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

Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Comedy Drag Show Ticket at Wildcat Lounge in Santa Barbara
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

The Upham Hotel
"Very nice staff, clean, comfortable (especially the firm mattress) rooms, great location! The unexpected free extras (good coffee & pastries, wine, and milk and cookies) were a nice treat!"
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2026

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
"Nice boutique hotel, but pictures were a bit deceiving.I️ didn’t love the peekaboo shower with glass into the bedroom. Also the sink was in the washroom. For the price I️ expected a bit more. I️ will say the location and staff was very responsive. Parking was off-site, affordable and no valet."
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"Great location. Great staff at desk and valet. Very nice room. We’ll want to stay there again."
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026

Haley Hotel
"This is a very cute boutique hotel in the heart of Santa Barbara. It's clean and decorated in a retro & nautical theme. There were ear plugs on each night stand which gave us pause ... and while it was a little noisy at night, we were able to sleep just fine. Parking is right next door. The attendant ..."
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2026
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Where to stay in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

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 Lobero Theater or Presidio Santa Barbara 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 East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.






















