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Santa Barbara Hotel Guide. Hotels in Upper East, Santa Barbara, United States of America

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Top Trending Hotels Near Upper East, Santa Barbara

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Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn

5.0 star property
Upper East
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (684)
"I love this place. This is my 2nd times, clean , staff friendly "
United States
Saypin
The price is €355
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Simpson House Inn
Front of property – evening/night
Orange Tree Inn

Orange Tree Inn

2.5 star property
Upper East
7.6 out of 10, Good, (727)
"Perfect spot, cute, quiet, and perfect for a getaway"
United States
Joe
The price is €78
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Orange Tree Inn
Reception
Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
Lower State, 2.3 km from Upper East
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1022)
"Great location and nice historic property beautifully restored."
United States
Lynette
The price is €161
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Hotel Santa Barbara
Exterior
Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
West Beach, 3 km from Upper East
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1790)
"Everything was great, clean, good staff, great breakfast and good location "
United States
Maria
The price is €142
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Inn By The Harbor
Free daily buffet breakfast
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

2.5 star property
19.2 km from Upper East
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1012)
"Clean room, staff was responsive "
United States
kasey
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Ground Floor | Terrace/patio
Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol

2.5 star property
19.1 km from Upper East
6.8 out of 10, (623)
"Nice atmosphere and garden seating area on property. "
United States
Ben
Casa Del Sol
Property amenity
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

3.5 star property
17.5 km from Upper East
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1330)
"Lovely courtyard and excellent location. Great value!"
United States
Wilhelmina
The price is €118
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Sports facility
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
4.4 km from Upper East
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1019)
"Nice clean property, friendly staff, ample choices for breakfast. Great ambiance "
United States
Tapan
The price is €173
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
3 outdoor pools, open 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

5.0 star property
19 km from Upper East
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"A real treat to stay here! The staff, food, amenities were all top notch!"
United States
Lori
The price is €495
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony)
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
West Beach, 3.1 km from Upper East
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1979)
"Hotel was nice and location was great."
Canada
Donald
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Front of property
Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn

3.0 star property
West Beach, 3.2 km from Upper East
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
"Great cute little hotel Lovely pool area Very likable "
United States
MOJGAN
The price is €231
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Mason Beach Inn
View from property
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

3.0 star property
West Beach, 3.3 km from Upper East
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1088)
"Clean room, great breakfast choices and location is perfect across from the beach."
United States
Erika
The price is €136
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Beachside Inn
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 9 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
7.1 km from Upper East
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1007)
"Room was great, bed comfy, nice and clean, and all of the staff were exceptional! "
United States
Debbie
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
View from room
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
Oak Park, 0.9 km from Upper East
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Great place"
United States
Grant
The price is €142
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
Beach
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

2.0 star property
19.1 km from Upper East
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (221)
"Clean and comfortable beds "
United States
Kelly
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South
Signature Single Room, 1 King Bed, Lanai, Garden Area
The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel

4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, 1.2 km from Upper East
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Amazing little stay in SB highly recommend "
United States
Jeselle
The price is €191
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
The Upham Hotel
Terrace/patio
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

3.0 star property
12.1 km from Upper East
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (498)
"Excellent location"
United States
Raquel
The price is €226
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property
10 km from Upper East
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (941)
"Clean Friendly and helpful staff Easy parking Good location"
United States
David
The price is €180
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Front of property
Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea

3.5 star property
West Beach, 3 km from Upper East
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1286)
"Pleasant staff, comfortable room, nice shower, safe area."
United States
Bruce
The price is €134
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

4.0 star property
East Beach, 4.3 km from Upper East
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (983)
"I like that it's a boutique hotel."
United States
Jacquelyne
The price is €247
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
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Where to stay in Upper East

Find the best Upper East areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

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.

Santa Barbara showing a coastal town
Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair
Open Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair

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 Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.

West Beach

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

East Beach

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

Top Upper East Hotel Reviews

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Great breakfast, nice rooms, pool and gardens are very nice."
Linda 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

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Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Upper East?
Travellers to the Upper East neighbourhood in Santa Barbara will be sure to enjoy their stay. Make sure that you visit Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum as part of your Upper East travel plans.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Upper East?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Simpson House Inn is the highest ranked property in Upper East. This B&B offers free breakfast and free parking. Another favourite option in the neighbourhood is Orange Tree Inn.
How many hotels can I expect to find in Upper East?
Expedia has 33 hotels and other accommodation options in Upper East 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 Upper East, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer in Upper East.
What is there to do in this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Upper East with a visit to Alice Keck Memorial Garden and Alameda Park. You could also plan a visit to Mission Santa Barbara or Santa Barbara Natural History Museum while you're in the neighbourhood. Santa Barbara Symphony Orchestra, Arlington Theater and Santa Barbara Public Market are just a few of the places to visit in and around Upper East. While you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara, make sure that you visit other sights such as Granada Theatre or Santa Barbara Museum of Art.