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Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages, hotel in Santa Barbara

Guests can enjoy a wine and cheese hour every evening at this Santa Barbara bed and breakfast. Rooms are uniquely furnished and feature free Wi-Fi. Stearns Wharf is less than 10 minutes’ drive away.

I loved the breakfast and personalized communication throughout the seamless virtual check in process. The location is excellent and grounds are beautiful. I did feel that the furniture was a bit dated and would have appreciated modernization of some of the amenities. Overall, had an excellent stay though!
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
421 reviews
Price from
$290
1 night, 2 adults
Bath Street Inn, hotel in Santa Barbara

In Santa Barbara, this Victorian B&B is less than a mile from the Arlington and Granada theaters.

Our stay at the Bath Street Inn was wonderful. We were only there for one night but I wish we could have stayed longer. Our room was clean and comfortable, and the staff were very accommodating with breakfast in the morning. I requested a vegan breakfast and they went above and beyond to provide a delicious and filling meal. They also have fresh cookies in the lobby each afternoon and when we arrived there were vegan cookies waiting for me. I'm sure they would go above and beyond to accommodate any dietary request.
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
586 reviews
Price from
$239
1 night, 2 adults
Casa Valerio - Boutique Suites in Downtown Santa Barbara, hotel in Santa Barbara

Casa Valerio - Boutique Suites in Downtown Santa Barbara features accommodations within 600 yards of the center of Santa Barbara, with free Wifi and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a...

The room was gorgeous, prime location too.
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
107 reviews
Price from
$245.39
1 night, 2 adults
Ruth House Original Craftsman PETS, walk to State st., hotel in Santa Barbara

A 16-minute walk from West Beach in the center of Santa Barbara, Ruth House Original Craftsman PETS, walk to State st. Offers accommodations with free Wifi and access to a garden.

Amazing location for SB downtown. Quiet. Safe.
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
9 reviews
Price from
$465
1 night, 2 adults
Casa Jardin - Boutique Suites in Downtown Santa Barbara, hotel in Santa Barbara

Casa Jardin - Boutique Suites in Downtown Santa Barbara offers accommodations within 600 yards of the center of Santa Barbara, with free Wifi and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a microwave....

Great location. Very comfortable. When I had a question, I texted the office and I received my answer within minutes. When I spoke to the office, the woman I spoke with was extremely friendly and helpful.
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
92 reviews
Price from
$234.61
1 night, 2 adults
Secret Garden Inn & Cottages, hotel in Santa Barbara

Originally built in 1905, this quaint Santa Barbara B&B features individually decorated guest rooms with free Wi-Fi. It offers spa and massage services and serves a daily buffet breakfast.

I didn’t like anything even the price was too much for this “DUMP”!!! Because it was “NON REFUNDABLE” I had to stick it out! I felt like I was staying in a cardboard box and everyone from the outside could hear my TV on etc. This place has NOT been taken care of…“The landscaping has been let go & everything seems over grown & out of control!” A real Fire hazard! The place needs major updates and improvements both on outside and inside-in my room the shutters seemed like they didn’t fit the windows so at night with the lights on you could see right through my room- I had to clip a painter’s tarp to shutter's that I just happened to have in my car. I ate the breakfast the first day & the eggs were so greasy that I got a stomach ache “needless” to say I didn’t go to breakfast on the 2nd day! It just seems like the owner doesn’t want to put the money it takes to keep this place up everything in the room I stayed in needs to be stripped down architecturally on the inside & outside & redone the right way!
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated excellent
Excellent
145 reviews
Price from
$279.07
1 night, 2 adults
Casa Blanca Suite A1 - New, Private, Cozy!, hotel in Santa Barbara

Featuring a garden, Casa Blanca Suite A1 - New, Private, Cozy! features accommodations in Montecito. Both free Wifi and private parking are accessible at the vacation home free of charge.

Very chic and modern design and layout - loved the outdoor areas, very relaxing - all the creature comforts of home.
Scored 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
16 reviews
Price from
$209.95
1 night, 2 adults
Inn On SummerHill, hotel in Santa Barbara

Massage services are available at this bed and breakfast. Rooms feature a fireplace and seating area. Downtown Santa Barbara is 15 minutes’ drive away.

Feels like home experience.
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very Good
54 reviews
Price from
$249
1 night, 2 adults
Sunny's Santa Barbara Beach House, hotel in Santa Barbara

Sunny's Santa Barbara Beach House is located in Santa Barbara, just 1.4 miles from West Beach and 1.5 miles from Butterfly Beach. Guests staying at this vacation home have access to a patio.

The home was exactly as advertised and pictured. It was immaculate when we arrived, the location was picturesque, and the home was beautiful. Lines of communication with the owners were excellent and rapid, instructions for arrival and departure were easy, and the whole experience was stellar. I highly recommend this rental property for your ideal Santa Barbara getaway.
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
9 reviews
The 3 Dux, hotel in Santa Barbara

Offering air-conditioned rooms in the Santa Barbara Urban Wine Trail district of Santa Barbara, The 3 Dux is a 10-minute walk from West Beach.

Great location. Unit was very comfortable and spacious for our party of 3.
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
30 reviews
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  • Bath Street Inn
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 586 reviews

    In Santa Barbara, this Victorian B&B is less than a mile from the Arlington and Granada theaters.

    Great location, excellent breakfast and lovely character

  • Secret Garden Inn & Cottages
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 145 reviews

    Originally built in 1905, this quaint Santa Barbara B&B features individually decorated guest rooms with free Wi-Fi. It offers spa and massage services and serves a daily buffet breakfast.

    The genuine kindness and thoughtful of of the staff and guest.

  • Upscale Downtown Home Walk to Beach shops Bars 2
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 7 reviews

    A 14-minute walk from East Beach in the center of Santa Barbara, Upscale Downtown Home Walk to Beach shops Bars 2 features accommodations with access to a garden.

    The home is so well appointed. Beautiful and comfortable. We loved the location!

  • Cactus Room - Private Entrance
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 83 reviews

    The recently renovated Cactus Room - Private Entrance provides accommodations with a garden and a terrace in the heart of Santa Barbara.

    Very clean, cute decorations, street parking available

  • Sunny's Santa Barbara Beach House
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 9 reviews

    Sunny's Santa Barbara Beach House is located in Santa Barbara, just 1.4 miles from West Beach and 1.5 miles from Butterfly Beach. Guests staying at this vacation home have access to a patio.

  • The 3 Dux
    Breakfast options
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 30 reviews

    Offering air-conditioned rooms in the Santa Barbara Urban Wine Trail district of Santa Barbara, The 3 Dux is a 10-minute walk from West Beach.

    Son emplacement, ses équipements, le confort et le decor

  • Chic Santa Barbara Vacation Rental with Patio!

    Chic Santa Barbara Vacation Rental with Patio! offers accommodations in Santa Barbara, 2.4 miles from Antioch College and 3.2 miles from Amtrack Station Santa Barbara.

  • Santa Barbara Vacation Rental with Pool and Hot Tub!

    Santa Barbara Vacation Rental with Pool and Hot Tub! is located in Santa Barbara, just 6.2 miles from Amtrack Station Santa Barbara and 6.5 miles from Santa Barbara City College.

These vacation rentals in Santa Barbara have options with FREE cancellation

  • Casa Valerio - Boutique Suites in Downtown Santa Barbara
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 107 reviews

    Casa Valerio - Boutique Suites in Downtown Santa Barbara features accommodations within 600 yards of the center of Santa Barbara, with free Wifi and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a...

    Everything was great, super cute and really clean!

  • Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
    Free cancellation options available
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 421 reviews

    Guests can enjoy a wine and cheese hour every evening at this Santa Barbara bed and breakfast. Rooms are uniquely furnished and feature free Wi-Fi. Stearns Wharf is less than 10 minutes’ drive away.

    location, welcome, Andrea was wonderful and helpful.

  • Casa Jardin - Boutique Suites in Downtown Santa Barbara
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 92 reviews

    Casa Jardin - Boutique Suites in Downtown Santa Barbara offers accommodations within 600 yards of the center of Santa Barbara, with free Wifi and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a microwave.

    Very clean, spacious, really good for family of five, free EV charge

  • Santa Barbara Home with Private Outdoor Pool!
    Scored 3.0
    3.0
    Rated poor
    Poor
     · 1 review

    Santa Barbara Home with Private Outdoor Pool! offers accommodations in Santa Barbara, a 9-minute walk from One Thousand Steps Beach and one mile from Arroyo Burro Beach.

  • Santa Barbara Studio Near Downtown and Beaches

    Santa Barbara Studio Near Downtown and Beaches offers accommodations in Santa Barbara, 9.2 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara and 3 miles from Antioch College.

  • Agapios Cottage
    Free cancellation options available

    Agapios Cottage is located in Santa Barbara, just 11 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara and 4.7 miles from Westmont College.

  • San Miguel
    Free cancellation options available
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 10 reviews

    San Miguel is located in Santa Barbara, just 1.3 miles from West Beach and 1.5 miles from Butterfly Beach.

  • Santa Barbara Luxe Villa
    Free cancellation options available
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 2 reviews

    Santa Barbara Luxe Villa offers accommodations in Santa Barbara, 1.3 miles from Leadbetter Beach and 12 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara.

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  • Avg. price/night: $283.08
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,704 reviews
    The location of this villa. You just have to cross the street and you're at the beach/ pier.
    Mae-Anne
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 415 reviews
    Staff was very positive and helpful. Rooms were nicely cleaned as often as you requested. Nice swimming pool. Free bike rental. Pool and beach towels are provided for your use. Great location to many walkable shops and restaurants in Coast Village Montecito. Butterfly beach is a 12-15 minute walk away and is beautiful (but no bathroom facilities.) Many other nice beaches (with facilities) are a 10 to 20 minute drive away.
    Stephen
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $202.13
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3,018 reviews
    Felt secluded and like a little holiday village, super clean and comfortable
    Aylish
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $208.83
    Scored 6.0
    6.0
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 691 reviews
    Location, view, ambiance & staff. Very cozy place, my second time returning to Ala Mar Inn. Nice coffee always available and sweet treat breakfast included. Also ability to use pool at sister property Villa Rosa, that comes handy on a hot day!
    Zlata
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $250.19
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 586 reviews
    For all the years that my husband and I have selected vacation rentals both in the States and abroad, the Bath Inn stood out as exceptional in a number of ways. We both were extremely relaxed and comfortable at the Inn due to the warm and helpful staff, the beautiful surroundings, the delicious breakfasts, cookies and evening wine. The Inn was clean and comfortable; the guests friendly and down to earth. We loved our 4 day stay at the Bath Inn.
    Karen
    Young couple
  • Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 415 reviews
    Location was exceptional and the stay was quiet and calm in a beautiful neighborhood. Easy access to quaint cafes and shops along Coast Village Rd. The beds were amazing and had a good nights rest. Staff was accommodating and helpful. Its a small and charming Inn located in a prime area , perfect for a few days of rest.
    patricia
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $208.83
    Scored 6.0
    6.0
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 691 reviews
    We ended up being put in a room at Villa Rosa-right next door (sister hotel?). Beautiful room, beautiful hotel with gorgeous antiques in the lobby and throughout the building. Melodie at the front desk was awesome. Both hotels are across the street from the beach and a quick walk to State Street.
    Madden
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $283.08
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,704 reviews
    Loved Villa Rosa! They have a great happy hour and breakfast, that we all enjoyed! It was charming, unique, a very lovely setting. It does need some updating!
    Mary
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $283.08
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,704 reviews
    My daughter liked the breakfast items. I noted they were all gone by 8:30 though most days. Location best reason to stay here. My second reserved room ended up at the “villa” across the street. Nice amount is space and perk of separate sitting room .
    Louise
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $283.08
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,704 reviews
    Like the Spanish style of the Inn, decor and vegetation around the Villa Rosa, all together was beautiful.
    Hanka
    Travelers with friends

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