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The Upham Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Arlington Theater

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Signature Single Room, 1 King Bed, Lanai, Garden Area | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
Lobby
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Exterior
Lobby

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
1404 De La Vina Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Stearns Wharf
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara Bowl
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Single Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard Single Room

  • 220 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Single Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard Single Room

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Patio | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Patio

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Lanai

Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Lanai | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Lanai

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Signature Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace, Garden Area

Signature Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace, Garden Area | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Signature Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace, Garden Area

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard Double Room

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Cottage, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Garden Area

Superior Cottage, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Garden Area | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Superior Cottage, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Garden Area

  • 550 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Comfort Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Single Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Comfort Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 210 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Signature Single Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Garden Area

Signature Single Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Garden Area | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Signature Single Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Garden Area

  • 265 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Patio

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Patio

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Signature Single Room, 1 King Bed, Lanai, Garden Area

Signature Single Room, 1 King Bed, Lanai, Garden Area | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Signature Single Room, 1 King Bed, Lanai, Garden Area

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

Heart of Santa Barbara.Within a 10-minute walk of this Historic Downtown Santa Barbara hotel, you'll find Arlington Theater and Granada Theatre. Santa Barbara Museum of Art and Alice Keck Memorial Garden are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Arlington Theater - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mission Santa Barbara - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 4 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 8 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cajé Coffee - Arlington St - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Food Co-op Downtown Market - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Benchmark eatery - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Arigato Sushi - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Upham Hotel

4-star hotel near Arlington Theater
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. There are 4 meeting rooms available. The Upham Hotel also features a terrace, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 5 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Dining venue
The Upham Hotel offers 50 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. This Santa Barbara hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from March 10 2025 to July 31 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Upham Hotel to the airport?

The Upham Hotel is 9.2 mi (11-min drive) away from the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Upham Hotel?

As of Jun 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Upham Hotel on Jun 25, 2025 start from $262.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Upham Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Upham Hotel.

How close is The Upham Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 2 mi (11-min drive) from Leadbetter Beach and 2.6 mi (10-min drive) from East Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Upham Hotel offer free breakfast?

The Upham Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Upham Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Upham Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at The Upham Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Upham Hotel have a pool?

The Upham Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Upham Hotel have a restaurant?

The Upham Hotel is home to Louies Restaurant, which features American cuisine. The dining venue will be unavailable from March 10 2025 to July 31 2025 (dates subject to change).

Does The Upham Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Upham Hotel to downtown Santa Barbara?

The Upham Hotel is 0.3 mi away from Santa Barbara.

The Upham Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 649 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 219 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1002 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Walid G

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a very charming property and the grounds are beautiful! The bed was comfortable but the room was very cold in the mornings. We were able to walk to restaurants and shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice staff

I love historical buildings and this one is well kept. Beautiful garden area, wine hour and a true Continental breakfast. We were able to walk downtown and to dinner. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

william

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

william

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about this place... the friendly staff, the fresh fruit, the coffee was very good, my room was like a tiny cabin (absolutely loved it) quiet and cozy, the gardens were beautiful, other guests were friendly, parking was convenient, and the woman at the desk that helped solve my battery issue! Stayed two nights this is my go to spot anytime in Santa Barbara.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Historical, old but well preserved and maintained. Very clean, upscale amenities in the room. Safe area. Convenient parking. Short walk to historical old town, markets and restaurants. The surrounding gardens are peaceful. I would come back again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Neil

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms in main building are spacious and well set up. Rooms in the back of the property around the property are poor upkeep, no place to hang clothes or travel bags, very noisy fans that made it impossible to sleep, extremely small cabins, and just lukewarm water. Check in was a bit haphazard directions to get to the cabin type room that we were assigned to, which was nothing like the posted pictures of the rooms. After the first night, the Front desk representative moved us to a proper room in the main building, which was quite nice and very spacious, likely an upgrade. Absolutely would not recommend any rooms in the back of the property. Breakfast is pretty lean pickings with not very fresh pastry selections
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mira

Good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable, spacious room, great bed. Wine time, cookies, great coffee. Only complaint is not enough water pressure in shower.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Old historical Santa Barbara

Quiet, clean, safe. Lovely peaceful grounds with fountain in a historic hotel at reasonable prices!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kim, Rowayton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property if you love gardens. Heating unit in iur room didnt work but tgey fave us one the next night that did.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was walking distance to the food hall and restaurants. Easy parking
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location and great, clean room. Free breakfast and front desk was friendly and helpful. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Charming hotel downtown

Very charming hotel with private bungalow rooms and absolutely beautiful grounds. Part of "charming" is that it is a little older, so though it's well kept up generally, do expect some of the things that come with age like thinner walls and slightly older bathrooms. Perfect location just a block and a half from State Street and the historic Arlington theater!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connor

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Secluded and adorable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique historic property that is updated without losing the charm. Clean, quiet, comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very cute hotel with nice amenities. Our king room was super spacious and fit our many bags as we were travelling with our 3 month old! There were a lot of areas around the hotel to lounge so although the hotel was full it never felt overcrowded. We enjoyed the complimentary morning pastries, fruit, and coffee and the evening glass of wine. The location was great, right next to the Santa Barbara public market football and a quick walk to state street. Finally, the staff was so nice and made us feel at home! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property just off State St.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Helene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Vivian

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth, IOWA CITY

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sweet old school hotel Lovely peaceful affordable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025