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1404 De La Vina St, Santa Barbara, 93101-3057, USA
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The Upham Hotel
The Upham Hotel
The Upham Hotel
The Upham Hotel
The Upham Hotel

Good to know

  • On-site Louie's Restaurant

    Savor California comfort food and an extensive wine selection at Louie’s Restaurant, conveniently located within the hotel.

  • Unique room configurations

    Discover individually decorated rooms and suites, some featuring fireplaces, whirlpool tubs, or private entrances for a distinct stay.

  • Daily wine reception

    Unwind each evening with a complimentary wine reception, a delightful opportunity to socialize and relax.

  • Prime downtown location

    Enjoy easy access to Santa Barbara's vibrant downtown, with shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions just a short walk away.

  • Oldest continuously operating hotel

    Experience a piece of history at Santa Barbara's oldest continuously operating hotel, dating back to 1871.

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About The Upham Hotel

Situated in central Santa Barbara, the Upham Hotel and nearby Country House offer full service hospitality aside the traditional appeal of a historic home. Choose from rooms, cottages and suites at The Upham Hotel and nearby Country House, including such luxuries as waterfall showers, patios with French doors, fireplaces, and private decks. Hotel features comprise free parking and Wi-Fi, complimentary newspapers, meeting and banquet rooms, laundry and concierge service, and a business center. Dine on-site for a full breakfast, afternoon wine and cheese, and cookies with milk at bedtime.  Venture out for lunch and dinner at nearby Louie's, Downey's, or the Lilac Patisserie, all within a ten-minute stroll of the doorstep. Don't miss nearby attractions like Santa Barbara Museum of Art, Arlington Theater, The Historic La Arcada Courtyard, the Grassidi Family Vineyards and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, all within a five-minute drive of the hotel.

Rooms

  • Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Patio

    Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Patio

    • 1 1 King Bed
    • Sleeps 2
    • A/C
  • Standard Single Room

    Standard Single Room

    • 1 1 King Bed
    • Sleeps 2
    • A/C
  • Signature Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace, Garden Area

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

    • 1 1 Queen Bed
    • Sleeps 2
    • A/C
  • Signature Single Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Garden Area

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

    • 1 1 King Bed
    • Sleeps 2
    • A/C

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Price trend

Based on average prices on trivago from the last 30 days
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Mån, 08/03/26

$341

Tis, 08/04/26

$354

Ons, 08/05/26

$349

Tor, 08/06/26

$358

Fre, 08/07/26

$438

Lör, 08/08/26

$532

Sön, 08/09/26

$260

Mån, 08/10/26

$357

Tis, 08/11/26

$346

Ons, 08/12/26

$355

Tor, 08/13/26

$362

Fre, 08/14/26

$423

Lör, 08/15/26

$475

Sön, 08/16/26

$282

Mån, 08/17/26

$367

Tis, 08/18/26

$367

Ons, 08/19/26

$362

Tor, 08/20/26

$353

Fre, 08/21/26

$487

Lör, 08/22/26

$556

Sön, 08/23/26

$255

Mån, 08/24/26

$358

Tis, 08/25/26

$357

Ons, 08/26/26

$337

Tor, 08/27/26

$350

Fre, 08/28/26

$473

Lör, 08/29/26

$507

Sön, 08/30/26

$295

Mån, 08/31/26

$319

Tis, 09/01/26

$313

Ons, 09/02/26

$323

Tor, 09/03/26

$326

Fre, 09/04/26

$505

Lör, 09/05/26

$561

Sön, 09/06/26

$365

Mån, 09/07/26

$279

Tis, 09/08/26

$267

Ons, 09/09/26

$258

Tor, 09/10/26

$270

Fre, 09/11/26

$473

Lör, 09/12/26

$495

Sön, 09/13/26

$266

Mån, 09/14/26

$274

Tis, 09/15/26

$271

Ons, 09/16/26

$252

Tor, 09/17/26

$256

Fre, 09/18/26

$495

Lör, 09/19/26

$500

Sön, 09/20/26

$251

Mån, 09/21/26

$274

Tis, 09/22/26

$282

Ons, 09/23/26

$275

Tor, 09/24/26

$284

Fre, 09/25/26

$611

Lör, 09/26/26

$632

Sön, 09/27/26

$263

Mån, 09/28/26

$274

Tis, 09/29/26

$276

Ons, 09/30/26

$270

Tor, 10/01/26

$274

Fre, 10/02/26

$488

Lör, 10/03/26

$609

Reviews

8.8
Excellent
based on 2,472 ratings from top 
sites

Review summary

Summarized by AI from 600+ reviews · Last updated: 29 May 2026

This hotel is a charming historic hideaway, ideal for couples and sightseers seeking a tranquil retreat with easy access to local attractions. It boasts an excellent downtown location in Santa Barbara, offering exceptional walkability to State Street, the Santa Barbara Courthouse, and various shops and restaurants. The property's beautifully maintained gardens and peaceful courtyards provide serene spaces for relaxation. Guests consistently praise the friendly and attentive staff, and the afternoon wine hour remains a popular feature. For a quieter stay, consider requesting one of the individual cottages or bungalows.

Guest reviews

Excellent60%
Very good17%
Good13%
Fair6%
Poor4%

Top amenities

  • WiFi in lobby
  • WiFi in rooms
  • Parking
  • A/C
  • Restaurant

All amenities

Property amenities

  1. Business center
  2. Entrance hall/lobby
  3. Express check-in/check-out
  4. Parking
  5. Terrace
  6. Hotel safe
  7. Conference rooms
  8. Non-smoking rooms
  9. Computer with internet
  10. Restaurant
  11. 24-hour reception
  12. Laundry service

Room amenities

  1. Shower
  2. Ironing board
  3. Openable windows
  4. Television
  5. Hairdryer
  6. Central heating
  7. Air conditioning
  8. Satellite TV
  9. Cable TV
  10. WiFi (room)
  11. Free WiFi in rooms
  12. Coffee machine

Sports facilities

  1. Hiking trail

Hotel theme/type

  1. Boutique hotel

Wellness

  1. Bathrobe

Location

1404 De La Vina St, Santa Barbara, 93101-3057, USA

Distance from The Upham Hotel

Santa Barbara Museum of Art:0.3 miles

Casa Dolores:0.4 miles

Santa Barbara:0.5 miles

Lobero Theatre:0.5 miles

Santa Barbara Historical Museum:0.7 miles

Santa Barbara:1.1 miles

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History:1.3 miles

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center:1.6 miles

Santa Barbara Zoological Gardens:2.6 miles

Casa del Herrero:4.2 miles

Stow House:8.2 miles

Los Angeles International Airport:81.5 miles

Explore nearby attractions

Property info

1404 De La Vina St, Santa Barbara, 93101-3057, USA

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