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Top Trending Hotels Near Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara

La Playa Inn
Front of property – evening/night
La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (824)
"Quiet and clean. "
The price is €233
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
La Playa Inn
Marina Beach Motel
Beach nearby, beach towels
Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (840)
"The property was good quality for the value. The jacuzzi style tub made up for not offering late checkout. It’s conveniently located near the beach. My only wish is that they would source fresh breakfast food and vegan options."
The price is €197
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Marina Beach Motel
Casa Jardin
Exterior
Casa Jardin
2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (79)
"Room 1 was very tiny. Couldn’t walk between the bed and closet unless closet door was closed. Only stayed one night by myself, so it was ok."
The price is €211
includes taxes & fees
9 May - 10 May
Casa Jardin
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Castillo Inn at the Beach
Front of property
Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1041)
"Excellent "
The price is €185
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Castillo Inn at the Beach
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Outdoor spa tub
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1012)
"Great location and close to the beach and harbor. "
The price is €210
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (484)
"A great family get-away with with grandchildren and adult children- located in the hills of Santa Barbara- an ideal place to un-wind and relax."
The price is €928
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Inn
Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view
Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1004)
"Excellent location. Quaint style. Excellent restaurant, Convivo at the Hotel. Wonderful staff. "
The price is €324
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Santa Barbara Inn
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Front of property – evening/night
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (861)
"Property is older, but super clean, super cute, and the decor is nice and relaxing. The problem we had was in the early AM; we could hear the sounds of the water pipes making loud ticking noises in the interior walls. I’d stay here again, but in a different room. "
The price is €190
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Front of property
Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1282)
"Nice inn in a good location. Wine and cheese in the afternoon it is a nice touch. Nice seating area outside. Rooms are a bit outdated but clean"
The price is €238
includes taxes & fees
28 May - 29 May
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Inn By The Harbor
Front of property – evening/night
Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1596)
"Beautiful hotel, walkable to everything. Pretty low key while we stayed there, so it was quiet. Free wine and snacks for happy hour and a good selection for the free breakfast. Organic eggs, egg bites, fruits, pastries etc! Super friendly and knowledgeable Front Desk person when we checked in. Have us a list of places to eat which included what’s vegan/ gluten free "
The price is €228
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Inn By The Harbor
Hotel Californian
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (821)
"Property was gorgeous and staff were amazing! Lots of great dining options within walking distance as well."
The price is €697
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Hotel Californian
The Franciscan Hotel
Front of property
The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"This is a cute and quiet place. I love the fact that they give you breakfast in the morning and everyone in the office is so nice. The only thing I wish is that my air conditioning would work. "
The price is €221
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
The Franciscan Hotel
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
Fireplace
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (385)
"The location and staff exceeded my expectations. "
The price is €286
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel
Beach nearby, white sand
ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel
1.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (29)
"I liked it alot.."
The price is €164
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May
ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1261)
"Lovely hotel with a nice hosted breakfast, right by the beach & very close to downtown!"
The price is €187
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Harbor View Inn
Outdoor pool
Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Very well maintained hotel and pool area. Great find! "
The price is €291
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Harbor View Inn
Hotel Santa Barbara
Lobby
Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Absolutely excellent location of this beautiful hotel Room, lobby, hallways were impeccable. Right on the main shopping and dinning street in SB. 10 minute walk to the beach. Excellent dinning options. The classic Spanish style building is gorgeous and although they are remodeling the rooms it’s unlikely you will see or hear anything. The place is impeccable. The staff is courteous and professional. "
The price is €285
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Hotel Santa Barbara
Mason Beach Inn
Front of property
Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (591)
"Amazing staff, extremely comfortable beds, great location!"
The price is €312
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May
Mason Beach Inn
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
Outdoor pool
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (80)
"Excellent location! Walked everywhere throughout our stay. The property really is beautiful. Loved the Palm Springs vibe. Staff was very personable and attentive. "
The price is €251
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
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, (1002)
"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 €697
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
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Santa Barbara Beach

3 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
4.5/5(67 area reviews)

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights 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
16,546
Accommodation
1,465 hotels
Lowest Price
€164
Highest Price
€928

Frequently asked questions

What is Historic Downtown Santa Barbara like?

Travellers love the Historic Downtown Santa Barbara neighbourhood for its beautiful beaches, array of dining options and major shopping area. Are you looking for Historic Downtown Santa Barbara travel tips? Make sure that you visit Lobero Theater and Santa Barbara Museum of Art while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite place to stay 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 favourite options in the area include The Upham Hotel and Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton.

How many hotels are there in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?

Expedia has 46 hotels and other accommodation options 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! You'll find that most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara.

What is there to do in this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?

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 neighbourhood. 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 in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

5/5 Excellent
"Great location and close to the beach and harbor. "
A verified traveller stayed at West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
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West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel