Worst experience ever. Our Amtrak train broke down outside of LA, so I immediately tried calling De La Vina Inn. Straight to Voicemail. No one answering the phone or monitoring guests. I left an urgent voicemail. No contact until following day. Then they denied receiving any of my calls. Just lying because they know theyre just giving a code for guests to get in the door. If teenagers completely trash the place, youll understand how property management is vital. We abandoned our travel & went home. The De La Vina Hotel sent this: read more

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Quiet, clean & the feel of a historic home. Very comfortable bed & pillows. Several nice sitting areas inside & out. Close to dining & shopping downtown area. It has the feel of a bed & breakfast but there is no breakfast & you let yourself in with a code. The bathroom is little, doesn't have a fan & lighting isn't great for doing makeup. Overall we were pleased with our stay. read more

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We really enjoyed our 1-night stay in this beautiful historic Inn. Lovely gardens in the front and back. Nice living room with fireplace and dining room with coffee and tea for guests in the 8 rooms to share. We were in the Sommerset Suite, which had a comfy bed, high ceilings, and real wood-burning fireplace. It was a chilly, rainy weekend, so we lit a fire, and enjoyed some wine. As some guests mentioned, there is no front desk or person present. You get a text and code to enter the house and your room, but all went smoothly. Would love to come back when the weather is nicer and get a room with a balcony. read more

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Wow!! Loved this cozy inn. Here's the rundown. My boyfriend and I drove to SB for a comedy show and not wanting to spend $700 for some of the other hotels in downtown Santa Barbara we found this adorable inn. We booked and I believe my boyfriend paid a little less than $300 for our room. We arrived early and we enjoyed a drink on the patio since check in was at 3 pm. There is NO lobbyist or reception at this inn all communication is via text so if you are not at all tech savvy this place might not be for you. Our room was perfect for a night. The bed was very comfortable and the bathroom was clean with fresh towels and complimentary shampoo and hygiene products. I really appreciated the wine left out for the guest to enjoy. I also loved the free parking lot on the side of the property. If I'm ever in SB I'll definitely come back :) read more

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What the owner is saying in response is NOT true, as my review is very accurate, pictures don't lie. And the fact is that she took way too long to respond. Everyone should read other reviews besides the 5 stars reviews always to understand what you're paying for, the owner is hoping you'll disregard the other post, but if you read them they all have the same complaint. She only refunded half of the full amount for the second night, we didn't even stay but for one night' I can also post the charges if necessary, she's very dishonest and disappointing. read more

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Delightful, charming B&B, especially if you like a "do it yourself" experience. No staff. Check in is virtual and, like a scavenger hunt, each step begets the next to get in, get your key and get into your room. Charming, cozy and clean. Fireplace was a hit and the bed was very comfortable. Would have been a 5-star if they'd have a bit more hospitality in the snacks / beverages area. Communal dining area has a Keurig coffee machine, apples, oatmeal packets and microwave popcorn. For $300 / night, some fresh pastries or even some cookies on a platter would have been nice. read more

We had such an amazing time in Santa Barbara, at De La Vina Inn!!! De La Vina Inn was such a Beautiful, Charming, Special place! The room was spacious, comfortable & clean! We are so happy & grateful we were able to stay there! It was also a great location! We loved it & will definitely be back! Thank you so much! Nicole & Ernest read more

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We had a phenomenal wedding at De La Vina Inn with our close family! We had been here a couple times prior to check out the area and loved it every single time. The house is absolutely perfect. The Victorian style fit in so well we our small wedding. I couldn't have imagined or planned a better spot. The back yard was perfect to set up a few tables for dinner and we had just enough room to do our first dance and for everyone to dance a little. There are so many cute spots throughout the house with vintage mirror and decor that are perfect for your special day! Each room is well decorated and comfortable. We staid two nights for our wedding with our family. We will definitely be returning to celebrate our one year anniversary in the penthouse and many time prior to that as well. Thank you Seline for working with us! read more

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One of the most beautiful inn hotel we have stayed in Santa Barbara. A lovely, nicely decorated of old and newness with a warm ambience of the living, dining room and throughout. The bedrooms are so cozy and comfortable for all of our family members which consist of kids, teenagers and married couples. Convenient keurig coffee, tea and snacks for anytime. The best part is the outdoor space, of relaxing under the tree and the fountain was all so beautiful. We highly recommend and definitely be back. read more

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Amazing place! It feels like staying at a beautiful large home. The common areas and space outside are particularly great. Walking distance from one of the nicest areas of Santa Barbara. I will definitely stay here again! read more

Terrible service, no manager/owner onsite, in our bookings (Airbnb) it says not to clean and we are guests, one day into the stay the maid/ housekeeper got mad at all the guests for leaving their dishes when the owner told us to. Everyday after we have had to clean the place ourselves! The walls are thin and you can hear people having sex especially if your in a room beside or below them! Trash pickup comes twice a week and is super loud and jarring at 7am! The manager doesn't listen to feedback and always goes "we have over 500 reviews and they don't see anything wrong", that's not the attitude someone in hospitality should have. One morning I was awaken at 4am by a broken sprinkler that was jet streaming my door( outdoor patio entrance) as soon as I opened the door I was soaked and the owner was like there's nothing we can do try to go back to sleep. Also there's only 5 parking spots and there are 8 rooms, park anywhere else and you run the risk of being towed! The owner also gives people secret rates, so don't go by the quoted price, try to barter bc she gave some people deep discounts and others paid full price, and the room are all the same. A week after my stay the owner text me and was like can you sell me some eggs, and I was like I checked out a week ago! She didn't even know who she was texting! If you want a stress free and relaxing stay, this is not the place! read more

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My cousins and I had a great weekend staying at De La Vina Inn. We rented out the main house where we had use of a kitchen, 6 bedrooms, living room, dining room and the backyard. It's such a cute place! The kitchen was decently stocked with pots, pans, utensils and dinnerware. If you need something specific to cook with though you should probably bring it just in case. The place is clean, the beds were comfortable. They provide plenty of paper towels, hand sanitizer, disinfectant spray for our use. At night we hung out in the backyard and the string lights gives the place such a charming feel. It's only a couple blocks away from State Street and a short drive to the beach. I would definitely come back! Thanks, Seline! read more

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This house/Inn was so warm and welcoming. Loved the large fireplaces throughout the house especially in the living room. This made the living room a comfortable entertaining environment. There were many cute sitting areas inside and outside. The rooms were beautifully decorated. My bedroom had a separate entrance with a fireplace which made it very romantic. A great place for entertaining or a wedding. Plus it is very close to restaurants and shopping. I am looking forward to going back. Thank you, Heidi read more

This is an Airbnb host, my reservation was made incorrectly. I called within 5 minutes of making an erroneous reservation and wanted to change the dates. She refused to call me back until last minute. She took the $200 reservation fee even though I had no use for the reservation. I was only refunded a $61 cleaning fee. In my opinion any business that takes advantage of a customer making an honest mistake is a scam artist. read more

We generally enjoyed our stay here. We've done a lot of B&B in Santa Barbara, and this place is up there. The inn is beautiful (cracks, etc. come with old buildings and is part of the charm), quiet and in a great location. There were some issues but the owner was quick to respond. With this price, it'd be complete if they offered breakfast for a full B&B experience. Otherwise, the other patrons were pleasant, the bed was firm and good, and the rooms clean and quiet. We'll try this place again. read more

This was my first experience at an AirBnB and I can say it has really set the bar high. This charming home in the heart of SB was perfect for a large group, with super clean and tidy bedrooms, a large living room and dining area and adorable outdoor space with seating areas. Highly recommend staying here whether you need a place to visit alone, as a couple or with a group of friends. I will definitely be back! read more

I would consider myself somewhat well traveled. I prefer quaint bed and breakfast inns to hotels. De La Vina is a magical gem . When I rolled up in my uber I let out a little gasp. The tree in front of the property greeted me . Hanging lights adorned the tree and a fountain gurgled in the background. My excitement mounted as I climbed the stairs. I read that this is the perfect place for travelers that are alone and I see why. The Inn is not full of antiques as one would expect . Instead it had the right balance of modern meets vintage . The doors to the rooms are solid wooden doors with little metal signs of the names of the rooms. My room was perfect size and the bed was so comfy . It even had a pillow that said Thankful. I wandered the house and found a perfectly arranged kitchen where I could make a cup of tea, etc. My favorite spot was in the front bay window that had cushions . The backyard and front porch are also inviting. . Even though they do not have a front desk I could easily text and they respond quickly. What do I love about this place? Well the location is perfect as it is a block or two from State street. It is quiet and whoever owns it pays attention to details. I appreciate that. Would I stay there again? Absolutely! It was also reasonably priced . If you are the type of person that likes to be waited on hand and foot then maybe it's not the place for you . But if you want to fly solo and have a place where you can feel at home...then De La Vina offers a cozy place to relax whilst you enjoy the beauty of Santa Barbara read more

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The De La Vina is absolutely breathtaking. The grounds are gorgeous. The rooms are clean and decorated beautifully. The staff is attentive. Our whole stay was amazing. Thank you read more

Had an amazing stay at the Inn. We "bought out" the entire Inn for a corporate retreat. We were are group of 8. Thus, the Inn was an ideal spot for us with 8 individual rooms. Each room had a its own bathroom. It was also and ideal spot for our retreat during the Covid pandemic. Plenty of outdoor space in the "backyard" of the Inn. Were were able to comfortable spread out both outside and inside for our business portion and social portion of our retreat. Since we had the entire Inn booked, we were able to take full advantage of the kitchen, BBQ, and the fire pit. Everything was impeccably clean at the Inn. Seline went above and beyond to make sure our stay was the best it could be. Both before the stay and during the stay. I highly recommend checking out the Inn while in Santa Barbara. Especially if you have a group that can take advantage of the "buy out" option. You will not be disappointed. read more

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Very bad management, booked 2 days in advanced through bookings.com, reservation was confirmed but when I reach at Inn said room I booked is not available. They give it to someone else for higher price. I had small sleepy baby I had to find another hotel with the amenities I needed. It was so inconvenient and I would never book this Inn again or recommend anyone. read more

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Cant say enough great things about this airbnb! First off, location is great. Close to both the beach and downtown area. Ideal for wanting to be in the middle of things, but in a quiet area. Our group ended up renting the entire place for a girls weekend, and it could not have been more amazing. Facilities and amenities were great. Super clean. Super cute. Cant reccomend enough, and hope to be back soon! read more

We arrived early 3:45pm and our room was not ready...so we waited in the living room (the maid let us in)...and at 4pm entered our small, king size bedroom on the second floor. We turned on the air conditioner and waited for the cold air and waited and waited...............no cold air! There is no one at the Inn to help. you have to call, text, email.....we did and got no response. The hot sun (temp 84 degrees) was beating down on the window, we were very uncomfortable/sweating....we waited over an hour for a response to our constant emails/ texts etc. Finally we texted that we were leaving to find another hotel/Inn.....they then told us if we stayed in this sweltering room they would give us a smaller room the next night with a queen bed and 10% off of the over $270 a night they were charging. Are they kidding? we thought. Finally (one hour and a half later) they called and told us they found another place for us to move to and would refund our money and that they had heard from the former customer that was in this room that the air conditioner was not working properly....So they knew?!!! but thought they could get away with it!...... It was a very nice place we have stayed in a few times before..The Upham. A few blocks away. So we repacked...(So much fun! Not!) and moved ..to a lovely room with great air conditioning and a very nice and ample continental breakfast AND wine in the afternoon...........Fully staffed! Over $100 more then we had paid at De La Vina. We waited for our refund.......one day, two days......my husband was ready to call our credit card company........and then our refund was issued the third day. Needless to say, what if there was an emergency? If someone needed help immediately...would you have to wait over an hour and a half for some to response at De La Vina? Your choice. Caveat Emptor! Never ours again. read more

My girlfriend and I stayed here for our anniversary and could not have asked for a better experience! We were in the penthouse suite- which was incredibly clean, spacious, and had amazing amenities. They take Covid very seriously, which made us feel very safe. Best place to stay in Santa Barbara by far. We can't wait to come back again soon! read more

I have been traveling to Santa Barbara for the past 4 years regularly and I have stayed at 5 Star accommodations. De La Vina is my top pick!!! It's the best Santa Barbara has to offer. It is in the heart of historic downtown, walking distance yet it holds its own historic vibe of its own. All the rooms are decorated differently and are each warm. My room was spacious and had all the amenities I wanted in its intimate space. The vanity was perfect and the bedding was premium. The spacious places on the property where I enjoyed a warm setting inside or the gardens outdoors were my favorite, not to mention the wonderful knowledgable hosts!!!!! :) read more

Luxury accommodations combined with friendly service that feels like home! This is the feeling that I got about the beautiful bed & breakfast hotel located in the heart of Santana Barbara. Our trip started with a bottle of champagne and chocolate delivered to our penthouse room provided by the owner of this charming hotel. What can be better than enjoying the beautiful view with your significant other with a glass of champagne while nibbling on the dark chocolate? Our entire stay was a beautiful and romantic experience thanks to the amazing staff at De La Vina Inn, who made it so delightful. Can't wait to come back again soon! :) read more

This is a five star rating !! Love this place , it was fantastic, very clean and well kept with old world charm and very quiet which I enjoy . Staff was friendly and helpful at all times . It was my wife and I 20th anniversary and this was the perfect place to celebrate such wonderful milestone . I cannot recommend De La Vina inn enough I will most certainly be back! Thank you for the great hospitality! read more

The Windsor room at De La Vina is so quaint and beautiful, as is the whole Inn. We had such a romantic weekend there for Valentine's Day and Seline made it extra special by giving us champagne and chocolates - such a nice touch! The bed was comfy, linens were nice, and the towels were fluffy. De La Vina is so well located, you can walk to all the restaurants, shops, and bars really easily. State street is a few minutes walk away. I highly recommend staying here! read more

We had a very positive experience with the staff at De La Vina Inn. We ultimately were not able to visit the property, so I cannot leave a review of the site (though it looks so so gorgeous!) However, in the wake of a miscommunication about our reservation, they handled the problem very well and very quickly. We thank them for their great customer service! read more

The getaway we've been searching for! Loved everything about it! Pro-tip: book the presidential suite! It made our experience 1000% greater!

A truly great location coupled with a wonderful room and prompt service! I recommend in particular the Darcy Suite if you are deciding which room to choose. read more

This is the best place I have stayed in all of Santa Barbara we loved it so much we stayed another night even called in to work! We were visiting from San luis Obispo area just for a one day get away in the darcy suite became 2 amazing days there best time! We will definitely come back great amenities! The jacuzzi tub is the best! And the bed was so comfortable, beautiful garden, excellent location can't say more positives things about this place! Can't wait for our next trip there! We will be staying again next time going to try out the penthouse! The pictures of it look amazing! read more

Absolutely loved this place. I needed ice and when I texted the host asking where the I've was, they had someone bring some out writing 10 min. It has a cute little backyard to hang out and have a drink at. The Victorian sole home feels very much like a home, as opposed to a conventional hotel. They had complimentary popcorn, tea and coffee. Would definitely stay here again next time I travel up to SB. read more

We have stayed at the De La Vina Inn twice now, and absolutely love it! It is our go-to place to stay in Santa Barbara. It has a great location (close to downtown & some great restaurants), and offers secure parking. We never hear any road noise and never hear any other occupants as well. Very friendly staff and reasonable prices make this place a gem! We will definitely stay here yet again! read more

Gorgeous house, generously stocked, accommodating management- and in a quiet but central location. Walking distance to restaurants & shopping. Couldn't have been a more perfect choice for our family gathering. read more

We stayed in De La Vina Inn for our class reunion. Host Selina was very helpful and communicative, she understood and accommodated all needs that we requested. The inn and each room was comfortable and tastefully decorated. The fireplaces used real wood and created great ambiance for an intimate or group gathering. We had a great time and will definitely come back to do it all again next year! read more

I recently visited Santa Barbara to visit my daughter at UCSB. I decided to find a place near famous State Street and found De La Vina Inn. I don't travel often and I have only stayed in an AirB&B a few times, so I was concerned how this would work. Well, everything worked out perfectly! The owner and management team made it easy with their instructions via email and text reminders. I stayed in two areas; the penthouse and the cottage. The penthouse was off-the-charts! There is a large living room, amazing bedroom opening to a roof-top deck (love it), a small kitchenette and a very spacious bathroom with a shower stall and tub. The Penthouse is super sexy/romantic...a great place for a couples retreat! The cottage (the one facing the backyard) was also very nice, but completely different. It has a view of the garden, small deck outside the room and a walk-in shower for two. Besides the Inn, the location is amazing! It's literally only a few blocks (3-5 minute walk) to the best part of State Street. Everything is there; restaurants, performing art theaters, shops, coffee houses, everything. Plus, you can take a long walk straight down State Street to the beach. Bottom-line, I really enjoyed my stay at De La Vina and highly recommend it... Doug G. from Redwood City, CA." read more

Charming Hotel and Inn with special rooms and very close to amazing shopping, spa, wine tasting and restaurants. Managers made extra efforts to make our girlfriend spa and wine tasting getaway comfortable and very memorable! We reserved 6 of the rooms and all ladies were very happy! We would definitely go back. Special thanks to hotel managers who greeted us and helped with recommendations and all needs, Lilly and ?. Also love that the hotel gives back to our community to help inner city schools!! read more

We LOVED our stay at De la Vina Inn. Amazing property. Beautiful gardens. Lovely room. Beach and Downtown. Everything we expected and more. This Inn is now our go to place in SB !!! read more