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 our traveller data, Orange Tree Inn is one of the top choices for your stay in Upper East. This hotel is a short 14-minute walk from Mission Santa Barbara, and it offers an outdoor pool and private balconies. Another good option for your stay in the neighbourhood is Simpson House 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 Alameda Park and Alice Keck Memorial Garden. 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, Arts and Culture Center and Arlington Theater 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 Santa Barbara Public Market or Granada Theatre.

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Our top choices for Upper East hotels

1. Orange Tree Inn

Upper East

joseph

includes taxes & fees

29 Jul - 30 Jul

2. Simpson House Inn

Upper East

Victor

includes taxes & fees

23 Jul - 24 Jul

3. The Presidio

0.7 km from Upper East

Henry

includes taxes & fees

29 Jul - 30 Jul

4. Casa Iglesia

Oak Park, 0.6 km from Upper East

Derrick

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

5. Lemon Tree Inn

1.3 km from Upper East

Shanna

includes taxes & fees

11 Aug - 12 Aug

6. Bath Street Inn

Oak Park, 0.9 km from Upper East

Nicolette

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

7. Casa Jardin

Laguna, 1.6 km from Upper East

Yessica

includes taxes & fees

27 Jul - 28 Jul

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | Interior

8. Casa Riviera

Laguna, 1.9 km from Upper East

John Christopher

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite)

9. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

West Beach, 3.1 km from Upper East

Martin

includes taxes & fees

28 Jul - 29 Jul

10. The Upham Hotel

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, 1.2 km from Upper East

Michael

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

11. Haley Hotel

Lower State, 2.5 km from Upper East

Rey Jacob

includes taxes & fees

28 Jul - 29 Jul

12. Sandpiper Lodge

2.5 km from Upper East

Nancy

includes taxes & fees

11 Aug - 12 Aug

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

13. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Oak Park, 0.9 km from Upper East

Gloria

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

14. Town and Country Inn

1.3 km from Upper East

Lorraine

includes taxes & fees

26 Jul - 27 Jul

15. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

Oak Park, 0.8 km from Upper East

chen Min

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

16. Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Santa Barbara Beach, 2.9 km from Upper East

Viviano

includes taxes & fees

4 Aug - 5 Aug

17. Casa Castillo

1.7 km from Upper East

David

includes taxes & fees

27 Jul - 28 Jul

18. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 2.3 km from Upper East

Dominique

includes taxes & fees

10 Aug - 11 Aug

19. The De La Vina Inn

1.3 km from Upper East

Sanjay

includes taxes & fees

27 Jul - 28 Jul

20. Agave Inn

2.1 km from Upper East

Katharine

includes taxes & fees

4 Aug - 5 Aug

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Where to stay in Upper East

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Santa Barbara Beach

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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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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 Presidio Santa Barbara or Granada Theatre might round out your trip.

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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.

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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.

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Top Upper East Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

10/10 Excellent

"Nice clean rooms, very friendly staff."

Inn By The Harbor

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic little hotel in a nice area. Minutes from everything in Santa Barbara. Staff were all nice and our room looked like a little apartment with a kitchen and fridge. Very helpful for leftovers from dinner out! The grounds were so beautiful! The breakfast was great too. They had egg frittatas, out meal, cereal, yogurt parfaits and pastries. Coffee and tea. We ate inside but lots of people ate on the patio outside the lobby which was really nice. I highly recommended this hotel."

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"We had a lovely one-night stay at this property. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, and they gave us some great recommendations for nearby beaches and places to visit, which we really appreciated. The pool was nice, making it a great place to relax. One of our favourite features was the beautiful outdoor area with ducks and turtles – it was such a peaceful and unique touch. Although we only stayed for one night, we had a very pleasant experience and would happily stay here again if we’re in the area."

The Upham Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay was wonderful. The overall experience succeeded our expectations. We enjoyed drinks and appetizers one evening, followed by brunch the next day, and the complementary continental breakfast pastries were delicious. The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made our stay even more enjoyable. The property was comfortable and very well maintained with beautiful outdoor seating areas that were perfect for relaxing. The location was another highlight. It was easy to walk to downtown making it convenient to explore the area without needing to drive. The food was great throughout our stay and we truly enjoyed our experience. We would definitely stay here again and recommend it to anyone visiting the area."

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Our top choices for Upper East hotels

1. Orange Tree Inn

2. Simpson House Inn

3. The Presidio

4. Casa Iglesia

5. Lemon Tree Inn

6. Bath Street Inn

7. Casa Jardin

8. Casa Riviera

9. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

10. The Upham Hotel

11. Haley Hotel

12. Sandpiper Lodge

13. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

14. Town and Country Inn

15. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

16. Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

17. Casa Castillo

18. Hotel Santa Barbara

19. The De La Vina Inn

20. Agave Inn

Where to stay in Upper East

Santa Barbara Beach

Montecito

Downtown Santa Barbara

West Beach

East Beach

Top Upper East Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

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