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Holidays in Downtown Santa Barbara

Bad idea — drunk texting your ex at 4 a.m. Good idea — travel. It’s time to stop making lousy life decisions and get yourself over to Downtown Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara! This awesome city has a population of around 88,000 people, along with tons of adventures you’ll want to check off your bucket list. To reach Downtown Santa Barbara from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, climb in a taxi and travel east for 13 kilometres. You'll find this neighbourhood 0.08 kilometres northwest of downtown Santa Barbara.

A good number of this city's top attractions are located near Downtown Santa Barbara, and Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara County Courthouse are two of the very best. Don't forget to put Presidio Santa Barbara and the Santa Barbara Zoo on your itinerary too. A great way to better understand this city is to wander around a few of its neighbourhoods. So why not take off to nearby Santa Barbara and Historic Downtown Santa Barbara and explore their unique charms?

Need some inspiration on things to do in the city centre? Begin by feasting your eyes on the Santa Barbara Museum of Art and the Lotusland. Alternatively, take a look around the Santa Barbara Natural History Museum and the Santa Barbara Botanical Garden.

Art galleries such as the Santa Barbara Contemporary Arts Forum and the Carriage and Western Art Museum show off the creative history of the area. Why not see if there are any upcoming openings and admire some of the incredible works?

From interactive exhibits to impressive objects and artefacts, museums have something to keep everyone interested. If you get stuck with a rainy day, why not head on over to the Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum, the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History, the Ty Warner Sea Center and Santa Barbara Art Foundry?

Seeing a first-class show is a wonderful experience. Reserve your spot at Santa Barbara Bowl, the Arlington Theater, the Lobero Theater and the Granada Theatre for a special night out.

If you love being in the outdoors, you should pay a visit to Fern Falls, Seven Falls, Jesusita Trail and El Capitan Lake.

Watching waves lapping at the shore can be quite calming. Let your cares sail away at Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.

For a glimpse of some native animals and plants, visit the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden and Andree Clark Bird Refuge.

If all the activity of the city is wearing you out, recharge in one of the nearby parks. Alameda Park, De la Guerra Plaza, Alice Keck Memorial Garden and Shoreline Park are delightful spots to relax under the shade of the trees.

Sometimes the simplest way to get to know a new place is by checking out the shops. Remember to stop by La Cumbre Plaza, Paseo Nuevo Mall, La Arcada and Santa Barbara Public Market.

The Santa Barbara City College, Stearns Wharf, the Santa Barbara Historical Museum and the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum have so many tales to tell. History buff or not, you'll be sure to learn something at these time-weathered sites.

Hotels in Downtown Santa Barbara

With such an awesome range of Downtown Santa Barbara hotels to choose from, finding the right one won't be a problem. At the mo, there are 54 accommodations listed on lastminute.com.au.

If you're keen to find a cosy room without all the bells and whistles, the Franciscan Inn, situated at 109 Bath Street, is your safest bet. Yet another place that offers its guests great service at a low price is the Ala Mar by the Sea, which you'll find at 102 West Cabrillo Blvd. But if a bit of luxury is something you can't say no to, the San Ysidro Ranch or the Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara will be right up your alley.

Another option is to hit the hay not far from Mission Santa Barbara, one of Downtown Santa Barbara's most famed attractions. Take a look at either the Simpson House Inn (1 kilometre away) or the Best Western Plus Encina Inn & Suites (1 kilometre away).

Top hotels for your Downtown Santa Barbara holiday

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
533 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$447 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$447
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
With a stay at Hotel Santa Barbara, you'll be centrally located in Santa Barbara, steps from Paseo Nuevo Mall and within a 5-minute walk of Cabrillo ...
Historic Hotel Santa Barbara
"Great location. Nice room. No self parking...valet only."

Reviewed on 15 Apr. 2025

Hotel Santa Barbara
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

4 out of 5
31 W Carrillo St, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundable
The price is AU$656 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
AU$656
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
With a stay at Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG, you'll be centrally located in Santa Barbara, steps from Paseo Nuevo Mall and within a 5-minute walk of Lobero ...
"My stay at the Kimpton Canary was very relaxing. I was initially roomed immediately off the elevator but Chloe ensured that I was moved to a different floor and room. This elevated my experience from the beginning-had my room not been changed, it would have been a poor experience as it was not a ..."

Reviewed on 11 Apr. 2025

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
17 W Haley St, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$416 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
AU$416
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
A stay at Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton places you in the heart of Santa Barbara, within a 5-minute drive of Santa Barbara Harbor ...
"Great!"

Reviewed on 12 Apr. 2025

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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