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Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn
5.0 star property
Upper East
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (712 reviews)
"Beautiful property, convenient location, fantastic staff"
United States
Joe
The price is RM1,490
RM1,971 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Simpson House Inn

Orange Tree Inn

Orange Tree Inn
2.5 star property
Upper East
7.6 out of 10, Good, (776 reviews)
"I love this Hotel the staff the rooms everything about it!"
United States
Timothy
The price is RM426
RM487 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Orange Tree Inn

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
7 km from Upper East
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,045 reviews)
"Clean room, staff at breakfast are very friendly."
United States
Srinivasa Rao
The price is RM798
RM927 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
26.5 km from Upper East
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Mike
The price is RM676
RM759 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
2.0 star property
19 km from Upper East
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,256 reviews)
"Great service and clean"
United States
Arturo
The price is RM338
RM390 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 star property
17.5 km from Upper East
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,449 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel with convenient location. "
United States
Natalia
The price is RM576
RM664 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South
2.0 star property
19.1 km from Upper East
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (244 reviews)
"Very nice place 👌 "
United States
Gerardo
The price is RM451
RM519 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
2.5 star property
19.2 km from Upper East
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice stay, good location"
United States
Richard
The price is RM678
RM781 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Vagabond Inn - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn - Carpinteria North
2.5 star property
16.9 km from Upper East
The price is RM3,594
RM4,134 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Apr - 11 Apr
Vagabond Inn - Carpinteria North

Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill
3.0 star property
11 km from Upper East
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (348 reviews)
"Room was spotless and view of the ocean from the room was beautiful. "
United States
Joseph
The price is RM998
RM1,158 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Inn on Summer Hill

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
East Beach, 3.7 km from Upper East
7.8 out of 10, Good, (242 reviews)
"Cleanroom, walkable from stores, friendly staff"
United States
Anaiah
The price is RM1,214
RM1,567 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
19.1 km from Upper East
7.0 out of 10, Good, (649 reviews)
"Did not have a fire place and we did not use the hot tub. Easy check in and out, clean too"
United States
Jennifer
The price is RM357
RM490 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Casa Del Sol

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
East Beach, 4.1 km from Upper East
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"The pool area is wonderful! The room was clean and the bed was very comfortable. I really enjoyed my stay and look forward to returning."
United States
Margo
The price is RM1,464
RM1,673 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Santa Barbara Inn

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 3.3 km from Upper East
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,125 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Kseniya
The price is RM875
RM997 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
2.0 star property
16.9 km from Upper East
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,085 reviews)
"yes we were very happy with our stay"
United States
Christine
The price is RM287
RM338 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
2.0 star property
2.5 km from Upper East
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,301 reviews)
"Everyone was very kind and helpful. Loved that it was so close to town. The only downsize is that pulling into the property is a little inconspicuous. "
United States
Ah-Sun
The price is RM414
RM471 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Sandpiper Lodge

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
East Beach, 4.3 km from Upper East
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,010 reviews)
"We love staying here! Great staff and room was super clean"
United States
Abigail
The price is RM577
RM658 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
The Inn at East Beach

La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 3.1 km from Upper East
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice clean property! Will stay here again! "
United States
Eva
The price is RM931
RM1,061 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
La Playa Inn

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
East Beach, 4.1 km from Upper East
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great clean stay! Amazing location. Would recommend to anyone looking for a fun beach stay"
United States
Kelsie
The price is RM776
RM885 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
6.3 km from Upper East
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful room.staff was lovely."
United States
Jeanine
The price is RM655
RM747 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
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Where to stay in Upper East

Find the best Upper East areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

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.

Downtown Santa Barbara

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Paseo Nuevo Mall or Santa Barbara Museum of Art might round out your trip.

West Beach

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

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Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Upper East?
Travellers to the Upper East neighbourhood in Santa Barbara will be sure to enjoy their stay. Make sure that you visit Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum as part of your Upper East travel plans.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Upper East?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Simpson House Inn is the highest ranked property in Upper East. This B&B is a short 11-minute walk from Santa Barbara County Courthouse, and it offers free breakfast and free parking. Another favourite option in the neighbourhood is Orange Tree Inn.
How many hotels can I expect to find in Upper East?
Expedia has 32 hotels and other accommodation options in Upper East to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Santa Barbara area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Upper East, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer in Upper East.
What is there to do in this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Upper East with a visit to Alice Keck Memorial Garden and Alameda Park. You could also plan a visit to Mission Santa Barbara or Santa Barbara Natural History Museum while you're in the neighbourhood. Santa Barbara Symphony Orchestra, Arts and Culture Center and Arlington Theater are just a few of the places to visit in and around Upper East. While you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara, make sure that you visit other sights such as Santa Barbara Public Market or Granada Theatre.

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