Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, CA

Santa Barbara

A coastal town with red-tiled roofs, palm trees, and mountains in the background.
Paseo Nuevo with shops and restaurants, a covered walkway, and bicycles parked.
A historic El Yaseo restaurant with a tiled roof and green shutters.
A tiled wall with a floral pattern.
A historic building with a bell tower, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

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Historic Downtown Santa Barbara Hotel Deals

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

4 out of 5
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
$303 nightly
The price is $346 total per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
$346 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,465 reviews)
"Positives: very pet friendly! Loved not having extra pet fees and our dogs were so comfortable at the hotel. Cons: Hotel is OLD. Yes it’s renovated and looks beautiful but it’s still OLD. You can hear everything from neighbors and everything going on on State St. We visited during Old Spanish Days/Fiesta ..."

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2026

Hotel Santa Barbara
The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel

4 out of 5
1404 De La Vina Street Santa Barbara CA
$240 nightly
The price is $274 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$274 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
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 ...
The Upham Hotel
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

4 out of 5
31 W Carrillo St Santa Barbara CA
$393 nightly
The price is $449 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$449 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
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 ...
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

3.5 out of 5
524 State St Santa Barbara CA
$269 nightly
The price is $307 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$307 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
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! (476 reviews)
"The location of the Drift was fantastic and it was a darling place to stay."

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2026

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel

3.5 out of 5
26 E Haley St Santa Barbara CA
$144 nightly
The price is $163 total per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
$163 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
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! (677 reviews)
"This hotel claims blackout curtains. At 6 am, the sun is full shining bright through the bathroom window which isn't fully covered by the shade. It also doesn't have a/c. They claim temperature control, but it's just a fan. They need to be honest on the listing."

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2026

Haley Hotel
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
17 W Haley St Santa Barbara CA
$262 nightly
The price is $299 total per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
$299 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
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)
"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 Aug 8, 2026

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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Where to stay in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

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Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the 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.

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

While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach.

East Beach

East Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.



Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, CA

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