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The Upham Hotel

Property class: 4
4-star hotel near Arlington Theater

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1404 De La Vina Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, Arlington Theater
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Museum of Art
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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

  • Garden view
  • 265 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Comfort Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 210 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen 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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Superior Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Patio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen 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

  • Garden view
  • 350 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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

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

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Patio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room

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

Standard Single Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • 220 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Standard Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 550 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King 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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • 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 Museum of Art - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Granada Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 7 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Barbara Public Market - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Corazon Cocina - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪CAJÉ - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Benchmark Eatery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Crushcakes Cupcakery & Crushcafe - ‬7 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.

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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 self 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 11:00 AM
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

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 Apr 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Upham Hotel on Apr 19, 2026 start from $262, including 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 1.7 mi (8-min drive) from West Beach and 2 mi (11-min drive) from Leadbetter 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 Bistro Amasa, which features American cuisine.

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. 688 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 189 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1007 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ismael

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was perfect. The staff was amazing and the intimate cottages are adorable. I can't wait to go back.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gayle

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We stayed in the cottage in Jan. of '26 and had a delightful time. The hotel (more of an inn) is located within a few blocks of all our favorite Santa Barbara hangs, and the cozy, peaceful environment inside was particularly nice. The cottage itself was lovely, very private with a feeling of seclusion, and well worth what we paid. I just wish the bed were one big mattress rather than two small ones pushed together.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Teresita

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We love this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Cool beans
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Whitney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fabulous staff, great location, amazing special features like the all day coffee bar and cookies at night
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

steve

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in the cottages vs the main hotel. New restaurant just opened. Food good just a few start up kinks to work on. Only complaint nothing major for breakfast just muffins and coffee. Walkable to downtown Santa Barbara. Downtown was a real disappointment. Almost abandoned at 8pm on a Friday night. X
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

daniel

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
They send you a text saying to text or call for any questions. When I texted them, they only responded once out of the three times I texted so I had to call them. They said they do housekeeping daily. I left at around 11am and made sure the Do Not Disturb sign was taken down. Came back to the room around 4pm and the room was not cleaned, even though the room across from us was being cleaned when we left.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and staff is friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Phillip

Staff friendliness was
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Joyita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a downtown property so there is no expectation for an ocean view. Room for improvement: 1. The property does not have enough parking spaces for all its occupants. So we were forced to find street parking which was a hassle late in the evening. 2. Also there should be enough breakfast pastries for all your guests because breakfast provided was only coffee and pastries. The property is great, well maintained, clean and is in great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet home style historical place close to state street.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Dan, Stevenson Ranch

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karl Orfeo, Philadelphia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice Cali cottages. Awesome staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Paarth, Fremont

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
room wasn't ready 45 mins after check in time
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mukul

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty room. Old not working sink. No parking spot
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Rhea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I was excited to have a room with a fireplace, only to find out that it’s a little fake log in the fireplace that let out a bunch of fumes in my room. Obviously not happy with that. Disappointed to also find out that the ice machine was broken. The room felt tired, though I realized because I did not book through the hotel directly, I might not have had the best choice. I decided to leave early and the staff was very nice and was as accommodating and sympathetic as they were able to be so no problem there. However, Hotels.com went way out of their way to accommodate my request, and I have to say I was very happy and impressed by Customer Service. The Upham is overall a lovely historic property, and charming. They have always had a really nice restaurant on site. It’s walkable to many great spots to eat and explore in downtown Santa Barbara. I have stayed in other bed-and-breakfasts in town who go out of their way to provide yummy treats in the room, and spend more attention to detail. Uphams’ nightly cookie treats, for example were Oreos… believe they are working on restoring some of the rooms and that will be a welcome change.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delightful staff. We enjoyed happy hour wine. Room was comfortable and clean. Only issue was NO housekeeping on Christmas Day. If we had been told the day before, we could have requested extra towels for the next day. They did bring us towels when we called and requested them that afternoon.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025