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Discover 1,451 Historic Downtown Santa Barbara hotels and places to stay, with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Sports facility
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Beds weren’t too comfortable but the room was overall pretty clean. There were pieces of hair here and there in the bathroom. The room smelt of really strong bleach unfortunately and there was no switch to turn on the bathroom fan to try and air it out and the window didn’t open either. The hotel is very small and isn’t in a super scenic location but it was fine for the one night trip we had. We reserved the double queen and it was a good size with a small fridge, working AC, and lots of closet...
The price is ₩284,315
per night
May 19 - May 20
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Lobby
Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"This is a nice hotel in a great location and staff is great! "
The price is ₩386,690
per night
Jun 4 - Jun 5
Hotel Santa Barbara
Exterior detail
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1091)
"Great location right on the shoreline. Some rooms are a bit old. But overall good looking lace "
The price is ₩286,138
per night
May 20 - May 21
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1272)
"Great location. Good customer service. Beds comfortable and rooms clean. Rooms abut small but comfortable. Good complimentary breakfast and their coffee machine is the best! Kuddos to Jasmin she made sure breakfast was good and kept checking up if we needed anything else. "
The price is ₩206,911
per night
May 20 - May 21
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Exterior
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Close to key attractions. Right on the water. Nice renovated rooms. Comfy bed"
The price is ₩356,610
per night
May 22 - May 23
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Front of property - evening/night
Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1590)
"It was small and you felt like family "
The price is ₩311,522
per night
May 20 - May 21
Inn By The Harbor
Front of property
Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1038)
"Our room was great! My family and I would definitely be booking again here next time we are in Santa Barbara. Thank you to all the helpful and welcoming staff we had a great weekend. "
The price is ₩229,751
per night
May 20 - May 21
Castillo Inn at the Beach
3 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"The staff, the ambient and overall experience was wonderful. Every staff we encounter were friendly and helpful. It is family friendly establishment but adult can still enjoy all the amenities without being run down by kids. "
The price is ₩869,270
per night
May 19 - May 20
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (419)
"Stay here often and it appears that maintenance has been deferred. "
The price is ₩222,011
per night
May 19 - May 20
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View (Mountain View Premium) | Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished
Drift Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (238)
"the room was quite nice, clean, comfortable, and quiet. it lacked a space for a medium sized suitcase to be conveniently placed out of the way, given the room's relatively small size. the area around the hotel is looking pretty rough...to many vagrants and homeless near the entrances of the hotel, made us feel uncomfortable. Parking situation was good at lot on E. Haley street."
The price is ₩321,793
per night
Jun 10 - Jun 11
Drift Santa Barbara
Outdoor spa tub
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Awesome "
The price is ₩308,870
per night
May 19 - May 20
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (634)
"This hotel was amazing. Cozy, intimate and perfectly located. The staff was so friendly and the valet gentlemen were so kind and professional. I would stay here again and again. "
The price is ₩310,053
per night
May 22 - May 23
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"I like that it was clean. Didn’t like that it didn’t have a elevator. "
The price is ₩230,105
per night
May 22 - May 23
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
Sundeck
Riviera Beach House
2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (870)
"Clean-simple-great location"
The price is ₩295,878
per night
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Riviera Beach House
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 9 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"The staff was excellent. The room was nice and clean. It was a nice touch that there was a sitting area out back by the garden. "
The price is ₩206,979
per night
May 19 - May 20
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1104)
"Very convient "
The price is ₩338,730
per night
May 19 - May 20
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Front of property - evening/night
La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (831)
"This was our second stay at La Playa Inn. Staff were super helpful and attentive, which we appreciated. For both stays we booked a deluxe king room; the room was located in a quiet area, was clean, spacious, and the bed and pillows were very comfortable. The La Playa Inn has become our preferred hotel when we are in the area. "
The price is ₩329,343
per night
May 19 - May 20
La Playa Inn
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar
Rosewood Miramar Beach
5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (242)
"Checking in with Quinn is easy. The staff is kind. The property is nice. "
The price is ₩2,187,057
per night
May 27 - May 28
Rosewood Miramar Beach
Lobby sitting area
Sandpiper Lodge
2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1005)
"They had a continental breakfast. There were a ton of dinner options near by. The staff was very polite and they made the check in and out quick and easy."
The price is ₩154,004
per night
May 19 - May 20
Sandpiper Lodge
View from room
Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Only thing I would like to be addressed is the foul smell of sewer from the bathroom. "
The price is ₩284,315
per night
May 19 - May 20
Beachside Inn
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Santa Barbara Beach

3 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
4.5/5(1,188 area reviews)

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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Historic Downtown Santa Barbara hotels information

Number of reviews
18,248
Accommodation
1,451 hotels
Lowest Price
₩154,004
Highest Price
₩2,187,057

Frequently asked questions

What is Historic Downtown Santa Barbara like?

Travelers love the Historic Downtown Santa Barbara neighborhood for its beautiful beaches, array of dining options, and major shopping area. Are you looking for Historic Downtown Santa Barbara travel tips? Be sure to check out Lobero Theater and Santa Barbara Museum of Art while you're in the neighborhood.

What's the best accommodation in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Haley Hotel is the highest ranked property in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. This hotel is a short 14-minute walk from Stearns Wharf, and it offers in-room fireplaces and a snack bar/deli. Other favorite options in the area include The Upham Hotel and Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton.

How many hotels will I be able to find in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?

Expedia has 46 hotels and other accommodations in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara 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 Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if 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 reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?

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What is there to do in this Santa Barbara neighborhood?

Sights like Lobero Theater, Santa Barbara Museum of Art, and Granada Theatre can be part of your cultural tour of Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. Arlington Theater and Paseo Nuevo Mall are also a couple of places to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Historic Downtown Santa Barbara include Hill-Carrillo Adobe, Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum, and La Arcada. While you're out sightseeing, Casa de la Guerra and De la Guerra Plaza are a couple of additional sights to visit in Santa Barbara.

Recent reviews of Historic Downtown Santa Barbara hotels

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

5/5 Excellent
"They had a continental breakfast. There were a ton of dinner options near by. The staff was very polite and they made the check in and out quick and easy."
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