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Santa Barbara Hotel Guide. Hotels in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, United States of America

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Our top choices for Historic Downtown Santa Barbara hotels

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1. Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (689 reviews)
"We had complimentary coffee and oatmeal. Fridge in our room and microwave were a plus! Very charming decor and close to the main downtown area."
United States
Diana
The price is €158
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Haley Hotel
Reception

2. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,489 reviews)
"Great location and fun updated hotel. "
United States
Marilyn
The price is €227
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Hotel Santa Barbara
Shopping centre

3. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Loved this hotel. Great location"
United States
Cayley
The price is €236
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Lobby

4. The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,014 reviews)
"Strongly recommend if you go to Santa barbara- very nice hotel with nice garden and lounge."
United States
JONATHAN CHARLES
The price is €212
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
The Upham Hotel
Pool

5. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel in great location. Beautiful roof top pool and walking access to downtown. Really nice hotel."
United States
Paul
The price is €387
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
View from room

6. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (486 reviews)
"The location of the Drift was fantastic and it was a darling place to stay."
United States
Shari
The price is €273
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite)

7. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.3 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,378 reviews)
"Great comfortable stay and nice breakfast"
Canada
Julia
The price is €165
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Apartment (1 Bedroom) | Exterior

8. Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin
3.0 star property
Laguna, 0.6 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (301 reviews)
"Had a great stay, ideal stay and close to Santa Barbara bowl."
United States
Yessica
The price is €208
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Casa Jardin
Lobby sitting area

9. Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.5 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,269 reviews)
"Great stay! Loved the workers so nice, so clean and loved the breakfast"
United States
Rosslyn
The price is €161
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Beachside Inn
Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | Interior

10. Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.5 star property
Laguna, 0.6 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (300 reviews)
"Amazing Stay"
United States
Monica
The price is €266
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Casa Riviera
Lobby lounge

11. Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach, 1.2 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (484 reviews)
"The staff was amazing"
United States
Elliott
The price is €136
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Front of property

12. The De La Vina Inn

The De La Vina Inn
3.5 star property
0.7 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (82 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Sanjay
The price is €151
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
The De La Vina Inn
Fountain

13. The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.4 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,270 reviews)
"Lovely stay, Comfortable, friendly, and the kitchenette was a plus."
United States
Naomi
The price is €177
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
The Franciscan Hotel
Comfort Apartment, 1 King Bed | Exterior

14. Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina
4.0 star property
0.7 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (210 reviews)
"Very clean room. Excellent accommodations! Parking was easy and very close to my room."
United States
Richard
The price is €254
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Casa De La Vina
Aerial view

15. Bath Street Inn

Bath Street Inn
3.5 star property
Oak Park, 1.3 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (378 reviews)
"clean room/common areas, delicious breakfast, easy parking, friendly staff, and it was all decorated beautifully. perfect stay!"
United States
Arusha
The price is €161
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Bath Street Inn
Exterior

16. Villa Rosa Inn

Villa Rosa Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.4 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Jose
The price is €203
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Villa Rosa Inn
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

17. The Presidio

The Presidio
2.0 star property
1.1 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (844 reviews)
"great location and clean motel"
United States
Bonnie
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
The Presidio
View from property

18. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.5 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,113 reviews)
"Great place"
United Kingdom
Richard
The price is €206
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Luxury Apartment | Interior

19. Casa Castillo

Casa Castillo
4.0 star property
0.6 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Amazing property!"
United States
David
The price is €267
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Casa Castillo
Exterior

20. Casa Iglesia

Casa Iglesia
4.5 star property
Oak Park, 1.5 km from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (59 reviews)
"Great location and comfortable rooms."
United States
Rich
The price is €242
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Casa Iglesia
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Where to stay in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Find the best Historic Downtown Santa Barbara areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal town with a pier extending into the ocean, a beach, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.

Santa Barbara Beach

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.

A coastal beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

Montecito

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.

A coastal town with a prominent white building with a red roof, palm trees, and mountains in the background.

Downtown Santa Barbara

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Arlington Theater might round out your trip.

A marina with multiple boats docked, calm water, and a clear sky.
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West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.

A beach with palm trees, a pier, and the ocean at sunset.

East Beach

East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.

Top Historic Downtown Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"There was a homeless person yelling in the middle of the night."
Lori 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Haley Hotel

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 Arlington Theater while you're in the neighbourhood.
What's a favourite place to stay in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?
Based on our traveller data, Hotel Santa Barbara is one of the top choices for your stay in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. This hotel is a short 13-minute walk from Santa Barbara County Courthouse, and it offers a 24-hour fitness centre and free WiFi. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include The Upham Hotel and Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG.
How many hotels are there in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?
Expedia has 25 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, Arlington Theater and Santa Barbara Museum of Art can be part of your cultural tour of Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. Paseo Nuevo Mall and De la Guerra Plaza 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 Presidio Santa Barbara are a couple of additional sights to visit in Santa Barbara.

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