Hotels in Downtown Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara

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Top 10 Hotels in Downtown Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1009)
"Wonderful place "
The price is RM977
RM1,125 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Hotel Santa Barbara

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Very clean and lovely property located close to shopping. The on-site restaurant was expensive, with mediocre food."
The price is RM1,687
RM2,112 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"The location is excellent and we loved the hotel! "
The price is RM1,111
RM1,268 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (372)
"The Drift Hotel was so amazing! It was the perfect location to walk around State St, and explore around Santa Barbara"
The price is RM1,201
RM1,372 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Haley Hotel

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (547)
"What a gem, love the amenities and overall vibe of the place. Perfect location, walking distance to State St and the pier. Really enjoyed our stay! "
The price is RM749
RM895 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Haley Hotel

Social Stays

1.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (20)
"Great location & friendly staff! Definitely would visit again"
The price is RM399
RM454 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Social Stays

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"The service was superb!"
The price is RM2,527
RM3,109 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1011)
"Great place"
The price is RM785
RM897 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"Great place to stay"
The price is RM929
RM1,042 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (892)
"Great hotel to stay in Santa Barbara!"
The price is RM761
RM870 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (487)
"Excellent location"
The price is RM1,135
RM1,299 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1853)
"I love this place"
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

4.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (97)
"Great stay right on the beach. Parking on site is pretty expensive but it’s a great location."
The price is RM1,144
RM1,475 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1705)
"Nice place great location "
The price is RM1,007
RM1,150 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Inn By The Harbor

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1004)
"Great breakfast, conveniently located"
The price is RM848
RM949 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1003)
"Nice place convenient to the area's attractions. "
The price is RM850
RM1,000 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"We had a lovely stay and enjoyed the area very much. "
The price is RM641
RM739 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1155)
"It was close to the airport, close to restaurants and was clean"
The price is RM410
RM480 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Casa Del Sol

2.5 star property
6.8 out of 10, (606)
"We had a nice time "
Casa Del Sol

Mason Beach Inn

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (992)
"We had an amazing stay here! "
The price is RM1,388
RM1,608 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Mason Beach 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.

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

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

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum 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.

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 Social Stays and Hotel Santa Barbara.

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 20 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 Casa de la Guerra 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 De la Guerra Plaza. While you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara, make sure that you visit other sights such as Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum or Paseo Nuevo Mall.