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1. Orange Tree Inn

Orange Tree Inn
2.5 star property
Upper East
7.8 out of 10, Good, (814 reviews)
"Basic hotel, clean rooms and in good location."
United States
Margherita
The price is HK$910
HK$1,039 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Orange Tree Inn

2. Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn
5.0 star property
Upper East
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (723 reviews)
"One of the best places we have stayed in."
United States
Victor
The price is HK$2,872
HK$3,807 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jun - 26 Jun
Simpson House Inn

3. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
2.0 star property
19 km from Upper East
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,348 reviews)
"Great location and wonderful staff"
United States
Stephen
The price is HK$642
HK$755 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

4. Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
26.5 km from Upper East
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Cant wait to return. Very charming and perfect for a romantic getaway"
United States
Megan
The price is HK$1,866
HK$2,096 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

5. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
2.0 star property
16.9 km from Upper East
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,212 reviews)
"Great place for staying. "
United States
Yanchao
The price is HK$600
HK$709 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

6. Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 star property
17.5 km from Upper East
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,539 reviews)
"Clean and well located hotel. Close to the beach. We really enjoyed our stay"
United States
Paulina
The price is HK$1,326
HK$1,527 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

7. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
7 km from Upper East
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,213 reviews)
"Friendly staff rooms were clean Overall a great stay."
United States
Nancy
The price is HK$1,659
HK$1,928 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

8. Casa Iglesia

Casa Iglesia
4.5 star property
Oak Park, 0.6 km from Upper East
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"Such a beautiful property!! The room was spacious and had everything we could’ve needed, the bed was so comfortable. Super easy check in / check out process. Would definitely stay here again"
United States
Monique
The price is HK$1,411
HK$2,190 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Casa Iglesia

9. Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
2.0 star property
2.5 km from Upper East
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,497 reviews)
"Clean and spacious accommodations and friendly staff."
United States
William
The price is HK$1,021
HK$1,164 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Sandpiper Lodge

10. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
2.5 star property
19.2 km from Upper East
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Leticia I
The price is HK$1,560
HK$1,797 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

11. The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
East Beach, 4.3 km from Upper East
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,007 reviews)
"great location!"
United States
Karen
The price is HK$1,408
HK$1,605 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jun - 26 Jun
The Inn at East Beach

12. Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
East Beach, 4.1 km from Upper East
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Amazing property and great service."
United States
jelica
The price is HK$2,344
HK$2,678 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Santa Barbara Inn

13. Rose Garden Inn

Rose Garden Inn
1.5 star property
2.8 km from Upper East
6.6 out of 10, (1,005 reviews)
"Great plaxe to stay"
United States
David
The price is HK$1,002
HK$1,142 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Rose Garden Inn

14. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
2.0 star property
10.6 km from Upper East
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,212 reviews)
"If you need a quick place to stay, this is the place. It’s in a great neighborhood and clean."
United States
Jason
The price is HK$909
HK$1,060 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

15. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
2.0 star property
2.5 km from Upper East
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Had a great nights stay and the receptionist was extremely helpful. Will be staying again when I come for my next fishing excursion"
United States
Phillip
The price is HK$974
HK$1,173 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

16. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 3.1 km from Upper East
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,271 reviews)
"3 blocks from the beach with an awesome staff and spotless rooms."
United States
Daneka
The price is HK$1,686
HK$1,984 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

17. Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
East Beach, 4.1 km from Upper East
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room and super convenient location. The staff are quite friendly as well."
United States
Jamil
The price is HK$1,686
HK$1,921 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jun - 25 Jun
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

18. 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, (330 reviews)
"Great stay! Use the fire pits at night."
United States
Salina
The price is HK$2,565
HK$3,282 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

19. Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
6.3 km from Upper East
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean, great staff, walkable neighborhood"
United States
Sandra
The price is HK$1,513
HK$1,725 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

20. 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, (1,128 reviews)
"Really nice place to stay!"
United States
Kristine
The price is HK$2,003
HK$2,351 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
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Where to stay in Upper East

Find the best Upper East areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and West Beach.

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.

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 West Beach are top sights worth seeing.

East Beach

East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

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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.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Upper East?
Based on our traveller 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 neighbourhood is Simpson House Inn.
How many hotels can I expect to find in Upper East?
Expedia has 32 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 Alameda Park and Alice Keck Memorial Garden. 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, Arts and Culture Center and Arlington Theater 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 Santa Barbara Public Market or Granada Theatre.

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