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The 10 Best Luxury Hotels in Santa Barbara, USA

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Nestled in Santa Barbara, this Victorian B&B is less than a mile from the Arlington and Granada theaters. Full hot gourmet breakfast, daily wine and cheese social hour, evening desserts and free Wi-Fi are included.

Each bright room at Bath Street Inn features cable TV. Decorated with old world charm, all en suite rooms include toiletries. Guests can kick back and relax in the provided seating area.

Smooth check in. Great owner, tasty breakfast. Central location. Quiet street. Plenty of parking space.

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Wonderful
583 reviews
Price from
$209
per night

Built in 1874, this Victorian bed and breakfast is surrounded by lush landscaped gardens and 3 blocks of city parks. It features gourmet breakfast and evening wine tastings. Guest rooms offer free Wi-Fi.

Guests of Inn Simpson House can enjoy breakfast in their rooms or out in the garden, cooked by a gourmet chef. Afternoon refreshments and an appetizer buffet are also provided daily.

The venue is in fact a Victorian house turned bed and breakfast. The renovation work was excellent and the rooms are very comfortable. The gardens are beautiful and it is not unusual to spot a rabbit and birds during the breakfast on the porch. The breakfast by the way is delicious and clearly cooked carefuly for each guest and not mass produced as in ordinary hotels. The staff is extremely cordial and thoughtful. The house itself is within walking distance from attractions such as the Presidio, the old mission building and the courthouse, and also near State street, where you can find trendy shops. In all, it was the best hotel in my California roadtrip from San Francisco to LA.

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9.3
Wonderful
238 reviews
Price from
$419
per night

Located next to the Funk Zone in Santa Barbara, the Hotel Californian is just steps from the beach and features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy several on-site dining options and take advantage of the on-site spa.

Everything was great ! Room is clean , very comfortable. Location good.

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8.3
Very Good
229 reviews
Price from
$729
per night

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If you’re looking to treat yourself, a high-end hotel has that extra something to make your trip all the more memorable. These 5-star properties feature luxuries like on-site restaurants with sweeping city views, in-room massages, and spacious private terraces. They're often situated in central locations, which makes exploring a destination's main sights a breeze.
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  • Avg. price/night: $251.58
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,543 reviews
    I had an absolutely fantastic experience at this hotel. Firstly, its location is superb, offering stunning views of the sea and convenient parking. The front desk staff were incredibly attentive and professional, ensuring a swift and hassle-free check-in process. Extending my stay was a breeze, thanks to their efficient service. Moreover, the hotel boasts a stylish design that adds to its charm, and the breakfast served was delicious. Overall, I highly recommend this hotel for anyone looking for a memorable and enjoyable stay.
    alina
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $283.86
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 429 reviews
    Superb hotel - lovely spacious rooms, very friendly staff, great location and easy to walk everywhere. Complimentary wine & cheese every evening! Highly recommend.
    Barclay
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $344.28
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,568 reviews
    Oceanfront room with balcony, luxurious bed, and linens.
    Laurie
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $344.28
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,568 reviews
    The location is superb. Our room was a nice sized and very clean. The bed was very comfortable. The pool area is very pleasant. The staff was very accommodating.
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    WILLIAM
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $147.06
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,802 reviews
    I asked to move to another room and they were very accommodating. Walking distance to a good reasonably priced diner (Farmer Boy), an upscale bakery/coffee shop (Renaud), a US Post Office and an upscale supermarket (Gelson's).
    Charles Scott
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $294.58
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,157 reviews
    Lots of comfy outside seating, super pool, everything very clean and tidy, well looked after. Superb location opposite beach and near state street restaurants bars and shopping
    Vanessa
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $272.46
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 619 reviews
    People at the front desk were extremely nice!!! The hotel amenities are splendid! We were hosted with a bottle of local Prosecco in our room! There were happy hours daily and the "ambiance" was outstanding! I RECOMMEND and wish to go back!!
    Janice R Trotte
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $204.06
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,153 reviews
    the pool/hot tub was always hot, clean and most of the time empty so really not crowded at all. Rooms are very cool and luxurious for the price. There is a bus stop to downtown for less than 2$ right in feont of the hotel.
    Jannik
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $285.17
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,092 reviews
    Stylishly renovated, fresh and luxurious linen, comfortable beds, superbly maintained, enjoyable continental breakfast, excellent location.
    Anna
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $247.39
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 263 reviews
    location and felt luxurious without the high cost . walkable to all the wineries
    Fredrik
    Young couple

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