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Top 10 Hotels in Downtown Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
Front of property

Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1014)
"great stay"
The price is S$374
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Hotel Santa Barbara
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (357)
"Overall great experience, great location and the hospitality was amazing "
The price is S$443
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Haley Hotel
Tasting room

Haley Hotel

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (530)
"All around great spot. Location is prime. Room had a great vibe. "
The price is S$298
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Haley Hotel
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Exterior

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Good service and rooms very nice "
The price is S$437
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Exterior

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Great hotel! "
The price is S$563
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Social Stays
Fridge, microwave, dishwasher

Social Stays

1.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (16)
"It's a hostel, but it was very nice, and very clean. "
The price is S$174
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Social Stays
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Outdoor pool

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1007)
"It’s a wonderful getaway with the most beautiful ocean views. "
The price is S$262
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Free daily buffet breakfast

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1008)
"Friendly staff and easy check in"
The price is S$251
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South
Beach

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (179)
"Really nice rooms and the staff was friendly. "
The price is S$169
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South
Casa Del Sol
Terrace/patio

Casa Del Sol

2.5 star property
6.8 out of 10, (578)
"Great location near everything! Lovely walking trails and friendly front desk staff."
Casa Del Sol
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1178)
"Nice motel great location "
The price is S$153
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Property amenity

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1159)
"Great hotel"
The price is S$224
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Beautiful 2 Bed Beach Condo #201 2 Bedroom Condo by Sunset Shores Condominiums
Outdoor dining

Beautiful 2 Bed Beach Condo #201 2 Bedroom Condo by Sunset Shores Condominiums

3.0 star property
Beautiful 2 Bed Beach Condo #201 2 Bedroom Condo by Sunset Shores Condominiums
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
Courtyard

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1019)
"Now place to stay."
The price is S$119
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
Inn on Summer Hill
Lobby

Inn on Summer Hill

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (320)
"Beautiful setting, tastefully decorated rooms that were very comfortable and luxurious "
The price is S$436
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Inn on Summer Hill
Rosewood Miramar Beach
1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Rosewood Miramar Beach

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (275)
"Excellent property."
The price is S$2,639
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Rosewood Miramar Beach
Montecito Inn
View from room

Montecito Inn

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"The property is thoughtfully designed. I love the walkability of the area. I always enjoy staying here."
The price is S$428
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Montecito Inn
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Beach nearby

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Our stay here was fabulous! Nearly restaurants are excellent and close to the beach! We love biking in the area and that is a huge bonus!! "
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (883)
"Loved the vibe of this place very beautiful and convent location for places and experiences in walking distance "
The price is S$458
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
The Inn at East Beach
Reception

The Inn at East Beach

2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1009)
"Great place "
The Inn at East Beach
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Where to stay in Downtown Santa Barbara

Find the best Downtown Santa Barbara areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Montecito map

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.

Santa Barbara Beach map

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.

West Beach map

West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum are top sights worth seeing.

East Beach map

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.

The Mesa map

The Mesa

While visiting The Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Santa Barbara?

Travellers love the Downtown Santa Barbara neighbourhood for its beautiful beaches, array of dining options and major shopping area. Make sure that you visit Paseo Nuevo Mall and Santa Barbara County Courthouse as part of your Downtown Santa Barbara travel plans.

What's the best place to stay in Downtown Santa Barbara?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Haley Hotel is the highest ranked property in Downtown Santa Barbara. This hotel offers in-room fireplaces and a snack bar/deli. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Hotel Santa Barbara and Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton.

How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown Santa Barbara?

If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Barbara, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 27 Downtown Santa Barbara hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Santa Barbara, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals in Downtown Santa Barbara.

What can I see and do in this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?

Santa Barbara County Courthouse, Presidio Santa Barbara and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park are some local landmarks to explore in Downtown Santa Barbara. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Paseo Nuevo Mall and Santa Barbara Historical Museum are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Santa Barbara include Hill-Carrillo Adobe, Lobero Theater and La Arcada. While you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara, make sure that you visit other sights such as Casa de la Guerra or De la Guerra Plaza.