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The Upham Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, a quick walk to Arlington Theater

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Patio
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Lobby sitting area
Property entrance
View from room

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$430
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar

Explore the area

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

Room options

View all photos for Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Bathrobes
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Bathrobes
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Patio

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Patio

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Lanai

Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Lanai

Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Lanai

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • 33 sq m
  • 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

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

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Bathrobes
  • 33 sq m
  • 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

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

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Comfort Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Bathrobes
  • 20 sq m
  • 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

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

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Patio

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • 37 sq m
  • 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

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

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Santa Barbara

The Upham Hotel puts you in the heart of Santa Barbara, within just a 10-minute stroll of Arlington Theater and Granada Theatre. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The bistro, Louies Restaurant, serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and coffee/tea in a common area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Historic Downtown Santa Barbara hotel include Santa Barbara Museum of Art and Alice Keck Memorial Garden.

What's nearby

  • Arlington Theater - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mission Santa Barbara - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 5 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 8 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 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

Hotel with free parking, a quick walk to Arlington Theater
There's a restaurant on site. A free manager's reception is offered daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. There are 4 meeting rooms available. The Upham Hotel also features a terrace, a garden, and coffee/tea in common area. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 5 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • 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 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary bathrobes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • Louies Restaurant

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

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 June 30 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 guest room 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.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Upham Hotel?

The Upham Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 14 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Upham Hotel on 16 Mar 2025 start from NZ$429.95, 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.

Is parking available at The Upham Hotel?

Yep, The Upham Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Upham Hotel?

The closest beach to The Upham Hotel is Leadbetter Beach (2.6 km).

What makes The Upham Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Upham Hotel.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Upham Hotel?

No, The Upham Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Upham Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Upham Hotel's onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine.The dining venue will be unavailable from March 10 2025 to June 30 2025 (dates subject to change).

What time are check-in & check-out at The Upham Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at The Upham Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Upham Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 630 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 231 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1001 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Erin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We arrived after dark. Parking was a challenge and finding our room was also difficult as the light in front was out. We were in room 43.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
a great property - have stayed at the Upham many times.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Angelica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Karishma

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our room was nice and as advertised. The second night of our stay there was no parking available on the premises and we had to figure out parking away from the property. When we got to our room, we found out we did not receive any housekeeping services. The room was damp from our towels from earlier that morning. Will not return to this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking is down hidden alleyway street so if driving at night go slow and look carefully! Overall, a wonderful experience and beautiful little place around the heart of downtown!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was so charming and luxurious!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property set out like a little village. Our room was lovely, great shower and comfy bed! Friendly staff and great location. I'd definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cutest hotel, great location, amazing staff - such a nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the fact that this property has so much history. The original person who built it is a distant cousin of Abraham Lincoln, it was originally built in 1871, oldest and longest running hotel in California. Renovated, yet maintained its beauty.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Bonny

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Emily

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

8/10 Good

Kristen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The good: friendly, accommodating staff, clean, well kept landscaping and lots of places to sit outside. It is close enough to State Street to walk. Area for improvement: a bit dated with beds and chairs in the room not being really comfortable, no shampoo/conditioner in the room, no heat (they brought a heater) and doesn’t feel very secure. I think my mom would really enjoy this place but for the price it probably isn’t somewhere I’d stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Donna

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Historical yet disappointing
The hotel as a whole was pretty run down. It has an authentic historic feel and with additional investment it has the potential to be a remarkable destination and stay while in Santa Barbara.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas, Los Angeles

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Carmen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The room smelled like mildew and the bathroom had hairs on the carpet from the previous guest. The location to the Main Street was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

john d

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Focus of property is a courtyard lawn with seating on the lawn. Peaceful, lovely garden, hummingbirds and small bunnies.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine A

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johan Rudi

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One night in Santa Barbara
Need to update their shower technology
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

SCOTT

Liked: Staff & service
Overall the experience at the Upham was satisfactory; the staff, the lobby, the grounds and the happy hour all added to the experience. However, given the price ($500) for one night, the room was extremely small, the air conditioner was poor, the carpeting was stained, there was no television signal, the bedding/bath linens were only mediocre and the hallway carpeting was filthy. Unfortunately, with all the other options in Santa Barbara, we won’t be returning to this property.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024