stay for the price."
Vietnam
Tri
The price is ₩179,668
₩204,821 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
Sandpiper Lodge
Check-in/check-out kiosk

Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill
3.0 star property
11 km from Upper East
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (357 reviews)
"Lovely place. Staff was accommodating. "
United States
Dawn
The price is ₩317,155
₩367,900 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Inn on Summer Hill
Property amenity

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 star property
17.5 km from Upper East
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,522 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Justin
The price is ₩243,785
₩280,828 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Vagabond Inn Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Vagabond Inn Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
2.0 star property
19 km from Upper East
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,276 reviews)
"Great location and wonderful staff"
United States
Stephen
The price is ₩120,185
₩144,146 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 14 - Jun 15
Vagabond Inn Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
Executive Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Courtyard View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
3.0 star property
3.4 km from Upper East
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,178 reviews)
"A very good hotel with excellent staff; it is very clean, and the parking is good. Overall, I really enjoyed my stay—I highly recommend it."
United States
Aram
The price is ₩271,631
₩310,189 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | View from room

Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
4.0 star property
6.8 km from Upper East
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, good stuff perfect location."
United States
Anna
The price is ₩250,386
₩349,175 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Montecito Inn
Sports facility

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
4.4 km from Upper East
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,118 reviews)
"Location was great right off the freeway "
United States
Regina
The price is ₩330,130
₩388,147 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Front of property

Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn
3.5 star property
1.3 km from Upper East
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,290 reviews)
"Very nice and beautiful grounds!"
United States
Patricia
The price is ₩204,861
₩233,936 total
includes taxes & fees
May 26 - May 27
Lemon Tree Inn
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Where to stay in Upper East

Find the best Upper East 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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Downtown Santa Barbara

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Paseo Nuevo Mall might round out your trip.

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West Beach

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

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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.

Top Upper East Hotel Reviews

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great property!"
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West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Upper East?
Travelers to the Upper East neighborhood in Santa Barbara will be sure to enjoy their stay. Be sure to check out Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum as part of your Upper East travel plans.
What's a favorite hotel to stay in Upper East?
Based on our traveler data, Orange Tree Inn is one of the top choices for your stay in Upper East. This hotel offers an outdoor pool and private balconies. Another good option for your stay in the neighborhood is Simpson House Inn.
How many hotels can I expect to find in Upper East?
Expedia has 31 hotels and other accommodations in Upper East to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Santa Barbara area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Upper East, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer in Upper East.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Upper East?
To access more information about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Upper East, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What is there to do in this Santa Barbara neighborhood?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Upper East with a visit to Alice Keck Memorial Garden and Alameda Park. You could also plan a visit to Mission Santa Barbara or Santa Barbara Natural History Museum while you're in the neighborhood. Santa Barbara Symphony Orchestra, Arts and Culture Center, and Arlington Theater are just a few of the places to visit in and around Upper East. While you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara, be sure to visit other sights like Santa Barbara Public Market or Granada Theatre.