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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
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,406 reviews)
"Great hotel!!! "
United States
Jamie
The price is ₩391,503
₩455,239 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Hotel Santa Barbara

Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (649 reviews)
"Walking distance to the beach and restaurants"
United States
Guillermo
The price is ₩276,923
₩330,845 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Haley Hotel

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, (449 reviews)
"Excellent, very quaint, beautifully decorated, staff is amazing, convenient to shopping restaurants and beach"
United States
Matthew
The price is ₩462,904
₩528,613 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

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, (1,003 reviews)
"Loved this hotel. Great location"
United States
Cayley
The price is ₩460,856
₩526,274 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

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)
"It’s a great home base in a convenient downtown location"
United States
Lisa Ann
The price is ₩579,578
₩738,446 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
2.0 star property
17.7 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,326 reviews)
"Great location and wonderful staff"
United States
Stephen
The price is ₩120,163
₩141,502 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria 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, (1,013 reviews)
"Cant wait to return. Very charming and perfect for a romantic getaway"
United States
Megan
The price is ₩278,425
₩312,727 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
2.0 star property
15.7 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,206 reviews)
"Great place for staying. "
United States
Yanchao
The price is ₩112,198
₩132,726 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Casa Iglesia

Casa Iglesia
4.5 star property
Oak Park, 1.5 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"this is my second time staying with them and it has been a great experience everytime. I usually stay for a single night when traveling down for work and everytime its been great. Will definitely stay again and most likely be my go-to spot when coming down for work!"
United States
Emanuel
The price is ₩246,548
₩393,491 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Casa Iglesia

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, (1,542 reviews)
"Clean and well located hotel. Close to the beach. We really enjoyed our stay"
United States
Paulina
The price is ₩256,638
₩295,634 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
4.0 star property
5.6 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Wonderful stay!"
United States
Anthony
The price is ₩338,340
₩449,431 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Montecito 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, (1,017 reviews)
"great location!"
United States
Karen
The price is ₩227,001
₩258,782 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
The Inn at East 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, (1,016 reviews)
"Amazing property and great service."
United States
jelica
The price is ₩453,649
₩518,192 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 18 - Jun 19
Santa Barbara Inn

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, (1,012 reviews)
"Great location and clean"
United States
Natalie
The price is ₩301,927
₩347,808 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
5.2 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"Clean, great staff, walkable neighborhood"
United States
Sandra
The price is ₩292,900
₩333,906 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
2.0 star property
4 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,017 reviews)
"Had a great nights stay and the receptionist was extremely helpful. Will be staying again when I come for my next fishing excursion"
United States
Phillip
The price is ₩174,784
₩211,361 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
17.9 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
7.0 out of 10, Good, (676 reviews)
"Sick vibes"
United States
Alex
The price is ₩256,031
₩328,289 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 18 - Jun 19
Casa Del Sol

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, (1,393 reviews)
"A great spot just a stones throw to the beach. Very clean and tidy, just what we needed for a couple of nights."
United Kingdom
Angus
The price is ₩251,251
₩286,916 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.5 star property
Laguna, 0.5 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (226 reviews)
"Love this place, always a great stay."
United States
Teresa Gayle Dumas
The price is ₩262,327
₩411,485 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Casa Riviera

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, (2,301 reviews)
"Liked the location. Room was decent for an overnight stay."
United States
Rommel
The price is ₩258,079
₩306,084 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Avania Inn of 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
9.4
Exceptional
1,406 reviews
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Exterior
Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
649 reviews
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Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, sun loungers
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,002 reviews
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Shopping mall
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,003 reviews
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View from room
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
8.4
Very Good
449 reviews
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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.

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 West Beach.

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 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.

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 Granada Theatre 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 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 Granada Theatre 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.