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Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,353 reviews)
"Perfect location with a very attentive staff. This will be our go to spot when in Santa Barbara."
United States
Marc
The price is ฿7,833
฿9,109 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Hotel Santa Barbara

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (436 reviews)
"Great location - but very pricey for what it is. Tiny tiny rooms"
United States
Andrew
The price is ฿8,989
฿10,265 total
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (634 reviews)
"We went on a week day and it was such a chill hotel! Very quiet, laid back, and relaxing. Personally for us it was a great stay right next to everything! "
United States
Christian
The price is ฿5,458
฿6,545 total
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Haley Hotel

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Location was the best, close to the town center."
United States
Stanley
The price is ฿7,803
฿8,910 total
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"We only stayed one night as we were traveling through but the staff was nice, room was clean"
United States
Anthony
The price is ฿10,957
฿14,144 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
4.0 star property
5.6 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, good stuff perfect location."
United States
Anna
The price is ฿5,162
฿7,238 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Montecito Inn

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
East Beach, 2.3 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
7.8 out of 10, Good, (276 reviews)
"Love the location!"
United States
Wendelyn
The price is ฿9,039
฿11,774 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach, 1.3 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (419 reviews)
"Reception area and Breakfast area were very nice. Breakfast was fresh and prepared well. Staff was friendly and helpful. Parking was convenient."
United States
Olga
The price is ฿5,091
฿5,803 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
25.1 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Great stay here! Amazing view from our room. Staff was nice & the food from the hotel restaurant was solid! "
United States
Vincent
The price is ฿6,282
฿7,056 total
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill
3.0 star property
9.9 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (356 reviews)
"Lovely place. Staff was accommodating. "
United States
Dawn
The price is ฿6,734
฿7,812 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Inn on Summer Hill

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
5.2 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Everything was awesome and we would definitely stay again."
United States
Joyce Marie
The price is ฿5,760
฿6,566 total
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
2.0 star property
17.7 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,271 reviews)
"Well designed and good location "
United States
Nora
The price is ฿2,936
฿3,383 total
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Rancho Oso RV & Camping Resort

Rancho Oso RV & Camping Resort
2.0 star property
14.3 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (70 reviews)
"The cabin we had was wonderful. Kitchen was stocked so well. It was clean and pleasant. However, if you advertise a restaurant and you are 17 MILES away from everything, that advertised restaurant better be open. We were panicked when the restaurant had not been open for over 1.5 years!!! The thought of going back 17 miles on a country road after driving over 5 hours was a deal breaker. Although staff was super and helped us find some food in the little convenience store (which closed at...
United States
Denise
The price is ฿6,982
฿7,959 total
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May
Rancho Oso RV & Camping Resort

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 star property
16.3 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,514 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Justin
The price is ฿5,786
฿6,665 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
East Beach, 2.9 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,007 reviews)
"Great location with a retro flair."
United States
nathan
The price is ฿5,481
฿6,248 total
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May
The Inn at East Beach

Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
17.9 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
7.0 out of 10, Good, (664 reviews)
"The room was clean but small. Small bathroom and it's a Motel."
United States
Richard
The price is ฿3,600
฿4,805 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Casa Del Sol

Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.0 star property
Laguna, 0.5 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (183 reviews)
"Great location for a short stay in Santa Barbara!"
United States
Sophie
The price is ฿4,733
฿7,784 total
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Casa Riviera

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
East Beach, 2.7 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Very nice alternative to the very expensive hotels in the area."
United States
geoffrey
The price is ฿5,333
฿6,080 total
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.4 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,230 reviews)
"We absolutely loved our stay and ate planning our next trip to stay there!"
United States
Nuria
The price is ฿5,207
฿6,188 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

The Craft House Inn

The Craft House Inn
4.0 star property
0.8 km from Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Home/room felt like home while our short stay away from home. Host was very helpful throughout our stay."
United States
Norma
The price is ฿6,400
฿7,308 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
The Craft House 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.

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.

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.

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

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

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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 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 our traveller data, Hotel Santa Barbara is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Santa Barbara. This hotel is a short 13-minute walk from Santa Barbara County Courthouse, and it offers a 24-hour fitness centre and free WiFi. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG and Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels.
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 25 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, El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park and Hill-Carrillo Adobe are some local landmarks to explore in Downtown Santa Barbara. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Lobero Theater and Paseo Nuevo Mall are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Santa Barbara include La Arcada, Casa de la Guerra 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 Santa Barbara Museum of Art.