Downtown Santa Barbara Travel Guide
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Stay near popular Downtown Santa Barbara attractions
Things to do

Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
฿1,160
per adult
100% of travellers recommend

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
฿2,283
per adult

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
฿1,258
per adult
98% of travellers recommend

Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental
฿509
per adult
100% of travellers recommend

Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
฿1,952
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Downtown Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿9,828 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿9,828
฿11,428 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
31 W Carrillo St Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿13,357 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿13,357
฿16,922 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
524 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿8,897 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿8,897
฿10,160 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very good! (477 reviews)
"The property was super modern — sadly the AC was not working properly so I got offer some discount. It works because I only stay for a day but my friends had two nights of that. Not fun in the summer. But we spent most of our day out, and used bicycle from the hotel which was fun. Location is excellent. ..."
Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

Haley Hotel
26 E Haley St Santa Barbara CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,677 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
฿5,677
฿6,802 total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free bicycles on-site and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
17 W Haley St Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿8,784 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿8,784
฿10,030 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Room was immaculate, comfortable, and well-lit. Staff was helpful and friendly. And the location is unbeatable: right by State Street and the Funk Zone but still peaceful, and close to the Santa Barbara Bowl! We would definitely stay again."
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
5550 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
The price is ฿2,797 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿2,797
฿3,353 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8/10 Very good! (1,545 reviews)
"It was clean and good for what we needed. Free parking and laundry on site but property is pretty dated but ok for 1 nights stay"
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026
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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.

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

Lower State
While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like Reagan Ranch Center and Moreton Bay Fig Tree.
























