Downtown Santa Barbara Travel Guide
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Visit Downtown Santa Barbara
Stay near popular Downtown Santa Barbara attractions
Things to do
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
£52
per adult
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
£28
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
£26
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop
£45
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Downtown Santa Barbara
Hotel Santa Barbara
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is £199 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
£199
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,518 reviews)
"I was thoroughly impressed with the cleanliness, the design, the professional, friendly staff. Everything was just amazing could not be happier."
Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
31 W Carrillo St Santa Barbara CA
The price is £339 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
£339
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Customer service"
Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
524 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is £201 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
£201
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Haley Hotel
26 E Haley St Santa Barbara CA
The price is £146 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
£146
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free bicycles on-site and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
17 W Haley St Santa Barbara CA
The price is £206 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
£206
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
4200 Via Real Carpinteria CA
The price is £69 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
£69
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
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Where to stay in Downtown Santa Barbara
Find the best 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 West Beach.
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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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 Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Arlington Theater might round out your trip.
