What is Presidio Neighborhood like?

You'll be sure to have fun exploring Santa Barbara's Presidio Neighborhood neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Lobero Theater and Presidio Santa Barbara as part of your Presidio Neighborhood travel plans.

What's the best accommodation in Presidio Neighborhood?

Based on our traveller data, Palihouse Santa Barbara is one of the top choices for your stay in Presidio Neighborhood. This hotel is a short 8-minute walk from Santa Barbara County Courthouse, and it offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Presidio Neighborhood area?

When you want to find places to stay in Santa Barbara, start by booking one of Expedia's 5 hotels and other accommodation options in Presidio Neighborhood.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Presidio Neighborhood, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available in Presidio Neighborhood.

What is there to do in this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?

Attractions such as El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, Lobero Theater and Presidio Santa Barbara highlight Santa Barbara's cultural scene. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Santa Barbara Historical Museum and Casa de la Guerra are some other places worth a visit. De la Guerra Plaza, Hill-Carrillo Adobe and Rafael Gonzalez House are just a few of the places to visit in and around Presidio Neighborhood. While you're out sightseeing, Paseo Nuevo Mall and La Arcada are a couple of additional sights to visit in Santa Barbara.

The Best Hotels in Presidio Neighborhood, Santa Barbara - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Presidio Neighborhood hotels

Superior Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (The Grand Studio Double) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

1. Palihouse Santa Barbara

Presidio Neighborhood

Mary

฿17,315 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

2. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 0.6 km from Presidio Neighborhood

Dominique

฿11,646 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jul - 30 Jul

3. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 1.5 km from Presidio Neighborhood

Lorena

฿11,641 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

4. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Lower State, 0.6 km from Presidio Neighborhood

Matthew

฿11,120 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

5. La Playa Inn

West Beach, 1.5 km from Presidio Neighborhood

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฿10,415 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

6. The Upham Hotel

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, 1 km from Presidio Neighborhood

Michael

฿8,820 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

7. Inn By The Harbor

West Beach, 1.4 km from Presidio Neighborhood

Richard

฿11,585 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Aug - 12 Aug

8. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 1.3 km from Presidio Neighborhood

David

฿10,159 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

9. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Oak Park, 2.2 km from Presidio Neighborhood

Gloria

฿6,836 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

10. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

West Beach, 1.4 km from Presidio Neighborhood

Martin

฿8,529 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | Interior

11. Casa Riviera

Laguna, 0.3 km from Presidio Neighborhood

John Christopher

฿10,586 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

12. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Lower State, 0.7 km from Presidio Neighborhood

Cayley

฿10,423 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, pool loungers

13. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Downtown Santa Barbara, 0.4 km from Presidio Neighborhood

Paul

฿15,130 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

14. Beachside Inn

West Beach, 1.6 km from Presidio Neighborhood

Melanie

฿9,679 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Aug - 11 Aug

Apartment (1 Bedroom) | Front of property

15. Casa Jardin

Laguna, 0.3 km from Presidio Neighborhood

Yessica

฿8,744 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

16. Harbor View Inn

West Beach, 1.4 km from Presidio Neighborhood

Hector

฿13,367 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

17. Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

East Beach, 2.1 km from Presidio Neighborhood

McKenna

฿12,928 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

18. Mason Beach Inn

West Beach, 1.5 km from Presidio Neighborhood

Dayne

฿12,650 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

19. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

Oak Park, 1.2 km from Presidio Neighborhood

chen Min

฿10,333 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

20. Lavender Inn by the Sea

West Beach, 1.4 km from Presidio Neighborhood

Brian

฿10,877 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Jul - 31 Jul

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Where to stay in Presidio Neighborhood

Find the best Presidio Neighborhood areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A coastal town with a pier extending into the ocean, a beach, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.

Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor.

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A coastal beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

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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A coastal town with a prominent white building with a red roof, palm trees, and mountains in the background.

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 Lobero Theater or Arlington Theater might round out your trip.

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A marina with multiple boats docked, calm water, and a clear sky.

West Beach

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

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A beach with palm trees, a pier, and the ocean at sunset.

East Beach

East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.

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Top Presidio Neighborhood Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

8/10 Good

"Hotel staff was nice and friendly. We were able to stay with our dogs here which was nice. The t is conveniently located in the city. Hotel a little older but friendliness made up for it. Thank you."

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

8/10 Good

"We had a great stay at this hotel. The room was very clean, and the entire property was quiet and peaceful. Everyone mostly kept to themselves, which made for a relaxing stay. The air conditioning worked amazingly it kept the room nice and cold, which was especially appreciated during the warmer weather. The pool was also clean and well maintained. The only minor downside was that there wasn't a microwave in the room. However, there is a shared microwave located in the laundry room next to the washers, dryers, and vending machines, so it wasn't a huge inconvenience. As for the staff, we honestly didn't interact with them much, so I can't fairly comment on the service. We didn't need to ask for anything during our stay. Overall, we had a very pleasant experience and would definitely consider staying here again."

Hotel Californian

8/10 Good

"The property is indeed unique - - beautiful architecture - our room however was extremely overpriced for having it face a parking lot and garbage area . The room itself was clean although the carpet had several spots all over. For 1300 / night I would expect more, at least a bigger property with more to do … The pool area was the best thing we experienced in the hotel although they didn’t really have food or drink service - waiters would show up maybe once / hour. They are located in the best Santa Barbara Funk Zone as it’s called but that also within 2 min walk of commercial transportation train tracks."

Beachside Inn

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed our family trip with beachside inn. The staff was very friendly and helped us get adjoining rooms. the parking was easy and were able to walk around. Since it was hot the pool was nice and clean. The breakfast buffet was a nice way to start the day, especially with our picky little eaters. overall nice stay."

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Our top choices for Presidio Neighborhood hotels

1. Palihouse Santa Barbara

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3. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

4. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

5. La Playa Inn

6. The Upham Hotel

7. Inn By The Harbor

8. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

9. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

10. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

11. Casa Riviera

12. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

13. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

14. Beachside Inn

15. Casa Jardin

16. Harbor View Inn

17. Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

18. Mason Beach Inn

19. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

20. Lavender Inn by the Sea

Where to stay in Presidio Neighborhood

Santa Barbara Beach

Montecito

Downtown Santa Barbara

West Beach

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Top Presidio Neighborhood Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

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