Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, CA
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Popular places to visit
Paseo Nuevo Mall
4/5(17 reviews)
You can enjoy retail therapy at Paseo Nuevo Mall during your trip to Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Arlington Theater
4.5/5(63 reviews)
Get tickets for a show at Arlington Theater, a storied theater in Santa Barbara. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its lively festivals.
Lobero Theater
4.5/5(6 reviews)
Get tickets for a show at Lobero Theater, a storied theater in Santa Barbara. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.
Santa Barbara Museum of Art
4.5/5(119 reviews)
You can study the exhibits at Santa Barbara Museum of Art, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Granada Theatre
5/5(6 reviews)
Enjoy a performance at Granada Theatre, a theater with a story to tell in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Santa Barbara. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
$69
per adult
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
$35
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Full Bar
$52
per adult
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara Hotel Deals
Hotel Santa Barbara
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
$247 nightly
The price is $282 total per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
$282 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,321 reviews)
Room was small but efficient, great interior furnishings. There was a fridge (mini bar not free), but free coffee and tea (good quality stuff too), kettle for boiling water. Plenty of cups. Nice large bathroom. Big open lobby with a little coffee/drink bar. My room faced courtyard so no street noise. ...
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026
The Upham Hotel
1404 De La Vina Street Santa Barbara CA
$178 nightly
The price is $202 total per night from Apr 15 to Apr 16
$202 total
Apr 15 - Apr 16
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
Beautiful grounds and buildings. The cottages with decks looking over the gardens are really nice. Enjoyed the breakfast in the sun room. Great location within walking distance of everything.
Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
524 State St Santa Barbara CA
$251 nightly
The price is $287 total per night from May 10 to May 11
$287 total
May 10 - May 11
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (429 reviews)
This was my husband and I’s second time at this hotel and it is always such an amazing stay! Everything about this hotel is so intentional and the design is truly unique. I love how they utilize space and create an amazing calming ambiance. The staff were friendly, the check in and checkout is so ...
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
31 W Carrillo St Santa Barbara CA
$443 nightly
The price is $506 total per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
$506 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
I was disappointed with my stay …I paid a 5 star rate for a 2 star experience. The was stuffy, no water or amenities other than at the front desk. Not a terrible hotel … just not worth the $$! charged.
Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
17 W Haley St Santa Barbara CA
$246 nightly
The price is $280 total per night from Apr 26 to Apr 27
$280 total
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Great location and
Reviewed on Apr 8, 2026
Haley Hotel
26 E Haley St Santa Barbara CA
$174 nightly
The price is $197 total per night from May 3 to May 4
$197 total
May 3 - May 4
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free bicycles on site, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (618 reviews)
Very cool vibe here. Staff was great. Disappointed that there was no closet, no dresser drawers, no room to put toiletries, no table or a chair. Made it hard to feel comfortable with our stuff staying in their suitcases. It was a wheelchair accesable room which we didnt need. I dont know if i checked ...
Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026
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Other neighborhoods around Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
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.
Lower State
4.5/5(60 area reviews)
While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Moreton Bay Fig Tree.
Laguna
Though Laguna might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Presidio Santa Barbara and Lobero Theater.
The Funk Zone
4.5/5(133 area reviews)
Travelers come to The Funk Zone for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Art Foundry while you're in town.
West Beach
While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and Carriage and Western Art Museum.
Oak Park
4.5/5(96 area reviews)
While there might not be top attractions in Oak Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mission Santa Barbara and Arlington Theater.
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, CA
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