The Upham Hotel

Property class: 4

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Lobby
Signature Single Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Garden Area
Lobby sitting area
Exterior
Signature Single Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Garden Area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$389
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May

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

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

  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Comfort Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Patio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Lanai

  • Garden view
  • 33 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Patio

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

Standard Single Room

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

Standard Single Room

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

Standard Room

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

Standard Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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 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, Bistro Amasa, serves American cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. 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 Museum of Art - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Granada Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 7 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

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

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
  • Conference 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 hairdryers. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bistro Amasa

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • 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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

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.
  • 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
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 guest room 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 all accommodation.

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 19 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Upham Hotel on 3 May 2026 start from NZ$389, 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. Onsite parking is limited.

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.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Upham Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Upham Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 688 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 186 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1002 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Sarah

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff and the amenities were both great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

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

Travelled 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

Michael, Carpinteria

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

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