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The Upham Hotel

Santa Barbara, California

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Perfect for nature loversOnly 853 m to Alameda Park and 881 m to Alice Keck Memorial Garden

Tourist attractions nearbyOnly 2.8 km to Ty Warner Sea Center and 2.8 km to Ty Warner Sea Center

Near shopping centersOnly 705 m to La Arcada and 1.2 km to Paseo Nuevo Mall

Nice location! Near public transportOnly 2.2 km to Santa Barbara Station and 2.9 km to Santa Barbara Harbor

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4.6/5

FantasticFrom 100 reviews

5.0/529 May 2026

Eduardo • Couple Trip

Very nice cozy property within very quiet neighborhood. Walking distance to dining options. Inner courtyard very relaxing after a day around town. Excellent location for day trips to nearby Montecito, Solvang, Simi Valley, and wineries.

5.0/527 May 2026

Shera • Couple Trip

The Upham Hotel was a delightful place to stay during our visit to Santa Barbara. The staff was friendly and hospitable providing answers to all inquiries. We will definitely tell our friends about the hotel and our experience there. Thank you for such a wonderful stay.

5.0/527 May 2026

Gabriel

It was nice and well located, the restaurant was excellent, my wife didn't feel at easy knowing the driveway which was in direct access to our room, was openly accessible for anyone specially overnight. The hotel warns you to not open the door when someone knocks, unless the hotel calls you in advance, flying bugs were at issue

5.0/526 May 2026

Nora

5.0/526 May 2026

Odrie • Family Trip

My husband and I stayed at the upham for our wedding day/baby moon vacation. Not only did we fall in love with the building the staff was super lovely and helpful. Our room was clean and no issues. We definitely want to stay there when we go back to Santa Barbara.

5.0/525 May 2026

Frank • Couple Trip

Beautiful landscaping courtyard was amazing

5.0/522 May 2026

Naomi • Couple Trip

Charming, gracious, sophisticated and well maintained property. Super clean, wonderfully located, anything you need within blocks of the hotel, kind and thoughtful staff, easy parking, comfortable bed, enchanting property. I stayed there almost 30 years ago and could speak more highly about this property and staff.

5.0/518 May 2026

Richard • Couple Trip

The onsite parking spaces was greatly appreciated. Maybe it is hard to find a space at certain times of the year but there were lots of spaces when we were there in May. It is a very pleasant neighborhood to walk with State St only a couple of blocks away and Carrillo just a few blocks more down De La Vina to the south. The lobby and the adjoining sitting room/library with its beautiful fireplace is a wonderful place to spend some quiet time. The restaurant is not up to the caliber of the hotel. Their menu is very unexciting and it would be nice if breakfast was served at such a quality hotel.

5.0/517 May 2026

Qingmei • Family Trip

Very nicely decorated hotel, great location, clean and good fresh fruit, happy hours with great red wine

5.0/515 May 2026

Laura • Family Trip

Lovely property, parking was safe and easy within half a block, shops within walking distance, the staff was lovely, and the whole experience was comfy cozy.

5.0/514 May 2026

Cindy • Couple Trip

We loved our stay at the Upham! We had a great room in the Lincoln building! The room was so clean, and big! We even ate at the hotel restaurant - highly recommend! Close to all of the fun spots in Santa Barbara! Can’t wait to come back!!

5.0/512 May 2026

Daniel M

Parking was easy

5.0/512 May 2026

Cheryl • Family Trip

This hotel was opened in 1876 by a relative of Abraham Lincoln. It is a really charming property and our favorite of the 4 hotels we stayed at during our trip up the California coast. It was the only hotel that still provided daily maid service unless you put out your "do not disturb" sign. Personally, I only ever need towel and trash service for a short stay, but I was so happy that the hotel is doing well enough to continue this tradition. The gardens around the property were beautiful and well-maintained. Everywhere we looked there were employees tending the garden, cleaning the property, and making repairs (the gazebo was being repaired while we were there). We saw more employees at this small, boutique hotel than at any of the larger hotels we stayed at. It is basically a bed and breakfast, since they provide a bountiful continental breakfast in the mornings, wine in the evenings, and cookies and milk at night. The location is so close to State Street (the main street in downtown Santa Barbara) that we just walked to breakfast, lunch and dinner, unless we wanted to go somewhere a bit farther away. We would gladly stay there again!

5.0/59 May 2026

Craig J • Family Trip

Small, personal, and wonderfully located for downtown Santa Barbara.. that’s the beauty of the Upham. 5 Stars.

5.0/58 May 2026

David • Couple Trip

Wonderful location just a couple of blocks from the State Street action. The lovely grounds and cottagelike ambiance made this the perfect place to stay for a few nights on our first visit to Santa Barbara.

5.0/56 May 2026

Mary • Couple Trip

Appreciated the lobby amenities.,

5.0/530 Apr 2026

Shan • Trip with Friends

a charming place with great location, a perfect place for laid back and chill vacation

5.0/526 Apr 2026

Elisabeth • Solo Trip

Professional and welcoming staff. Charming and comfortable common guest spaces inside and within the beautiful courtyard. I was not able to stay in one of the many quaint cottage-like accommodations, but the room I had was clean and comfortable. Perfect location with a fine dining experience attached to the lobby and wrap around porch.

5.0/525 Apr 2026

William • Solo Trip

Great hotel. Great location!

5.0/524 Apr 2026

Iris • Couple Trip

Charming and comfortable!

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1404 De La Vina Street, Santa Barbara, California, US

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Upon check-in photo identification and credit card is required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in Procedure

Check-in4:00 PM-anytime

Check-out11:00

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

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. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

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Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

About The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel Location
The Upham Hotel is centrally located in Santa Barbara, a 3-minute walk from Arlington Theater and 7 minutes by foot from Granada Theatre. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Santa Barbara Museum of Art and 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Santa Barbara County Courthouse.

The Upham Hotel Facility and Service
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This hotel also features a fireplace in the lobby and a banquet hall.

The Upham Hotel Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 50 individually decorated guestrooms. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers.

Restaurant and Cafe
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Bistro Amasa serving guests of The Upham Hotel.

Room Type and Price

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 - Fri, 04 Sep 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children