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Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,155 reviews)
"Rooms are beautiful, staff is kind and hospitable, definitely coming back here ! "
United States
Steven
The price is ₩331,637
₩385,628 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 10 - Feb 11
Hotel Santa Barbara

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)
"This pet friendly hotel was beautifully "
United States
Martin
The price is ₩431,003
₩565,455 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

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, (408 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Wesley
The price is ₩346,129
₩395,262 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 16 - Feb 17
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, (598 reviews)
"Great central location, staff were all very friendly, felt safe! "
United States
Margarita
The price is ₩198,810
₩241,140 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, (1,002 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 ₩311,890
₩356,163 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 22 - Feb 23
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, (2,079 reviews)
"Clean rooms, great location"
United States
Oscar
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, (1,861 reviews)
"The room was clean, staff was great and attentive as well as great price for room and breakfast included! "
United States
Natalia
The price is ₩242,639
₩277,082 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Inn By The Harbor

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, (1,003 reviews)
"GREAT STAY AS ALWAYS,THI OUR SPOT WHEN VISITING SB"
United States
Ken
The price is ₩220,799
₩252,145 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 10 - Feb 11
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, (1,009 reviews)
"Wonderful stay over the holidays."
United States
Julie
The price is ₩288,405
₩328,776 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 8 - Feb 9
The Upham Hotel

Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn
5.0 star property
Upper East, 1 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (700 reviews)
"An absolutely great place. Beautiful grounds. Superb service. Great food. Comfortable room. Very special!!!"
United States
Antim
Simpson House Inn

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, (1,331 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay very much"
United States
christy
The price is ₩231,282
₩264,112 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 16 - Feb 17
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, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable, and really pleasant stay. "
United States
Paul
Mason Beach Inn

The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
West Beach, 1.5 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,515 reviews)
"Lovely vibes, friendly staff, location is so convenient "
United States
Angela
The price is ₩307,144
₩350,743 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 28 - Jan 29
The Milo

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, (544 reviews)
"Great room and nice facility."
United States
John
The price is ₩801,783
₩1,021,243 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 18 - Feb 19
El Encanto Santa Barbara

Casa Castillo

Casa Castillo
4.0 star property
0.7 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"We had a wonderful stay and felt very comfortable as a family. The place was clean, well-maintained, and exactly as described. The host was responsive and thoughtful, which made everything easy. "
United States
Zheng
The price is ₩341,081
₩498,570 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 29 - Jan 30
Casa Castillo

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, (1,333 reviews)
"Clean, friendly staff and great amenities."
United States
Tania
The price is ₩259,564
₩296,423 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 2 - Feb 3
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

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, (1,232 reviews)
"Great location for eating out inexpensively. "
United States
Amenda
The price is ₩141,839
₩161,967 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 3 - Feb 4
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

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, (1,005 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, great views , and lovely staff. "
United States
Laura
The price is ₩437,509
₩499,755 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 30 - Jan 31
Santa Barbara Inn

Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
4.0 star property
5.6 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 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 ₩297,038
₩400,079 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 2 - Feb 3
Montecito Inn

Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
The Funk Zone, 1.4 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (935 reviews)
"Good size room, friendly staff, and great location."
United States
Jasper
The price is ₩968,884
₩1,198,320 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 4 - Feb 5
Hotel Californian
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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.