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The Upham Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, 3-minute walk to Arlington Theater

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The Upham Hotel blends historic charm with modern comfort near Arlington Theater. Enjoy Louies Restaurant, relax in the garden terrace, and access Granada Theatre and Santa Barbara Museum of Art. Free in-room WiFi, dry cleaning, and attentive staff enhance your stay.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is ₩285,407
₩325,364 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8

Room options

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Signature Single Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Garden Area | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Signature Single Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Garden Area

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Single Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Comfort Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Signature Single Room, 1 King Bed, Lanai, Garden Area

Signature Single Room, 1 King Bed, Lanai, Garden Area | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Signature Single Room, 1 King Bed, Lanai, Garden Area

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Patio

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Patio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Lanai

Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Lanai | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Lanai

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 33 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Patio

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Patio | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Patio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Single Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard Single Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
Coffee/tea maker
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
Coffee/tea maker
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Cottage, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Garden Area

Superior Cottage, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Garden Area | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Superior Cottage, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Garden Area

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Signature Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace, Garden Area

Signature Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace, Garden Area | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Signature Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace, Garden Area

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Highlights

Yard
Porch/lanai
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchen
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1404 De La Vina Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • Arlington Theater - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Barbara Museum of Art - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Granada Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mission Santa Barbara - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 8 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Barbara Public Market - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪CAJÉ - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Corazon Cocina - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Corazon Comedor - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Upham Hotel

Upscale hotel near Arlington Theater
Located close to Granada Theatre and Santa Barbara Museum of Art, The Upham Hotel provides a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site American cuisine bistro, Bistro Amasa, offers lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a fireplace in the lobby and a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • A banquet hall, 4 meeting rooms, and a water dispenser
  • Outdoor furniture, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 50 individually furnished rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • Wardrobes/closets, recycling, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bistro Amasa

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Upham Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Upham Hotel?

As of Nov 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Upham Hotel on Dec 7, 2025 start from ₩285,407, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Upham Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Upham Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Upham Hotel located?

Located in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Arlington Theater, Granada Theatre, and Santa Barbara Museum of Art. Alice Keck Memorial Garden and Santa Barbara County Courthouse are also within 15 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 27 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

The Upham Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 674 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 200 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1005 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeselle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing little stay in SB highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant hotel in the midst of downtown Santa Barbara.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend, clean rooms, quiet, walkable with plenty of shops and restaurants near by.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

GERI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking lot provided on property but a tight fit, otherwise the hotel was great..
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mikayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, very adorable cottages, great area
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Extremely friendly and accommodating teams, from front desk to the service crew. Clean and beautiful grounds.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place and lovely stay, will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A bit dated rooms but lovely grounds & quiet neighborhood yet very close to State St. food & shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

justo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean , grounds are beautiful and the staff is very accommodating. The only minus was a 40.00 $ charge for early check in that was not disclosed before
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was a perfect getaway
Magic tib
Fall🍂🍁
Fall is coming
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and historic hotel. Lovely room. Incredible staff!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tom

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
153 year old hotel (oldest in So Cal) in a great downtown SB location. Sufficiently good condition and comfortable king bed so what more do you need for a crash pad after a concert and a night of partying?
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yeliz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
charming building, nice stay, walkable to downtown
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic historical building
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARIO

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Safe parking
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Farshid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not new, but clean and good location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice setting. The bed was very comfortable and the bathroom in the room we stayed in had been remodeled.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming staff and beautiful grounds. Our room was very clean and comfortable. Only issues were noisy air conditioner in room and bistro closed for remodel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean and gardens were beautiful. Walkable distance to downtown restaurants and shops
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint. Could use a carpet update though. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staffs are so friendly. Very clean. Cozy!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025