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Discover 1,431 Upper East hotels and places to stay, with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1221)
"Friendly staff, amazing location. Dog friendly. Good amenities. Would definitely stay again! "
The price is $222
includes taxes & fees
$194 per night
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1011)
"Our favorite place to stay when visiting our family members."
The price is $200
includes taxes & fees
$175 per night
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Sandpiper Lodge
2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1160)
"Room was clean, the only problem we had was inside the room there were so many ants . We asked to sprayed them but they didn’t had sprays but other than that everything was ok. "
The price is $123
includes taxes & fees
$107 per night
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Sandpiper Lodge
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1411)
"Great location and staff. Unfortunately we had 2 kids in the room above who ran around on the floor boards all night. Kept us awake. Breakfast was a highlight. Excellent selection and service "
The price is $154
includes taxes & fees
$136 per night
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1197)
"Stayed in a spacious King Suite with stocked kitchenette. Clean property with many different sitting areas to enjoy their complimentary wine, cheese & crackers."
The price is $253
includes taxes & fees
$222 per night
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1012)
"NA"
The price is $153
includes taxes & fees
$134 per night
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1522)
"I was disappointed to realize this was more of a motel than a hotel. It was certainly not reflected in the price. But the place was clean. Customer service was excellent. The wine and cheese set up in the afternoon was a wonderful bonus. The coffee was good and the breakfast was okay. Location was excellent, just a quick three block walk to the beach, and a half mile from the funk zone."
The price is $235
includes taxes & fees
$206 per night
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Inn By The Harbor
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Great location!"
The price is $336
includes taxes & fees
$294 per night
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (596)
"Great location for our needs. Very noisy in the morning especially if you stay in a room overlooking the parking. Lots of travelers with dogs (not my favorite for allergies and cleanliness). Rate ok for the area which is very expensive."
The price is $192
includes taxes & fees
$165 per night
Nov 24 - Nov 25
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1012)
"We enjoyed our stay, the proximity to the beach and bike area was amazing. "
The price is $227
includes taxes & fees
$199 per night
Nov 5 - Nov 6
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1312)
"This was a fantastic location… Wonderful hotel, staff were fantastic… I would highly recommend and would definitely stay here again on my next visit to Santa Barbara. We were within walking distance to the pier, beach, and all of the restaurants and shopping on State Street."
The price is $245
includes taxes & fees
$215 per night
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1012)
"Nice place, great location."
The price is $140
includes taxes & fees
$122 per night
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Oasis Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1005)
"Very nice stay. Lovely rooms and beautiful seating area."
The price is $114
includes taxes & fees
$100 per night
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Oasis Inn & Suites
The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Very close to beach and pier. Also very close to State street for good dining. Parking was excellent. Staff was friendly and informative."
The price is $204
includes taxes & fees
$179 per night
Nov 5 - Nov 6
The Franciscan Hotel
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"Everything and everyone here in this hotel are amazing! Thanks a lot."
The price is $193
includes taxes & fees
$169 per night
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (945)
"Great location."
The price is $220
includes taxes & fees
$193 per night
Nov 4 - Nov 5
La Playa Inn
Riviera Beach House
3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (969)
"Great location, close to restaurants and bars, ocean "
The price is $256
includes taxes & fees
$224 per night
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Riviera Beach House
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Everybody was very friendly."
The price is $216
includes taxes & fees
$190 per night
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (747)
"Clean quaint good location. Good staff. "
The price is $230
includes taxes & fees
$202 per night
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Mason Beach Inn
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (970)
"Its near to the beaches but bathroom is not a right fit for a larger person."
The price is $172
includes taxes & fees
$150 per night
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
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Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Upper East?

Travelers to the Upper East neighborhood in Santa Barbara will be sure to enjoy their stay. Be sure to check out Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum as part of your Upper East travel plans.

What's a favorite hotel to stay in Upper East?

Based on our traveler data, Orange Tree Inn is one of the top choices for your stay in Upper East. This hotel offers an outdoor pool and private balconies. Another good option for your stay in the neighborhood is Simpson House Inn.

How many hotels can I expect to find in Upper East?

Expedia has 45 hotels and other accommodations 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 hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer in Upper East.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Upper East?

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What is there to do in this Santa Barbara neighborhood?

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 neighborhood. 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, be sure to visit other sights like Granada Theatre or Santa Barbara Museum of Art.