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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, (1,291 reviews)
"Great place "
United States
Sruti
The price is £213
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Hotel Santa Barbara

Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (616 reviews)
"Hands down we’d stay there again. Great location and boutique hotel. "
United States
Ramona
The price is £147
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
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 £348
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
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, (425 reviews)
"Great location - cute rooms- great attentive service "
United States
Grace
The price is £232
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location in center of town, extremely friendly staff, and a Napa CA style B&B look and feel. "
United States
Patrick
The price is £178
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
The Upham Hotel

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, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location, room clean and staff very helpful"
Australia
Mark
The price is £212
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

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, (350 reviews)
"Room was spotless and view of the ocean from the room was beautiful. "
United States
Joseph
The price is £219
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Inn on Summer Hill

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, (1,007 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Mike
The price is £142
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

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, (250 reviews)
"Cleanroom, walkable from stores, friendly staff"
United States
Anaiah
The price is £267
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
2.0 star property
11 mi from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,266 reviews)
"Great service and clean"
United States
Arturo
The price is £83
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
4.0 star property
3.5 mi from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Great location! Nice atmosphere! "
United States
Eugenie
The price is £160
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Montecito Inn

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, (1,464 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel with convenient location. "
United States
Natalia
The price is £132
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

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, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice stay, good location"
United States
Richard
The price is £156
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

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)
"Beautiful room.staff was lovely."
United States
Jeanine
The price is £129
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

The Craft House Inn

The Craft House Inn
4.0 star property
0.5 mi from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 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 £186
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
The Craft House Inn

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
East Beach, 1.8 mi from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,009 reviews)
"I would highly recommend this property! Great location and the staff is too notch! "
United States
Christopher
The price is £112
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
The Inn at East Beach

Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
11.1 mi from Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
7.0 out of 10, Good, (653 reviews)
"Did not have a fire place and we did not use the hot tub. Easy check in and out, clean too"
United States
Jennifer
The price is £85
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Casa Del Sol

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
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (398 reviews)
"Rooms were spotless and staff was fantastic. Location very convenient to freeway and fun restaurants."
United States
Kathleen
The price is £156
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

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, (1,005 reviews)
"Great clean stay! Amazing location. Would recommend to anyone looking for a fun beach stay"
United States
Kelsie
The price is £163
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
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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
1,291 reviews
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Lobby
The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,003 reviews
View
Exterior
Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
616 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
Shopping centre
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,002 reviews
View

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 Paseo Nuevo Mall or Santa Barbara Museum of Art 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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