Upper East Travel Guide

Santa Barbara

A church with two domes and a cross in front.
A historic church with a bell tower and a fountain in the foreground.
A church with two domes and a cross in front.
An old stone building with a wooden door, surrounded by purple flowers.
A church with two domes and a mountain range in the background.

Stay near popular Upper East attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Upper East

Orange Tree Inn

Orange Tree Inn

2.5 out of 5
1920 State Street Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿4,183 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿4,183
฿4,776 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Orange Tree Inn
Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn

5 out of 5
121 East Arrellaga Street Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿11,619 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿11,619
฿15,515 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury B&B in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (730 reviews)
"Our stay was a fairy tale. We only stayed one night but it was a welcome respite. I was transported to England. A beautiful garden with soothing fountains and a quaint garden and delicious. Frank, Hailey and Dana greeted us like old friends. Top notch hospitality. One of the best places. We will ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2026

Simpson House Inn
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

2 out of 5
5550 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
The price is ฿2,829 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿2,829
฿3,391 total
16 Aug - 17 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 ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,481 reviews)
"Air conditioning adequate. Neighborhood okay. Room was fine"

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,830 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
฿4,830
฿5,507 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,612 reviews)
"This property is worn down and not worth the $264 per night rate. It was last renovated in the mid 80s. The equipment in the fitness room is old (the bike and treadmill worked but the elliptical did not and the other random benches were pointless. It also had wall-to-wall carpet?!). Breakfast was ..."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2026

Sandpiper Lodge
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
4770 Calle Real Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿6,281 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿6,281
฿7,298 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 out of 5
4111 State Street Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿6,793 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿6,793
฿7,993 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,138 reviews)
"I was a good stay. Exceptional. Free breakfast buffet"

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2026

Hyatt Place 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 West Beach.

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 Presidio Santa Barbara or Arlington Theater might round out your trip.

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 Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.



Upper East Travel Guide