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
The 3-star Harbor House Inn Santa Barbara, located in West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers, approximately a 20-minute walk from the Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum, features views of the courtyard. Street parking is available on site at this Santa Barbara hotel.
The inn is nestled in Santa Barbara, near hot springs and a mountain. The Santa Barbara Harbor is merely 0.9 km away, while the Ambassador Park is just moments from the Harbor House Inn.
Guests can reach the Moreton Bay Fig Tree, which is 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
The 3-star Harbor House Inn Santa Barbara, located in West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers, approximately a 20-minute walk from the Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum, features views of the courtyard. Street parking is available on site at this Santa Barbara hotel.
The inn is nestled in Santa Barbara, near hot springs and a mountain. The Santa Barbara Harbor is merely 0.9 km away, while the Ambassador Park is just moments from the Harbor House Inn.
Guests can reach the Moreton Bay Fig Tree, which is just 8 minutes' walk away.
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages Santa Barbara sits a 16-minute walk from the Rocky Nook Park. The hotel offers 18 rooms with views of the courtyard.
Situated 2.4 km from the MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, this 4-star bed & breakfast also gives access to such sports venues as Peabody Stadium, which is 1.9 km away. The Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum is within a few blocks of the Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages, while the annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival and the lush Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden are both nearby.
The property stands a 20-minute stroll from the Old Mission Santa Barbara, popular with pilgrims and tourists alike.
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages Santa Barbara sits a 16-minute walk from the Rocky Nook Park. The hotel offers 18 rooms with views of the courtyard.
Situated 2.4 km from the MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, this 4-star bed & breakfast also gives access to such sports venues as Peabody Stadium, which is 1.9 km away. The Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum is within a few blocks of the Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages, while the annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival and the lush Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden are both nearby.
The property stands a 20-minute stroll from the Old Mission Santa Barbara, popular with pilgrims and tourists alike.
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
Situated within a 1-km distance of Leadbetter Beach, the comfortable 3-star The Franciscan Hotel Santa Barbara also offers an outdoor swimming pool. Staying at the smoke-free hotel, guests can discover a beach area, approximately 5 minutes' drive from shopping venues like Paseo Nuevo Shops & Restaurants Mall.
The hotel is nestled in West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers, just 0.8 km from the Santa Barbara Wine Collective and near the Ambassador Park. The Franciscan Santa Barbara offers proximity to such natural sights as the white - sand Leadbetter Beach (1.3 km) and the El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park (1.8 km).
The accommodation has a comfortable location merely 600 metres from the Moreton Bay Fig Tree.
The Franciscan Hotel
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Jacuzzi
- Outdoor swimming pool
The Franciscan Hotel
Situated within a 1-km distance of Leadbetter Beach, the comfortable 3-star The Franciscan Hotel Santa Barbara also offers an outdoor swimming pool. Staying at the smoke-free hotel, guests can discover a beach area, approximately 5 minutes' drive from shopping venues like Paseo Nuevo Shops & Restaurants Mall.
The hotel is nestled in West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers, just 0.8 km from the Santa Barbara Wine Collective and near the Ambassador Park. The Franciscan Santa Barbara offers proximity to such natural sights as the white - sand Leadbetter Beach (1.3 km) and the El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park (1.8 km).
The accommodation has a comfortable location merely 600 metres from the Moreton Bay Fig Tree.
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 only 350 metres from the tranquil 2-block Alameda Park, the 5-star boutique Simpson House Inn Santa Barbara offers access to tourist attractions throughout Santa Barbara. There is also secured parking.
The inn is nestled in the centre of Santa Barbara and within 25 minutes' walk of Santa Barbara Amtrak train station. When staying at the Simpson House Inn, you'll be a short way from the El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park.
This Santa Barbara hotel is only a few steps from the Our Lady of Sorrows Church and within easy reach of the lush Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden, which is just 100 metres away.
Simpson House Inn
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Car park
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Massage
- Terrace
Simpson House Inn
Located only 350 metres from the tranquil 2-block Alameda Park, the 5-star boutique Simpson House Inn Santa Barbara offers access to tourist attractions throughout Santa Barbara. There is also secured parking.
The inn is nestled in the centre of Santa Barbara and within 25 minutes' walk of Santa Barbara Amtrak train station. When staying at the Simpson House Inn, you'll be a short way from the El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park.
This Santa Barbara hotel is only a few steps from the Our Lady of Sorrows Church and within easy reach of the lush Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden, which is just 100 metres away.
Bath Street Inn
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Terrace
The comfortable 4-star Bath Street Inn Santa Barbara is approximately 800 metres from the annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival and features various recreational opportunities and a library.
Located in Santa Barbara Downtown with Paseo Nuevo, a shopping center with tiled courtyards, fountains, and chain retailers, the smoke-free bed & breakfast is only 1.8 km from Paseo Nuevo Shops & Restaurants Mall and around a 10-minute ride from such shopping venues as Chaucer's Bookstore. Nearby sights also include First Christian Church, which is merely 600 metres away.
Families travelling to Santa Barbara will enjoy being a short way from the Kids World playground.
Bath Street Inn
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Terrace
Bath Street Inn
The comfortable 4-star Bath Street Inn Santa Barbara is approximately 800 metres from the annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival and features various recreational opportunities and a library.
Located in Santa Barbara Downtown with Paseo Nuevo, a shopping center with tiled courtyards, fountains, and chain retailers, the smoke-free bed & breakfast is only 1.8 km from Paseo Nuevo Shops & Restaurants Mall and around a 10-minute ride from such shopping venues as Chaucer's Bookstore. Nearby sights also include First Christian Church, which is merely 600 metres away.
Families travelling to Santa Barbara will enjoy being a short way from the Kids World playground.
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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 recently renovated Casa Castillo - Boutique Suites In Downtown Santa Barbara hotel includes air-conditioned rooms about 25 minutes' walk from the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum.
This 3-star aparthotel has a prime setting a mere 1.4 km from the tranquil 2-block Alameda Park, while natural sights like Shoreline Public Park are 2.5 km away. The Santa Barbara Harbor is located approximately 30 minutes' walk away.
The area offers shopping experiences such as Paseo Nuevo Shops & Restaurants Mall, which is not far from the Casa Castillo - Boutique Suites In Downtown 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 recently renovated Casa Castillo - Boutique Suites In Downtown Santa Barbara hotel includes air-conditioned rooms about 25 minutes' walk from the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum.
This 3-star aparthotel has a prime setting a mere 1.4 km from the tranquil 2-block Alameda Park, while natural sights like Shoreline Public Park are 2.5 km away. The Santa Barbara Harbor is located approximately 30 minutes' walk away.
The area offers shopping experiences such as Paseo Nuevo Shops & Restaurants Mall, which is not far from the Casa Castillo - Boutique Suites In Downtown Santa Barbara.
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Beach access
Mason Beach Inn
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Car park
US$ 18 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Jacuzzi
- Outdoor swimming pool
The 3-star smoke-free Mason Beach Inn Santa Barbara includes walking tours along with setting a mere 5 minutes' stroll from the Ambassador Park. Located in West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers and 3.6 km from spiritual landmarks like the Old Mission Santa Barbara, this Santa Barbara hotel features 45 rooms plus an outdoor heated pool.
The hotel is nestled in a downtown area of Santa Barbara, approximately 5 minutes on foot from Pershing Park. The Mason Beach Inn Santa Barbara is also a short way from such natural sights as the Santa Barbara Harbor.
The accommodation is located near a mountain. The sand Leadbetter Beach is only 1.1 km from this Santa Barbara hotel.
Mason Beach Inn
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Car park
US$ 18 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Jacuzzi
- Outdoor swimming pool
Mason Beach Inn
The 3-star smoke-free Mason Beach Inn Santa Barbara includes walking tours along with setting a mere 5 minutes' stroll from the Ambassador Park. Located in West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers and 3.6 km from spiritual landmarks like the Old Mission Santa Barbara, this Santa Barbara hotel features 45 rooms plus an outdoor heated pool.
The hotel is nestled in a downtown area of Santa Barbara, approximately 5 minutes on foot from Pershing Park. The Mason Beach Inn Santa Barbara is also a short way from such natural sights as the Santa Barbara Harbor.
The accommodation is located near a mountain. The sand Leadbetter Beach is only 1.1 km from this Santa Barbara hotel.
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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
Nestled a mere 7 minutes' stroll from the Moreton Bay Fig Tree, the lovely 3-star Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach Santa Barbara welcomes guests with a hot tub, a sundeck, and spa therapy. Located in West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers and 3.5 km from spiritual landmarks like the Old Mission Santa Barbara, the smoke-free hotel features 20 rooms plus a heated swimming pool.
This Santa Barbara hotel is near the entertainment district of Santa Barbara, within a few blocks of the MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation. Also, the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum is merely 12 minutes on foot from Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach.
Travellers with children will enjoy being near the Kids World playground, which is 2.2 km 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
Nestled a mere 7 minutes' stroll from the Moreton Bay Fig Tree, the lovely 3-star Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach Santa Barbara welcomes guests with a hot tub, a sundeck, and spa therapy. Located in West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers and 3.5 km from spiritual landmarks like the Old Mission Santa Barbara, the smoke-free hotel features 20 rooms plus a heated swimming pool.
This Santa Barbara hotel is near the entertainment district of Santa Barbara, within a few blocks of the MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation. Also, the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum is merely 12 minutes on foot from Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach.
Travellers with children will enjoy being near the Kids World playground, which is 2.2 km 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 (2182 Reviews) |
From 75$ | |
| Harbor House Inn |
9.8 / 10 (275 Reviews) |
From 195$ | |
| Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages |
9.5 / 10 (332 Reviews) |
From 200$ | |
| Marina Beach Hotel |
9.3 / 10 (1220 Reviews) |
From 223$ | |
| The Franciscan Hotel |
8.9 / 10 (2116 Reviews) |
From 175$ |