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Orange Tree Inn
Front of property – evening/night

Orange Tree Inn

2.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (673)
"Great place, I would stay here again. "
The price is ฿3,419
฿3,904 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Orange Tree Inn
Haley Hotel
Tasting room

Haley Hotel

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (543)
"What a gem, love the amenities and overall vibe of the place. Perfect location, walking distance to State St and the pier. Really enjoyed our stay! "
The price is ฿6,001
฿7,165 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Haley Hotel
Hotel Santa Barbara
Front of property

Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1006)
"Great location"
The price is ฿7,908
฿9,105 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Hotel Santa Barbara
The De La Vina Inn
Front of property

The De La Vina Inn

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (54)
"Place was nice. Perfect to get ready before a wedding."
The price is ฿4,381
฿5,930 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
The De La Vina Inn
Simpson House Inn
Garden

Simpson House Inn

5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (667)
"The property was beautiful and hope to return someday soon!"
The price is ฿10,493
฿11,982 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Simpson House Inn
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South
Beach

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (197)
"Great stay ! "
The price is ฿3,733
฿4,293 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South
Montecito Inn
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | View from room

Montecito Inn

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Beautiful and well maintained "
The price is ฿5,727
฿7,892 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Montecito Inn
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
Courtyard

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

2.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1007)
"Great stay"
The price is ฿2,685
฿3,158 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Beach nearby

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Friendly staff "
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Rosewood Miramar Beach
1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Rosewood Miramar Beach

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (281)
"One of the best properties I’ve stayed at. Beautiful and clean . Service is excellent. "
The price is ฿50,254
฿61,224 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Rosewood Miramar Beach
Palmoro House
Exterior

Palmoro House

3.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (300)
"Good location"
The price is ฿5,204
฿6,907 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Palmoro House
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Outdoor pool

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Beautiful location"
The price is ฿5,564
฿6,249 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (370)
"The Drift Hotel was so amazing! It was the perfect location to walk around State St, and explore around Santa Barbara"
The price is ฿8,302
฿9,480 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Santa Barbara Inn
Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view

Santa Barbara Inn

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Close to the Beach and great food"
The price is ฿11,201
฿12,794 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Santa Barbara Inn
Palihouse Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Palihouse Santa Barbara

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (339)
"Very cool hotel in a great location. Highly recommend it. "
The price is ฿13,010
฿16,133 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Palihouse Santa Barbara
Casa Jardin
Premium Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Casa Jardin

2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (196)
"Great stay"
The price is ฿3,568
฿7,195 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Casa Jardin
Ala Mar by the Sea
Front of property

Ala Mar by the Sea

2.0 star property
6.0 out of 10, (950)
"In hotel description states continental breakfast included but only cofe and sweets "
Ala Mar by the Sea
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Property amenity

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1224)
"Excellent breakfast, comfortable bed, well maintained facility."
The price is ฿4,646
฿5,352 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Room, 1 King Bed (Deck) | Terrace/patio

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Ok place to stay."
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Casa Del Sol
Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Ground Floor | Terrace/patio

Casa Del Sol

2.5 star property
6.8 out of 10, (602)
"It was a nice, safe and clean place to stay. The bed was comfortable and parking was right outside our door, which was very convenient. A cute place to visit. "
Casa Del Sol
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Where to stay in Upper East

Find the best Upper East areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

Santa Barbara Beach

3 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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.

Santa Barbara featuring a coastal town
Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair
Open Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair

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 Santa Barbara County Courthouse might round out your trip.

West Beach

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

Top Upper East Hotel Reviews

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"The service was superb!"
Brad 4-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean and comfortable. "
Jessica 1-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

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Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Upper East?

Travellers to the Upper East neighbourhood in Santa Barbara will be sure to enjoy their stay. Make sure that you visit Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum as part of your Upper East travel plans.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Upper East?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Simpson House Inn is the highest ranked property in Upper East. This B&B offers free breakfast and free parking. Another favourite option in the neighbourhood is Orange Tree Inn.

How many hotels can I expect to find in Upper East?

Expedia has 33 hotels and other accommodation options in Upper East to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Santa Barbara area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Upper East, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer in Upper East.

What is there to do in this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?

Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Upper East with a visit to Alice Keck Memorial Garden and Alameda Park. You could also plan a visit to Mission Santa Barbara or Santa Barbara Natural History Museum while you're in the neighbourhood. Santa Barbara Symphony Orchestra, Arlington Theater and Santa Barbara Public Market are just a few of the places to visit in and around Upper East. While you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara, make sure that you visit other sights such as Granada Theatre or Santa Barbara Museum of Art.