The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel is a 4-star independent property located in the heart of Santa Barbara, California. Just a 3-minute walk from Arlington Theater and 7 minutes on foot from Granada Theatre, this 50-room hotel sits in the cultural center of downtown Santa Barbara. The property includes 3 suites among its accommodations, positioned as a well-established destination for visitors exploring the city's arts and historic attractions.

Each of the 50 individually decorated guestrooms features a pillowtop bed with premium bedding, complimentary wireless internet access, and bathrooms appointed with designer toiletries and hair dryers. The guest comfort rating of 4.3 out of 5 reflects the quality and attention to detail in room design and amenities. Whether staying in a standard room or one of the property's suites, guests will find the spaces thoughtfully outfitted for a comfortable stay.

Bistro Amasa, located on-site, serves guests dining throughout the day. The restaurant provides a convenient option for meals without leaving the property, adding to the overall convenience of the location.

The property features outdoor spaces including a terrace and garden where guests can relax and take in the surroundings. A fireplace in the lobby creates a welcoming common area, and the hotel offers a banquet hall for events. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, along with 24-hour front desk service, dry cleaning and laundry service, luggage storage, and meeting rooms for business travelers.

The Upham Hotel sits 0.4 miles from the Santa Barbara Museum of Art and 0.5 miles from the Santa Barbara County Courthouse, placing guests within walking distance of major cultural and civic landmarks. Santa Barbara Airport is less than 9 miles away, approximately a 15 to 20-minute drive by car. Yellow Cab offers Upham guests a preferred airport rate of $28, and the hotel can arrange return transportation to the airport.

Check-in is available from 4:00 PM onward, with flexible arrival times accommodated based on availability. Check-out is at 11:00 AM. The property is smoke-free and does not allow pets, though service animals are welcome and exempt from restrictions. Please note the hotel has stairs to upper floors and limited parking with uncovered spaces available.

SBA (Santa Barbara) Airport is less than 9 miles away, a 15-20 minute ride by car. Yellow cab offers Upham guests a preferred rate of $28.00 when called from the airport upon arrival. Hotel can make return arrangements to the airport.

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

We do not charge for parking

• 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.

Pets are not allowed.

• we do not accept pets

• 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.

• Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.