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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, (1003)
"great stay"
The price is S$401
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Hotel Santa Barbara
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
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
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, (1004)
"Good service and rooms very nice "
The price is S$461
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Haley Hotel
Tasting room

Haley Hotel

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (527)
"All around great spot. Location is prime. Room had a great vibe. "
The price is S$287
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Haley Hotel
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$132
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Social Stays
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, (355)
"Overall great experience, great location and the hospitality was amazing "
The price is S$441
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel
City view from property

ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (118)
"Awesome place to stay. Good breakfast, friendly staff, good vibes."
ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel
Simpson House Inn
Garden

Simpson House Inn

5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (656)
"The property was beautiful and hope to return someday soon!"
The price is S$464
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Simpson House Inn
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Friendly staff and easy check in"
The price is S$250
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 9 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1009)
"My favorite place to stay when visiting Santa Barbara."
The price is S$276
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Outdoor spa tub

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1009)
"Close to the harbor and beach Clean and quiet Great Breakfast Friendly and helpful staff each and every time "
The price is S$347
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Riviera Beach House
Sun deck

Riviera Beach House

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Great location"
The price is S$401
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Riviera Beach House
Beachside Inn
View from room

Beachside Inn

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Good place basic breakfast great location lived the hotel decor highly recommend "
The price is S$325
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Beachside Inn
Mason Beach Inn
Front of property

Mason Beach Inn

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (913)
"Amazing stay!"
The price is S$439
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Mason Beach Inn
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Reception

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (865)
"Love this place and would stay again!"
The price is S$331
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Inn By The Harbor
Front of property – evening/night

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1624)
"Close to a lot of places and restaurants "
The price is S$378
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Inn By The Harbor
La Playa Inn
Front of property – evening/night

La Playa Inn

2.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Great property!"
The price is S$381
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
La Playa Inn
Sandpiper Lodge
Lobby sitting area

Sandpiper Lodge

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1628)
"It’s a nice and affordable place to stay in Santa Barbara"
The price is S$164
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Sandpiper Lodge
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1757)
"Nice location, clean, good beds, good coffee"
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Terrace/patio

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Great location! "
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
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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.

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.

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.

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 Presidio Santa Barbara and Paseo Nuevo Mall 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?

Presidio Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara County Courthouse and Casa de la Guerra 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 De la Guerra Plaza or Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum.