Best Hotels in Santa Barbara Downtown
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Guest favorite
La Playa Inn Santa Barbara
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Terrace
The comfortable 3-star La Playa Inn Santa Barbara is located a mere 8 minutes on foot from the MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and provides tour/ticket assistance for a better travel experience. The smoke-free inn is located in a beach area with access to family attractions like the Kids World playground, which are 2.3 km away.
The hotel is around 25 minutes on foot from the El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park and in close proximity to the Ambassador Park. The La Playa Inn Santa Barbara is stationed only 1.1 km from the sand Leadbetter Beach.
The Casa de la Guerra Historic House Museum is also nearly a 20-minute walk away.
La Playa Inn Santa Barbara
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Terrace
La Playa Inn Santa Barbara
The comfortable 3-star La Playa Inn Santa Barbara is located a mere 8 minutes on foot from the MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and provides tour/ticket assistance for a better travel experience. The smoke-free inn is located in a beach area with access to family attractions like the Kids World playground, which are 2.3 km away.
The hotel is around 25 minutes on foot from the El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park and in close proximity to the Ambassador Park. The La Playa Inn Santa Barbara is stationed only 1.1 km from the sand Leadbetter Beach.
The Casa de la Guerra Historic House Museum is also nearly a 20-minute walk away.
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Best-rated
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Beach access
Harbor House Inn
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Patio
Located nearly a 20-minute walk from Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum, the 3-star Harbor House Inn Santa Barbara includes 17 rooms. This Santa Barbara hotel features both Wi-Fi in public areas and street parking nearby.
The inn is nestled in West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers, fairly close to the seafood restaurant Toma Restaurant & Bar. Ambassador Park is 200 metres from the Harbor House, while Santa Barbara Harbor is merely 0.9 km away.
From the accommodation, you can easily reach Moreton Bay Fig Tree, located just 8 minutes' walk away.
Harbor House Inn
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Patio
Harbor House Inn
Located nearly a 20-minute walk from Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum, the 3-star Harbor House Inn Santa Barbara includes 17 rooms. This Santa Barbara hotel features both Wi-Fi in public areas and street parking nearby.
The inn is nestled in West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers, fairly close to the seafood restaurant Toma Restaurant & Bar. Ambassador Park is 200 metres from the Harbor House, while Santa Barbara Harbor is merely 0.9 km away.
From the accommodation, you can easily reach Moreton Bay Fig Tree, located just 8 minutes' walk away.
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages Santa Barbara, located a 16-minute walk from Rocky Nook Park, features Wi-Fi in public areas. There is also a charging station for electric vehicles.
This bed & breakfast lies in Santa Barbara Downtown with Paseo Nuevo, a shopping center with tiled courtyards, fountains, and chain retailers with easy access to the annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival, which is about 400 metres away. The Cheshire Cat offers a setting within a few blocks of Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum.
The lush Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden is located 0.6 km from this 4-star hotel.
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages Santa Barbara, located a 16-minute walk from Rocky Nook Park, features Wi-Fi in public areas. There is also a charging station for electric vehicles.
This bed & breakfast lies in Santa Barbara Downtown with Paseo Nuevo, a shopping center with tiled courtyards, fountains, and chain retailers with easy access to the annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival, which is about 400 metres away. The Cheshire Cat offers a setting within a few blocks of Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum.
The lush Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden is located 0.6 km from this 4-star hotel.
Hotels in Santa Barbara City Centre With Parking
Marina Beach Hotel
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Jacuzzi
- Outdoor swimming pool
Standing merely 5 minutes' walk from the Ambassador Park, the 3-star Marina Beach Hotel Santa Barbara offers a swimming pool. Located only 1.7 km from Shoreline Public Park, the hotel features 31 rooms with views of the garden.
The Santa Barbara Harbor is 950 metres away, while the Spanish Santa Barbara County Courthouse is within 25 minutes' walk of this non-smoking hotel. West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers grants access to cultural attractions like the Casa de la Guerra Historic House Museum, which is 1.6 km away.
In the vicinity of the Marina Beach you'll find the Moreton Bay Fig Tree.
Marina Beach Hotel
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Jacuzzi
- Outdoor swimming pool
Marina Beach Hotel
Standing merely 5 minutes' walk from the Ambassador Park, the 3-star Marina Beach Hotel Santa Barbara offers a swimming pool. Located only 1.7 km from Shoreline Public Park, the hotel features 31 rooms with views of the garden.
The Santa Barbara Harbor is 950 metres away, while the Spanish Santa Barbara County Courthouse is within 25 minutes' walk of this non-smoking hotel. West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers grants access to cultural attractions like the Casa de la Guerra Historic House Museum, which is 1.6 km away.
In the vicinity of the Marina Beach you'll find the Moreton Bay Fig Tree.
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Beach access
The Franciscan Hotel
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Jacuzzi
- Outdoor swimming pool
The 3-star smoke-free The Franciscan Hotel Santa Barbara is located within a 1-km distance of La Playa Field, offering 53 rooms, Wi-Fi, and a car park. While staying in the hotel, you are invited to discover Casa de la Guerra Historic House Museum, located 19 minutes' stroll away, or walk for only 10 minutes to reach Santa Barbara Wine Collective.
This Santa Barbara hotel is located in West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers, approximately 1 km from the beach. Be sure to visit Ambassador Park just moments from The Franciscan Santa Barbara.
Travellers with children will enjoy being near Kids World Playground, which is nearly a 25-minute walk away.
The Franciscan Hotel
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Jacuzzi
- Outdoor swimming pool
The Franciscan Hotel
The 3-star smoke-free The Franciscan Hotel Santa Barbara is located within a 1-km distance of La Playa Field, offering 53 rooms, Wi-Fi, and a car park. While staying in the hotel, you are invited to discover Casa de la Guerra Historic House Museum, located 19 minutes' stroll away, or walk for only 10 minutes to reach Santa Barbara Wine Collective.
This Santa Barbara hotel is located in West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers, approximately 1 km from the beach. Be sure to visit Ambassador Park just moments from The Franciscan Santa Barbara.
Travellers with children will enjoy being near Kids World Playground, which is nearly a 25-minute walk away.
The Eagle Inn
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Spa & wellness centre
- Terrace
The 3-star The Eagle Inn Santa Barbara offers easy access to the Ambassador Park, which is situated approximately a 5-minute walk away.
The tranquil 2-block Alameda Park is 2.2 km from the inn, while the Stearns Wharf is merely 1.1 km away. Nearly a 25-minute walk from this Santa Barbara hotel you will reach Peabody Stadium.
The nearby notable religious buildings include the Old Mission Santa Barbara, 3.5 km from the Eagle Inn Santa Barbara.
The Eagle Inn
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Spa & wellness centre
- Terrace
The Eagle Inn
The 3-star The Eagle Inn Santa Barbara offers easy access to the Ambassador Park, which is situated approximately a 5-minute walk away.
The tranquil 2-block Alameda Park is 2.2 km from the inn, while the Stearns Wharf is merely 1.1 km away. Nearly a 25-minute walk from this Santa Barbara hotel you will reach Peabody Stadium.
The nearby notable religious buildings include the Old Mission Santa Barbara, 3.5 km from the Eagle Inn Santa Barbara.
Hotels in Downtown Santa Barbara With Pool
Simpson House Inn
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Car park
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Massage
- Terrace
Located in Santa Barbara Downtown with Paseo Nuevo, a shopping center with tiled courtyards, fountains, and chain retailers, the 5-star modern Simpson House Inn Santa Barbara features secured parking on site.
This Santa Barbara inn also offers views of the garden, and the tranquil 2-block Alameda Park is just 350 metres away. A 16-minute walk will take you to El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park.
Other attractions nearby include Our Lady of Sorrows Church, which is approximately a 5-minute stroll away.
Simpson House Inn
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Car park
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Massage
- Terrace
Simpson House Inn
Located in Santa Barbara Downtown with Paseo Nuevo, a shopping center with tiled courtyards, fountains, and chain retailers, the 5-star modern Simpson House Inn Santa Barbara features secured parking on site.
This Santa Barbara inn also offers views of the garden, and the tranquil 2-block Alameda Park is just 350 metres away. A 16-minute walk will take you to El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park.
Other attractions nearby include Our Lady of Sorrows Church, which is approximately a 5-minute stroll away.
Bath Street Inn
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Terrace
The 4-star Bath Street Inn Santa Barbara includes air-conditioned rooms within a 2-km distance of Casa de la Guerra Historic House Museum. This Santa Barbara bed & breakfast lies in Santa Barbara Downtown with Paseo Nuevo, a shopping center with tiled courtyards, fountains, and chain retailers, approximately a 10-minute ride from such cultural sights as MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.
The annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival is located only 0.8 km away, and First Christian Church is a short way from the hotel. Family tourists will enjoy visiting Kids World Playground, which is about a 5-minute drive away.
Entertainment options in the area feature Granada Theatre just 1.3 km from the Bath Street Santa Barbara.
Bath Street Inn
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Terrace
Bath Street Inn
The 4-star Bath Street Inn Santa Barbara includes air-conditioned rooms within a 2-km distance of Casa de la Guerra Historic House Museum. This Santa Barbara bed & breakfast lies in Santa Barbara Downtown with Paseo Nuevo, a shopping center with tiled courtyards, fountains, and chain retailers, approximately a 10-minute ride from such cultural sights as MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.
The annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival is located only 0.8 km away, and First Christian Church is a short way from the hotel. Family tourists will enjoy visiting Kids World Playground, which is about a 5-minute drive away.
Entertainment options in the area feature Granada Theatre just 1.3 km from the Bath Street Santa Barbara.
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Top location
Hotel Santa Barbara
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Luggage storage
- Fitness centre
Located just 0.7 km from the El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, the 3-star Hotel Santa Barbara features general facilities such as a lift and a vending machine. Also, you can use secured parking on site.
The hotel is nestled in the Santa Barbara Urban Wine Trail district of Santa Barbara, only a few steps from Storke Plaza. The tranquil 2-block Alameda Park is approximately a 25-minute walk from this hotel in Santa Barbara.
The property is located within reach of the Reagan Ranch Center.
Hotel Santa Barbara
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Luggage storage
- Fitness centre
Hotel Santa Barbara
Located just 0.7 km from the El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, the 3-star Hotel Santa Barbara features general facilities such as a lift and a vending machine. Also, you can use secured parking on site.
The hotel is nestled in the Santa Barbara Urban Wine Trail district of Santa Barbara, only a few steps from Storke Plaza. The tranquil 2-block Alameda Park is approximately a 25-minute walk from this hotel in Santa Barbara.
The property is located within reach of the Reagan Ranch Center.
Budget Hotels In Santa Barbara City Centre
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Beach access
Castillo Inn At The Beach
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Heating
The smoke-free Castillo Inn At The Beach Santa Barbara features air-conditioned rooms around a 25-minute walk from Peabody Stadium. A private parking lot is available on site as well.
Ideally located in West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers, this 2-star inn is a good choice for exploring Chase Palm Waterfront Park, which is 2.3 km away. The Spanish Santa Barbara County Courthouse is within 20 minutes' walk of comfortable Castillo Inn At The Beach.
In proximity to the hotel there is the MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.
Castillo Inn At The Beach
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Heating
Castillo Inn At The Beach
The smoke-free Castillo Inn At The Beach Santa Barbara features air-conditioned rooms around a 25-minute walk from Peabody Stadium. A private parking lot is available on site as well.
Ideally located in West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers, this 2-star inn is a good choice for exploring Chase Palm Waterfront Park, which is 2.3 km away. The Spanish Santa Barbara County Courthouse is within 20 minutes' walk of comfortable Castillo Inn At The Beach.
In proximity to the hotel there is the MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.
Casa Castillo - Boutique Suites In Downtown Santa Barbara
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Terrace
The 3-star Casa Castillo, A Zenstay Hotel Santa Barbara offers its guests air-conditioned rooms just 9 minutes' walk from the special gallery "Santa Barbara Museum of Art".
The hotel places you 2.5 km from Shoreline Public Park and 2.2 km from Santa Barbara Harbor. Attractions not far from this Santa Barbara hotel include the tranquil 2-block Alameda Park.
Cultural experiences in the area feature Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum, situated about a 5-minute drive from the Casa Castillo, A Zenstay Santa Barbara.
Casa Castillo - Boutique Suites In Downtown Santa Barbara
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Terrace
Casa Castillo - Boutique Suites In Downtown Santa Barbara
The 3-star Casa Castillo, A Zenstay Hotel Santa Barbara offers its guests air-conditioned rooms just 9 minutes' walk from the special gallery "Santa Barbara Museum of Art".
The hotel places you 2.5 km from Shoreline Public Park and 2.2 km from Santa Barbara Harbor. Attractions not far from this Santa Barbara hotel include the tranquil 2-block Alameda Park.
Cultural experiences in the area feature Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum, situated about a 5-minute drive from the Casa Castillo, A Zenstay Santa Barbara.
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Beach access
Mason Beach Inn
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Car park
€ 16.09 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Jacuzzi
- Outdoor swimming pool
Nestled in West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers, the 3-star smoke-free Mason Beach Inn Santa Barbara is a mere 9 minutes' stroll from culture-oriented attractions like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.
This Santa Barbara hotel is located near the entertainment district of Santa Barbara, only 1.1 km from Stearns Wharf Harbor and is right around the corner from Ambassador Park. The lush Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden can be easily reached nearly a 10-minute ride away.
The Mason Santa Barbara also grants access to family attractions like Kids World Playground, which are 2.4 km away.
Mason Beach Inn
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Car park
€ 16.09 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Jacuzzi
- Outdoor swimming pool
Mason Beach Inn
Nestled in West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers, the 3-star smoke-free Mason Beach Inn Santa Barbara is a mere 9 minutes' stroll from culture-oriented attractions like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.
This Santa Barbara hotel is located near the entertainment district of Santa Barbara, only 1.1 km from Stearns Wharf Harbor and is right around the corner from Ambassador Park. The lush Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden can be easily reached nearly a 10-minute ride away.
The Mason Santa Barbara also grants access to family attractions like Kids World Playground, which are 2.4 km away.
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Beach access
Harbor View Inn
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Pool with view
Guests of the 4-star Harbor View Inn Santa Barbara can easily reach the MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, located merely a 5-minute walk away.
Standing a mere 550 metres from the Stearns Wharf, the inn also offers easy access to the Santa Barbara Wine Collective which is just 500 metres away. Sights not far from the hotel include the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum.
The nearby sports attractions feature the Los Baños Del Mar nearly 20 minutes' walk from the Harbor View Inn Santa Barbara.
Harbor View Inn
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Pool with view
Harbor View Inn
Guests of the 4-star Harbor View Inn Santa Barbara can easily reach the MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, located merely a 5-minute walk away.
Standing a mere 550 metres from the Stearns Wharf, the inn also offers easy access to the Santa Barbara Wine Collective which is just 500 metres away. Sights not far from the hotel include the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum.
The nearby sports attractions feature the Los Baños Del Mar nearly 20 minutes' walk from the Harbor View Inn Santa Barbara.
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Beach access
Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
Situated only 9 minutes on foot from West Beach, the 3-star smoke-free Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach Santa Barbara also offers a heated pool.
This Santa Barbara hotel is nestled within a few blocks of MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and near the entertainment district of Santa Barbara. The hotel features location just 0.9 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum.
The Brisas Santa Barbara is in the vicinity of Carriage and Western Art Nonprofit Museum and within easy reach of Moreton Bay Fig Tree, which is merely 550 metres away.
Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach
Situated only 9 minutes on foot from West Beach, the 3-star smoke-free Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach Santa Barbara also offers a heated pool.
This Santa Barbara hotel is nestled within a few blocks of MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and near the entertainment district of Santa Barbara. The hotel features location just 0.9 km from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum.
The Brisas Santa Barbara is in the vicinity of Carriage and Western Art Nonprofit Museum and within easy reach of Moreton Bay Fig Tree, which is merely 550 metres away.
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Popular choice
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Beach access
Beachside Inn
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Heated swimming pool
The 3-star Beachside Inn Santa Barbara is nestled within 15 minutes' walk of the Los Baños Del Mar, offering 69 rooms and featuring a sun deck, various recreational opportunities, and a play area. Located within a few blocks of Veteran's Memorial Building, the inn also offers proximity to the Santa Barbara Harbor.
If you are in love with sports, this Santa Barbara hotel offers an ideal location 2.3 km from Peabody Stadium. When staying at the Beachside Inn Santa Barbara, guests will be a few steps from Carriage and Western Art Nonprofit Museum.
The area features a number of shopping sites, such as Paseo Nuevo Shops & Restaurants Mall, which is approximately 20 minutes' walk from the accommodation.
Beachside Inn
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Heated swimming pool
Beachside Inn
The 3-star Beachside Inn Santa Barbara is nestled within 15 minutes' walk of the Los Baños Del Mar, offering 69 rooms and featuring a sun deck, various recreational opportunities, and a play area. Located within a few blocks of Veteran's Memorial Building, the inn also offers proximity to the Santa Barbara Harbor.
If you are in love with sports, this Santa Barbara hotel offers an ideal location 2.3 km from Peabody Stadium. When staying at the Beachside Inn Santa Barbara, guests will be a few steps from Carriage and Western Art Nonprofit Museum.
The area features a number of shopping sites, such as Paseo Nuevo Shops & Restaurants Mall, which is approximately 20 minutes' walk from the accommodation.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Downtown Hotels in Santa Barbara, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| La Playa Inn Santa Barbara |
9.1 / 10 (2157 Reviews) |
From 75$ | |
| Harbor House Inn |
9.8 / 10 (269 Reviews) |
From 195$ | |
| Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages |
9.5 / 10 (322 Reviews) |
From 200$ | |
| Marina Beach Hotel |
9.3 / 10 (1216 Reviews) |
From 223$ | |
| The Franciscan Hotel |
8.9 / 10 (2097 Reviews) |
From 175$ |