Historic Downtown Santa Barbara Travel Guide
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Things to do
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
£29
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
£52
per adult
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
£26
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
Hotel Santa Barbara
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is £235 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
£235
2 Aug - 3 Aug
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! (1,430 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel with comfortable upgraded rooms, bikes to borrow, even a sparkling water dispenser on each floor."
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026
The Upham Hotel
1404 De La Vina Street Santa Barbara CA
The price is £174 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
£174
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Loved how close it is to everything the room was very spacious and clean. The staff were really friendly. Definitely will be returning soon."
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
524 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is £237 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
£237
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (455 reviews)
"Great hotel in the heart of Santa Barbara!"
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
31 W Carrillo St Santa Barbara CA
The price is £328 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
£328
19 Jul - 20 Jul
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 ...
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
17 W Haley St Santa Barbara CA
The price is £275 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
£275
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Great location, close to everything, very clean rooms. Staff was helpful and always around. I would go here again."
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Haley Hotel
26 E Haley St Santa Barbara CA
The price is £156 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
£156
20 Jul - 21 Jul
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (665 reviews)
"Amazing"
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026
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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 East 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.
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.
Photo by Adam Hoggatt
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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 East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.
