The Upham Hotel

4.0 star property

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Enter a serene home through a lush, climbing plant archway, leading to a cozy interior with a lamp and comfortable seating.
Relax in a bright and airy space with a comfortable seating area and kitchenette.
Stroll through the serene garden and enjoy the classic charm of this two-story residence.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a central island, sink, and ample countertop space.
Relax in a spacious, well-appointed area with a reception desk and comfortable seating for work or casual gatherings.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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

Room options

Standard Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 220 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Patio

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Lanai

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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

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

Standard Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • 550 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Comfort Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 210 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

  • 265 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Patio

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

The Upham Hotel

4-star hotel in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has dry cleaning and a 24-hour front desk. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a garden, a lobby fireplace, and a banquet hall are onsite.
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.
The hotel offers a restaurant. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. 4 meeting rooms are available. This Santa Barbara hotel also offers a terrace, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby. Limited complimentary onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

The Upham Hotel is a smoke-free property.

Louies Restaurant - This bistro specializes in American cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Languages

English, Spanish

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 parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

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
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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 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 July 31 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

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The Upham Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 653 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 215 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1003 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rodolfo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property. Like 5 min uber ride to state street.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the best hotels have every state at. Very Charming and very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love staying there, it’s so cute. It feels like home.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yumiko

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Albina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, great staff!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Think about changing the evening evening cookies from Oreos to something better.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jim

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rowena

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is historic and has lots of vintage charm especially in the common rooms. The gardens were beautiful and well manicured. Our room was nice, bed and pillows were comfy. The room did have a funky odor, like an old house smelll, but it eventually went away once we turned on the air conditioner. The place offered a continental breakfast which was basic with muffins, mandarin oranges, and coffee. Bagels, more fruit and juice would have been nice. The staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Osbaldo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa, Bakersfield

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The grounds are beautiful and well kept. The room was spacious, but the furniture was very old, sofa stained, no counterspace in bathroom and closet was weird. I also had to carry my luggage up a large flight of carpeted stairs. The smell was musty. The cottages may be better. Luckily, I found parking on the grounds but didn't dare use my car to go anywhere for fear of having to find parking on the streets.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James, Long Grove

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walid G

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a very charming property and the grounds are beautiful! The bed was comfortable but the room was very cold in the mornings. We were able to walk to restaurants and shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice staff

I love historical buildings and this one is well kept. Beautiful garden area, wine hour and a true Continental breakfast. We were able to walk downtown and to dinner. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

william

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

william

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about this place... the friendly staff, the fresh fruit, the coffee was very good, my room was like a tiny cabin (absolutely loved it) quiet and cozy, the gardens were beautiful, other guests were friendly, parking was convenient, and the woman at the desk that helped solve my battery issue! Stayed two nights this is my go to spot anytime in Santa Barbara.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Historical, old but well preserved and maintained. Very clean, upscale amenities in the room. Safe area. Convenient parking. Short walk to historical old town, markets and restaurants. The surrounding gardens are peaceful. I would come back again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Neil

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms in main building are spacious and well set up. Rooms in the back of the property around the property are poor upkeep, no place to hang clothes or travel bags, very noisy fans that made it impossible to sleep, extremely small cabins, and just lukewarm water. Check in was a bit haphazard directions to get to the cabin type room that we were assigned to, which was nothing like the posted pictures of the rooms. After the first night, the Front desk representative moved us to a proper room in the main building, which was quite nice and very spacious, likely an upgrade. Absolutely would not recommend any rooms in the back of the property. Breakfast is pretty lean pickings with not very fresh pastry selections
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mira

Good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025