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Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn
5.0 star property
Upper East
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (689)
"Great place to stay for a quiet romantic stay. The staff was very attentive and helpful. The breakfast was delicious. Would stay again."
United States
Brian
Simpson House Inn
Front of property – evening/night
Orange Tree Inn

Orange Tree Inn

Orange Tree Inn
2.5 star property
Upper East
7.6 out of 10, Good, (732)
"Clean room, courteous staff."
United States
Henson
The price is 2.026.170 ₫
2.313.705 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Orange Tree Inn
Outdoor pool
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
26.4 km from Upper East
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1008)
"Everything was amazing. The views were breathtaking- the staff was all lovely and accommodating. "
United States
Samantha
The price is 4.035.489 ₫
4.532.618 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Room, Private Bathroom (Susan Loft) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
Bath Street Inn

Bath Street Inn

Bath Street Inn
3.5 star property
Oak Park, 0.9 km from Upper East
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (320)
"Super clean, wonderful staff, beautiful quiet elegant place. Great amenities.."
United States
Donna
The price is 4.713.249 ₫
5.480.566 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Bath Street Inn
Sports facility
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
4.4 km from Upper East
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1007)
"Clean rooms, good breakfast, centralized location"
United States
ALEENA
The price is 4.384.112 ₫
5.172.989 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Lobby
Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill
3.0 star property
11 km from Upper East
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (336)
"Fantastic place to stay! Great staff, great location, beautiful memories!"
United States
Christopher
The price is 6.582.750 ₫
7.504.335 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Inn on Summer Hill
Front of property
Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn
3.5 star property
1.3 km from Upper East
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1145)
"Clean, comfortable, quiet, and excellent restaurant and staff"
United States
Davita
The price is 2.251.301 ₫
2.570.959 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Lemon Tree Inn
Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar
Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach
5.0 star property
Montecito, 7.8 km from Upper East
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (292)
"One of the best properties I’ve stayed at. Beautiful and clean . Service is excellent. "
United States
Karina
The price is 34.361.955 ₫
42.221.495 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Rosewood Miramar Beach
Lobby sitting area
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
2.0 star property
2.5 km from Upper East
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2071)
"Good place to stay"
United States
Guillermo
The price is 2.470.614 ₫
2.816.500 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
Sports facility
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
East Beach, 3.7 km from Upper East
7.8 out of 10, Good, (157)
"We always stay at this Hilton when we visit Santa Barbara."
United States
Deborah
The price is 3.553.105 ₫
5.240.257 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Property amenity
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
9.5 km from Upper East
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (204)
"Such lovely, serene, clean place. Staff were super nice and helpful. Also, a Great place to stay if you are visiting UCSB. "
United States
Beheshteh
The price is 5.345.193 ₫
6.103.942 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
West Beach, 3 km from Upper East
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1306)
"Clean, great room, and amazing staff."
United States
Pedro
The price is 4.739.580 ₫
5.412.363 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Exterior
Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 3.2 km from Upper East
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1011)
"Helpful staff and a charming room with a kitchen. "
United States
Steven
The price is 3.804.566 ₫
4.337.242 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Marina Beach Motel
Interior entrance
Agave Inn

Agave Inn

Agave Inn
2.0 star property
2.1 km from Upper East
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (749)
"Room was very clean, loved the decor in the room and it felt super cozy. "
United States
Gabriel
The price is 2.896.147 ₫
3.301.608 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Agave Inn
Exterior
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Lower State, 2.5 km from Upper East
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Can't beat the location! One block from the promenade street with plenty of restaurants, cafes, and shops. Not too far from the pier as well!"
United States
Leonardo
The price is 5.030.801 ₫
5.744.923 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Aerial view
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
3.0 star property
3.4 km from Upper East
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1012)
"Great stay, friendly staff."
United States
Nestor
The price is 3.401.965 ₫
3.884.612 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, individually decorated
The Craft House Inn

The Craft House Inn

The Craft House Inn
4.0 star property
1.4 km from Upper East
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (12)
"Nicely decorated and comfortable. Great amenities and outdoor space. Loved the craftsman vibe."
United States
Corky
The price is 5.829.683 ₫
6.657.206 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
The Craft House Inn
Front of property
The De La Vina Inn

The De La Vina Inn

The De La Vina Inn
3.5 star property
1.3 km from Upper East
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (64)
"We walked in and said "Wow!" We knew we had found a true gem in Santa Barbara. A beautifully restored vintage home with wood paneling, curly-cues and beautiful grounds. We sat down in the back and just sighed. Ahhh!"
United States
Harry
The price is 4.494.318 ₫
5.884.005 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
The De La Vina Inn
Front of property – evening/night
La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 3.2 km from Upper East
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Clean room, kind and helpful staff, great parking, great location, very good breakfast "
United States
Luciana Adgemian Menani
The price is 5.125.329 ₫
5.842.849 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
La Playa Inn
Outdoor pool
Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
West Beach, 3.2 km from Upper East
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1006)
"Great location, nice room, amenities, and easy parking."
United States
Srecko
The price is 7.056.708 ₫
8.044.647 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Harbor View Inn
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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

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 Presidio Santa Barbara 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.

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 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.
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.