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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 3.764.652 ₫
4.336.691 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
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 4.505.429 ₫
5.060.497 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Exterior

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1081)
"Great place to stay."
The price is 3.661.532 ₫
4.181.076 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Hotel Santa Barbara
Front of property

Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Great location"
The price is 6.563.531 ₫
7.557.250 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Hotel Santa Barbara
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 4.871.023 ₫
5.816.232 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Haley Hotel
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Exterior

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Perfect place to stay at Santa Barbara!"
The price is 6.404.459 ₫
7.313.594 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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 6.722.498 ₫
7.676.756 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Exterior

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, rooms were always clean. Property was very clean and restaurant was very good, right in the middle of everything from shopping to the beach."
The price is 8.917.734 ₫
11.332.652 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Social Stays
Fridge, microwave, dishwasher

Social Stays

1.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (19)
"It's a hostel, but it was very nice, and very clean. "
The price is 3.788.064 ₫
4.318.392 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Social Stays
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Free daily buffet breakfast

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
"We had a lovely stay and enjoyed the area very much. "
The price is 3.788.064 ₫
4.363.660 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1168)
"Pleasent quiet stay"
The price is 2.551.419 ₫
2.939.169 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
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 2.274.680 ₫
2.672.930 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
Casa Riviera
Executive Apartment, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony, Mountain View | Terrace/patio

Casa Riviera

4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (27)
"Wonderful stay, easy to access, great location, lovely and clean inside."
The price is 3.864.351 ₫
6.354.740 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Casa Riviera
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 4.640.378 ₫
6.394.988 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Montecito Inn
The Upham Hotel
Signature Single Room, 1 King Bed, Lanai, Garden Area | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

The Upham Hotel

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Great staff and stay. "
The price is 5.099.305 ₫
5.813.208 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
The Upham Hotel
Inn on Summer Hill
Lobby

Inn on Summer Hill

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (327)
"Wonderful place staff was great will definitely stay again. Just a few minutes from Santa Barbara. "
The price is 6.550.194 ₫
7.467.221 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Inn on Summer Hill
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony) | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1838)
"Loved our stay at this simple motel.Rooms nicely renovated with huge balconies. Great location, very walkable. Would definitely stay again!"
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
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
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Beach

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1009)
"Great place to stay"
The price is 4.002.458 ₫
4.570.607 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Sports facility

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1008)
"Enjoyed my stay!!"
The price is 5.586.836 ₫
6.570.682 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
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Where to stay in Downtown Santa Barbara

Find the best Downtown Santa Barbara 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

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.

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.

The Mesa

While visiting The Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.

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Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Santa Barbara?

Travellers love the Downtown Santa Barbara neighbourhood for its beautiful beaches, array of dining options and major shopping area. Make sure that you visit Lobero Theater and Santa Barbara County Courthouse as part of your Downtown Santa Barbara travel plans.

How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown Santa Barbara?

If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Barbara, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 26 Downtown Santa Barbara hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Santa Barbara, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals in Downtown Santa Barbara.

What can I see and do in this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?

Santa Barbara County Courthouse, Presidio Santa Barbara and Casa de la Guerra are some local landmarks to explore in Downtown Santa Barbara. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Lobero Theater and Santa Barbara Historical Museum are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Santa Barbara include Hill-Carrillo Adobe, La Arcada and De la Guerra Plaza. While you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara, make sure that you visit other sights such as Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum or Paseo Nuevo Mall.