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Our top choices for Historic Downtown Santa Barbara hotels

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,366 reviews)
"Great hotel!!! "
United States
Jamie
The price is £210
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Hotel Santa Barbara

The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent location and beautiful hotel."
United States
Marco
The price is £166
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
The Upham Hotel

Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (642 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay here. The property was very centrally located and clean. "
United States
Katherine
The price is £144
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Haley Hotel

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"We only stayed one night as we were traveling through but the staff was nice, room was clean"
United States
Anthony
The price is £343
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

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, (442 reviews)
"Loved the vibe in this hotel and bar! It was a great location and we were able to walk everywhere. We even checked out the bikes and took a bike ride. It was a special event we were celebrating and we felt really spoiled here. The staff was very helpful and made sure we have everything we needed. I would stay her again and highly recommend it."
United States
NATALIE
The price is £236
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

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, (1,001 reviews)
"Location was the best, close to the town center."
United States
Stanley
The price is £223
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
15.6 mi from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Was a great time!!"
United States
Amanda
The price is £140
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill
3.0 star property
6.2 mi from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (357 reviews)
"Lovely place. Staff was accommodating. "
United States
Dawn
The price is £180
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Inn on Summer Hill

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach, 0.7 mi from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (422 reviews)
"Staff was terrific and room was great size and cleanly and very cozy. As far as bed and breakfasts go this place was a 10/10."
United States
Ryan
The price is £141
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
3.2 mi from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Rooms were very clean, the location is fantastic, and they offer you bicycles to explore around. I loved sitting under the pergola and listening to the water fountain."
United States
Sergio
The price is £138
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 star property
10.1 mi from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,517 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Justin
The price is £123
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Casa Iglesia

Casa Iglesia
4.5 star property
Oak Park, 1 mi from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"This is a perfect hotel room. Clean, quiet and comfortable with a few well thought out luxury touches and the essentials we all want. Great value!"
United States
Sharon
The price is £145
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Casa Iglesia

Vagabond Inn Carpinteria North - Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Carpinteria North - Santa Barbara
2.0 star property
9.8 mi from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,164 reviews)
"Great place for staying. "
United States
Yanchao
The price is £69
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Vagabond Inn Carpinteria North - Santa Barbara

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
East Beach, 1.7 mi from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Amazing stay! Will come back again!"
United States
Chaoqun
The price is £123
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
11.1 mi from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
7.0 out of 10, Good, (666 reviews)
"Very quiet property, probably because this is a single story hotel. No walking heard from the ceiling."
United States
Esther
The price is £103
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Casa Del Sol

The Craft House Inn

The Craft House Inn
4.0 star property
0.5 mi from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (24 reviews)
"Home/room felt like home while our short stay away from home. Host was very helpful throughout our stay."
United States
Norma
The price is £359
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
The Craft House Inn

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
East Beach, 1.4 mi from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
7.8 out of 10, Good, (286 reviews)
"We had a very pleasant visit and will be returning"
United States
Simon
The price is £271
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
2.5 star property
11.1 mi from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Leticia I
The price is £145
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
1.3 mi from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (566 reviews)
"Wonderful place wonderful staff great food and amenities"
United States
Joseph
The price is £662
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
El Encanto Santa Barbara
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Compare popular hotels in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Reception
Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,366 reviews
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Lobby
The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
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Exterior
Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
642 reviews
View
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, pool loungers
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,001 reviews
View
View from room
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
8.4
Very good
442 reviews
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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.

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.

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.

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 Paseo Nuevo Mall might round out your trip.

West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and Carriage and Western Art Museum 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 Historic Downtown Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hotels in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara that travellers recommend?
For excellent accommodation in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, The Upham Hotel comes highly recommended by travellers.

The 4-star Upham Hotel, with an impressive 9.0 rating, is frequently praised for its friendly and helpful staff, as well as its easily walkable and great location within the shopping district. Guests often highlight the great and lovely rooms, which feature premium bedding, climate control for cooling, and rainfall showerheads. Some rooms also include a fireplace for added comfort, and all guests can enjoy designer toiletries. The beautiful courtyard is another feature that receives frequent positive mentions. The hotel is conveniently located near points of interest such as the Alice Keck Memorial Garden, just 0.7 km away, and the Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum, 0.8 km distant.
What are the best family hotels in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?
For an excellent family hotel in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, The Upham Hotel is a superb choice.

This 4-star hotel, with a very high rating of 9.0, offers a range of features ideal for families, including complimentary cribs, sofa beds, and kitchens in some accommodations. Guests appreciate the outdoor spaces such as porches, lanais, patios, yards, and terraces. The Upham Hotel is also conveniently located, with the Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum just 0.8 km away and Alice Keck Memorial Garden 0.7 km away. Our customers frequently highlight the friendly and helpful staff, the easily walkable location, and the beautiful courtyard.
When is the best time to go to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara?
The best time to go to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara is during spring (April to May) or autumn (September to October) when the weather is pleasantly warm and the crowds are smaller.

During these shoulder seasons, you'll find comfortable temperatures, typically ranging from the high teens to mid-twenties Celsius, which is ideal for exploring the city on foot or enjoying outdoor dining. The summer months (June to August) can be very busy with tourists, leading to higher prices and more crowded attractions. Winter (November to March) offers milder weather but has a higher chance of rain and some businesses might have reduced hours.

For those looking for a relaxing trip with ideal weather for sightseeing and enjoying the city's atmosphere, late spring or early autumn provides the superb balance of good conditions without the peak season bustle.
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