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Montecito Inn
1295 Coast Village Rd, Santa Barbara 4.0 out of 5.0small rooms and tiny bathrooms, cute flair though. free breakfast is only pastries and coffee. location was too far away from beach for us, and hotel does not run a shuttle. needed to use lyft. hotel staff are extremely friendly though!
Montecito Inn£115
Montecito Inn£115
Simpson House Inn
121 East Arrellaga Street, Santa Barbara 5.0 out of 5.0Beautiful, historic home! Easy walk into town! Comfortable accommodations.
Simpson House Inn£191
Simpson House Inn£191
Ojai Valley Inn
905 Country Club Rd, Ojai 5.0 out of 5.0Booked a night here for a quick girl's trip and from the moment we arrived the service was impeccable! Definitely will be coming back here again soon :)
Ojai Valley Inn £267
Ojai Valley Inn £267
Chantico Inn
406 W Ojai Ave, Ojai 2.5 out of 5.0I enjoyed my stay here. If you like reading or not feeling like you're stuck in a room, this place is great. There are tables and chair close by every room and a great outside area with a sofa and chairs. I actually sat out there one evening just to relax.
Chantico Inn£76
Chantico Inn£76
Holiday Inn Express Santa Barbara
17 W Haley St, Santa Barbara 2.5 out of 5.0Inspite of the fact that this is really an old hotel, we loved the stay here. The rooms were clean and the cleaning staff did a great job in maintaining the cleanliness of the room. The other hotel staff were also friendly. This hotel is a stone throw distance from the downtown and it was one of ...
Holiday Inn Express Santa Barbara£123
Holiday Inn Express Santa Barbara£123
Cheshire Cat Inn
36 West Valerio Street, Santa Barbara 3.0 out of 5.0Stayed at the Cheshire Cat - in our home town! My second time here - first was 25 years ago trying to decide whether to move to Santa Barbara. It's been updated since and well maintained - and still oozes romance and comfort. Delightful and accomodating staff and cozy and very comfortable, romantic ...
Cheshire Cat Inn£152
Cheshire Cat Inn£152
Kimpton Canary Hotel
31 W Carrillo St, Santa Barbara 4.0 out of 5.0Very pleasant staff and experience. Quiet room. Very good restaurant. And French fries.
Kimpton Canary Hotel£222
Kimpton Canary Hotel£222
Belmond El Encanto
800 Alvarado Place, Santa Barbara 5.0 out of 5.0There are hotels and there is the El Encanto. If you are looking for a romantic experience, the Belmond El Encanto is truly for those looking for the catered services of a hotel with a cozy atmosphere of a private boutique escape. Walking the grounds is an experience of itself. The brick-lined walkways ...
Belmond El Encanto£254
Belmond El Encanto£254
King Frederik Inn
1617 Copenhagen Drive, Solvang 2.0 out of 5.0Clean place and courteous staff, right in the heart of Solvang. I will come back here again. Price is rey reasonable.
King Frederik Inn£63
King Frederik Inn£63
Mirabelle Inn and Restaurant
409 First Street, Solvang 4.0 out of 5.0This boutique hotel has been perfectly renovated. The art is stunning and all the finishings work very well together. The restaurant is spectacular and the staff friendly and attentive. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. (They just need to upgrade their WiFi - we were on the top floor and the quality ...
Mirabelle Inn and Restaurant£132
Mirabelle Inn and Restaurant£132Recently booked Santa Barbara hotels
Guide to Santa Barbara Historic Hotels
Travelling to new places can be more than just checking off a place on the map, it can also be about experiencing the history and culture of a place. One of the best ways to experience the area's culture is to plunge yourself in its past. Touring the region's landmarks or museums is a great kick-off, but a stay in a Santa Barbara historic hotel can take you back in time. Pack your luggage (no need for a time machine) as your Santa Barbara historic hotel awaits.
Something Old, Something New
As soon as you walk through your Santa Barbara hotel's lobby, you'll be transported back in time. With their classic charm and fascinating narratives, you'll love the look and feel of your one-of-a kind accommodation. While these hotels may be older, they have of the modern comforts that help you relax or keep in touch on your stay. You'll find your room outfitted with a cosy bed, lots of character, and just about anything else you'll need for a wonderful stay.
Once you have explored the historic hotel property, you can continue to take in this culturally-rich area by exploring the art galleries and renowned landmarks. Of course, all this perusing through the past will work up an appetite. Be sure to check through the comments and review the suggestions other travellers to Santa Barbara thought were merit a visit. You can also ask your hotel's concierge so you can get recommendations where the area's favourite spots to enjoy a drink or tea in Santa Barbara are.
Your Santa Barbara Hotel Is Waiting
Santa Barbara has 123 vintage hotels that have the look and feel of another era. Some of these hotels are where influential actors may have stayed. You're sure to land a room with all the in-room amenities and the rate you wish for. Take advantage of the great Santa Barbara deals here at Expedia, and make your visit unforgettable with a stay in one of these unique accommodations.
Nearby Cities
- Solvang Hotels (45.87 km)
- Ventura Hotels (40.3 km)
- Ojai Hotels (41.71 km)
- Santa Maria Hotels (89.73 km)
- Goleta Hotels (11.91 km)
- Carpinteria Hotels (16.76 km)
- Buellton Hotels (51.14 km)
- Lompoc Hotels (73.68 km)
- Santa Ynez Hotels (38.04 km)
- Los Olivos Hotels (49.01 km)
- Lebec Hotels (81.06 km)
- Summerland Hotels (9.6 km)
- Los Alamos Hotels (63.97 km)
- Santa Margarita Hotels (96.76 km)
- Ballard Hotels (45.01 km)
- Oak View Hotels (36.72 km)
- Gaviota Hotels (47.62 km)
- Maricopa Hotels (54.88 km)
Hotel Theme
- Hotels with Wifi (162)
- Hotels with Restaurant (145)
- Hotels with Parking (144)
- Family-Friendly Hotels (136)
- Hotels with Air Conditioning (133)
- Shopping Hotels (125)
- Hotels with Breakfast (125)
- Romantic Hotels (122)
- Golf Hotels (120)
- Hotels with Parking (119)
- Hotels near Museums (112)
- Sports Hotels (111)
- Hotels with Pool (106)
- Beach Hotels (105)
- Hotels with Laundry Service (103)
- Hotels with Balcony (101)
- Business Hotels (100)
- Apartment Hotel (98)
- Luxury Hotels (98)
- Hotels with a Bar (96)
Top Points of Interests in Santa Barbara
- University of California-Santa Barbara Hotels (13.58 km)
- Mission Santa Barbara Hotels (2.38 km)
- Santa Barbara County Courthouse Hotels (0.57 km)
- Presidio Santa Barbara Hotels (0.27 km)
- Santa Barbara Zoo Hotels (2.96 km)
- Santa Barbara Museum of Art Hotels (0.52 km)
- Lotusland Hotels (4.49 km)
- Santa Barbara Natural History Museum Hotels (2.71 km)
- Santa Barbara Botanical Garden Hotels (4.2 km)
- Santa Barbara Bowl Hotels (1.76 km)
- Santa Barbara City College Hotels (1.44 km)
- Santa Barbara Botanic Garden Hotels (4.14 km)
- Carpinteria State Beach Hotels (16.57 km)
- Seven Falls Hotels (4.89 km)
- River Park Hotels (72.19 km)
- Vandenberg Air Force Base Hotels (83.7 km)
- Arlington Theater Hotels (0.86 km)
- Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Hotels (2.77 km)
- Chumash Casino Hotels (41.3 km)
- Shoreline Park Hotels (2.58 km)
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