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Top 10 Hotels in Downtown Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1179)
"Great hotel"
The price is S$212
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1006)
"Nice clean rooms. Enjoyed the visit "
The price is S$119
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1018)
"Fantastic motel, great location and extremly friendly staff. "
The price is S$244
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Haley Hotel

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (532)
"All around great spot. Location is prime. Room had a great vibe. "
The price is S$304
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Haley Hotel

Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"great stay"
The price is S$367
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Hotel Santa Barbara

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$435
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Great hotel! "
The price is S$642
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (361)
"The Drift Hotel was so amazing! It was the perfect location to walk around State St, and explore around Santa Barbara"
The price is S$415
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

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
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Social Stays

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"It’s a wonderful getaway with the most beautiful ocean views. "
The price is S$243
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Clean friendly staff"
The price is S$225
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1173)
"Easy location.. plenty of parking.. safe area.."
The price is S$161
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Casa Riviera

4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5)
"The best place to stay in SB!!!"
The price is S$446
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Casa Riviera

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"It was our first time visiting Santa Barbara and first stay at Pacific Crest Hotel. This was a last minute trip and we were pleasantly surprised on how nice and welcoming this hotel was to our family and how close it was to the beach. We will definitely visit again with more time to spend. "
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Orange Tree Inn

2.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (656)
"A simple place to stay with a pool and fairly close to things to do!"
The price is S$173
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Orange Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn

3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1004)
"I love this hotel,thanks so much "
The price is S$194
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Lemon Tree Inn

Casa Del Sol

2.5 star property
6.8 out of 10, (580)
"We had a wonderful stay at Casa del Sol, a boutique-like small motel. It was our first time there. The staff was responsive to our needs and provided a quiet, charming environment. We look forward to our next visit! "
Casa Del Sol

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (186)
"Really nice rooms and the staff was friendly. "
The price is S$169
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

Casa De La Vina

2.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (97)
"The location was conveniently near the train station and felt very safe. "
The price is S$409
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Casa De La Vina

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$458
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Montecito Inn
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Where to stay in Downtown Santa Barbara

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

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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.

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West Beach

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

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The Mesa

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

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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 Lobero Theater 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 26 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, Lobero Theater 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, La Arcada and Casa de la Guerra. 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.