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Top 10 Hotels in Downtown Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
Front of property

Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1013)
"Great location"
The price is RM1,089
RM1,254 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
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)
"Staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, rooms were always clean. Property was very clean and restaurant was very good, right in the middle of everything from shopping to the beach."
The price is RM1,476
RM1,871 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
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, (1000)
"Perfect place to stay at Santa Barbara!"
The price is RM1,226
RM1,400 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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, (369)
"The Drift Hotel was so amazing! It was the perfect location to walk around State St, and explore around Santa Barbara"
The price is RM1,081
RM1,235 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Haley Hotel
Tasting room

Haley Hotel

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (540)
"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 RM845
RM1,006 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
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 RM609
RM694 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Social Stays
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
3 outdoor pools, open 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"All excellent, period!"
The price is RM2,378
RM2,942 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (861)
"Overall, we enjoyed our stay!"
The price is RM743
RM850 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Courtyard

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Friendly staff, wonderful breakfast and beautifully landscaped grounds all added up to a very pleasant stay."
The price is RM741
RM846 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Inn By The Harbor
Exterior

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1664)
"Such a charming property, friendly and helpful staff, blocks from beach and so many dining options. "
The price is RM986
RM1,126 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Inn By The Harbor
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
Balcony view

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Very clean modern property will stay there again "
The price is RM931
RM1,045 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Sports facility

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

4.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (66)
"Fun and close to beach "
The price is RM1,183
RM1,520 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
Terrace/patio

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (479)
"Great location and hotel "
The price is RM1,223
RM1,399 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
Casa Del Sol
Terrace/patio

Casa Del Sol

2.5 star property
6.8 out of 10, (595)
"It was a nice, safe and clean place to stay. The bed was comfortable and parking was right outside our door, which was very convenient. A cute place to visit. "
Casa Del Sol
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, (1834)
"Very nice location and stay "
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
Exterior

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Great stay Very pet friendly Definitely recommend"
The price is RM859
RM963 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Sports facility

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Enjoyed my stay!!"
The price is RM859
RM1,011 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Free daily buffet breakfast

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"We had a lovely stay and enjoyed the area very much. "
The price is RM609
RM702 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1135)
"Wonderful place to stay, but little expensive "
The price is RM453
RM516 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
View from property

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1052)
"Wonderful stay. Loved how close it was to everything. "
The price is RM1,011
RM1,153 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
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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.

Top Downtown Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Hotel was luxury, people very nice and helpful.the valet even went and picked up our dinner, since we don’t have door dash !!!! "
C E 1-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Hotel Santa Barbara

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 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.