FIVE STAR SERVICE
The concierge and front desk staff go above and beyond to make your visit to Santa Barbara a trip to remember. We welcome you with healthful continental breakfast options, afternoon wine and cheese, and of course, evening milk and cookies. We are here to serve our guests first.
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Two blocks from downtown shops, cafes and fine dining, the Upham Hotel blends convenience and comfort. Visit Louie’s California Bistro on the ground floor for luncheons or fine dining. The beaches overlooking the Channel Islands and migrating dolphins is just one mile down the road.
View MapMODERN AMENITIES, CLASSIC CHARM
While you will find the standard extras of comfort like terrycloth bath robes and luxurious linens, you will also find each room provides modern amenities like high speed WiFi, HDMI ports for your streaming device, USB charging ports, and coming soon – Electric car charging stations.
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The Upham Hotel is the oldest continuously operating hotel in California
Today, the Upham Hotel embraces its legacy while providing modern day amenities with historic charm. As a boutique property, the hotel has 50 rooms and suites located in the original inn and surrounding garden cottages. With its iconic sweeping redwood verandas, the landmark property combines the intimacy of a bed and breakfast with the convenience of a full service hotel and conference facility. We are located in Santa Barbara’s vibrant downtown shopping and historic district, surrounded by sun drenched beaches, Santa Ynez Wine Country and the Channel Islands.
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A place to be pampered
We invite you to wake up in your plush bed, dawn your terrycloth robe and get your morning off to a great start with our healthful continental breakfast. In the afternoon, you are welcomed to join us for wine and cheese, and what night would be complete with out evening Oreo cookies and milk?
Of course you may expect the standard hotel amenities, like free wireless high speed internet, free parking, filtered water, newspapers, and in-room televisions – but it’s the special details like flat screen tv’s with HDMI ports for your streaming devices, USB charging ports, plush bedding, terrycloth robes, spa toiletries, and unique rooms coupled with unsurpassed customer and concierge services that will make the Upham Hotel your special place.
CHECKING IN
Guaranteed Check-In is at 3:00pm. If you would like to check-in early, please give us a call at (805) 962-0058 the morning of your arrival so that we can make every effort to have your room ready at your arrival time.
CHECKING OUT
Standard Check-Out is at 12:00 noon. If you would like a late check-out, please give us a call at (805) 962-0058 the morning of your departure and we will make every effort to schedule your check-out for the time that best meets your needs.
PARKING
We have first come, first served free parking for our guests. In the event that overflow parking is needed, please check with our concierge or front desk staff for additional options.
AIRPORT
The airport is a 20 minute drive from the Upham Hotel. We have negotiated a flat rate of $28 with Yellow Cab company for transportation to and from the airport.
HANDICAP ACCESSIBILITY
Many of the buildings on the Upham estate have stairs. We do offer handicapped accessible rooms for those with mobility challenges. When booking, look for our “ADA Accessible” rooms when selecting your accommodations.
SERVICE ANIMALS ONLY
The Upham Hotel welcomes declared service dogs trained for specific tasks to assist a person with a disability. Pets are not allowed. Bringing a pet into a room will incur significant cleaning fees on the credit card on file.
Room & Suite Selection
We leave cookie cutters for making cookies. Every room at the Upham is unique. With over 50 custom tailored rooms, no two rooms are exactly alike. Our rooms range from the budget friendly bungalow queen rooms to our opulent suites. There are 12 room types to choose from:
MASTER SUITE
Our most deluxe accommodation includes a cozy living room with a wet bar and a bedroom with a King bed.
The large bathroom features a spa jet tub and waterfall shower with French doors leading out onto a private, bi-level patio.
TWO BEDROOM SUITE
Suitable for a family, this suite offers a master bedroom featuring a king bed with a full bath and second, smaller room with a queen bed.
A living room connects the two bedrooms and includes a half bath. All three rooms face out onto your own private enclosed patio.
EXECUTIVE KING SUITE
This two room suite features a living room and a separate bedroom with a king bed.
Enjoy breakfast alfresco or sip a local wine in the evening on your private patio. With the space and comfort of luxurious bedding, you can’t go wrong.
JUNIOR QUEEN
SUITE
Our mini-suite includes a sitting room, private patio and a queen bedroom. The suite is ideal to spread out for extended stays
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GARDEN COTTAGE FIREPLACE KING GUESTROOM
These larger, charming rooms located in the garden area feature a king bed, writing desk and gas fireplace, with either a patio or a view of the garden.
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GARDEN COTTAGE FIREPLACE QUEEN GUESTROOM
These beautiful and cozy rooms are located in the garden area, feature a queen bed, a writing desk and
gas fireplace.
GARDEN COTTAGE KING GUESTROOM
This spacious room faces our beautiful garden and offers a king bed, comfy love-seat, flat screen tv and a large walk-in shower.
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JUNIOR KING
GUESTROOM
For those who need a little extra space, we offer a king bed with an extra sitting area featuring a sleeper sofa or chair and a mini-fridge.
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BUNGALOW QUEEN GUESTROOM
Our most affordable accommodation featuring a queen bed with French doors facing out onto your own private patio.
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SANTA BARBARA KING GUESTROOM
Mostly located in the historic Lincoln Building, our airy king room offers a comfortable place to relax after a day on the beach or a night on the town.
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SANTA BARBARA DOUBLE QUEEN GUESTROOM
The Hibiscus Building with its spacious rooms featuring two queen beds is the perfect place for a family vacation or a girl’s weekend getaway.
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SANTA BARBARA QUEEN GUESTROOM
Each of these rooms is unique, and located throughout the property, offering choices that are sure to fit your needs.
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Guest Stories
Don’t take our word for it – here’s what our guests have to say:
Upham was a great, pleasant and peaceful experience. Good beds. A Wonderful and quiet garden, a service of afternoon “treats” and hearty continental breakfast. We also enjoyed dinner in the restaurant.
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View More TripAdvisor ReviewsMy wife and I stayed for one night and loved it! Location is great, an easy walk to State Street. The room was clean and comfortable. The Continental breakfast has lots to choose from, and the complimentary wine & cheese each afternoon and Oreos & milk each evening really made the stay feel hospitable. Overall, 10/10 would stay again.
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View More Google ReviewsMy experience was excellent first time visiting Santa Barbara. The stay in the hotel was amazing very cozy and just so close to everything. You can walk to the State Street and that street has a variety of stores, restaurants, etc.
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Meeting Facilities
With four distinct meeting rooms, the Upham Hotel can host meetings and events for up to 60 people. Our professional planning staff has years of experience in putting together top level events.
We can do it all from corporate trainings and director meetings to large banquets and intimate dinners.
Make your meeting planning easy and call or email today. We will help make your next event a memorable one.
Whether it’s a corporate event, dinner party or social gathering, the possibilities are endless.
THE ENVIRONMENT
All meeting rooms, with garden or patio exposures, provide a unique setting for conferences as well as special occasions.
THE TOOLS YOU NEED
Our meeting facilities offer dedicated high speed internet, projectors, custom room configurations and all the tools for success.
EXECUTIVE RETREATS
We are able to offer room blocks and group rates for those booking our meeting facilities.
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CONTACT OUR EVENT PLANNERA PIECE OF HISTORY
Celebrating over 125 years of hospitality
When the Upham Hotel’s redwood door first opened in 1871, guests arrived by horse, steamship or on foot. That door has never closed and has welcomed thousands of guests into a comfortable, family-like atmosphere. While all the other properties have faded into history, the Upham continues to make history as the oldest, continuously operating hotel in Santa Barbara County. Join us in celebrating this rich history and learn the whole story on our history page.
Learn our full historyINTRODUCTION
A gold rush in the wild west, settlers arrived in numbers after a brutal journey across the United States to build their dreams. Upon arrival – there were few places to stay…
THE LINCOLN HOUSE 1871-1898
Amasa Lincoln and his family were among the early arrivals. They established “A New England-Style boarding house” to welcome the pioneers who built modern day Santa Barbara.
HOTEL UPHAM 1898-1982
In 1898, Cyrus Upham purchased the Lincoln house, changing the name to Hotel Upham, and built out the estate with annex buildings and cottages.
RESTORED BEAUTY 1982-CURRENT
In 1982, visionary Carl Johnson took over the operations of the Upham, restoring its original beauty and building modern amenities while protecting the historic charm.
GETTING HERE
Come find us in the
heart of downtown
Santa Barbara
1404 De La Vina St,
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From highway 101/1 South:
Take the West Mission Street Exit
Head Northeast on W. Mission Street 3.5 blocks
Turn right on De La Vina Street
The Upham is 6 blocks ahead on the left
From highway 101/1 North:
Take the Arrellaga Exit
In 3 blocks, turn Right onto De Le Vina
Hotel is two blocks up on the left
For parking, turn left on W. Sola Street
Our guest lot is located at the end of the buildings
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact us
We welcome questions and inquiries about our Inn and the surrounding area. Feel welcome to drop us a line, and one of our front desk attendants will be happy to reply. Don’t worry, we will only use your contact info to respond to your message. It will not be saved, used for marketing or sold – that’s not our style!