My goal is to visit all the missions along the California coast. Here is the old Santa Barbara Mission (1786). Highly recommend the tour! $9 for adults.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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West Beach

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

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The Mesa

While visiting The Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.

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Top Upper East Hotel Reviews

Inn By The Harbor

10/10 Excellent

"Liked that it was close to the beach and other areas"

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

10/10 Excellent

"How amazing our stay is. Arron at the front desk gave us a very warm welcome, and recommended some good places to visit in Santa Barbara. The hotel has amazing view, beautiful garden, and really nice pools. Our room is clean and spacious too. We love this hotel and will definitely come back in the future!👍❤️"

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

10/10 Excellent

"The staff is great! Someone is always available at the front desk to assist if needed or just greet you when you arrive or are heading out the door. We have stayed in a standard room and junior suite. Both were very clean and enjoyable for each stay. The restaurant on the 3rd floor is an added perk with delicious food! "

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect location, stress-free stay! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I had a fantastic experience at the Avania Inn. The location is unbeatable—you are within walking distance to the beach and all the best food spots, so we barely needed the car. Speaking of the car, the parking is free and there was ample availability, which is a huge rarity in Santa Barbara! The staff were super lovely and welcoming. Check-in was a breeze; it was incredibly smooth with no surprise deposit hassles, just straight to the room. If you are looking for a convenient, friendly, and honest place to stay in Santa Barbara, I highly recommend booking here."

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 32 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.

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Orange Tree Inn

Simpson House Inn

Beachside Inn

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Hotel Santa Barbara

The Franciscan Hotel

The Milo

The Inn at East Beach

Riviera Beach House

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Inn By The Harbor

Casa Del Sol

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Where to stay in Upper East

Montecito

Santa Barbara Beach

Downtown Santa Barbara

West Beach

The Mesa

Top Upper East Hotel Reviews

Inn By The Harbor

Frequently asked questions