Every room has an unique beautiful decoration and the staff is attentive and friendly…read more Additionally, their breakfast is super tasty, and they serve wine and cookies everyday. From now on, this is the only place I will stay in Santa Barbara!!

Cozy room, friendly and welcoming staff, and yummy breakfast made for a lovely visit! And an…read moreevening glass of wine on the sunny front porch after a long drive was so relaxing. I will be back!

I recently stayed two nights at the Cheshire Cat Inn for a weekend getaway, and I can confidently…read moresay I'll be staying here again on future trips to Santa Barbara. This was my first experience at a bed and breakfast, so I wasn't quite sure what to expect, but I was genuinely blown away. The service, cleanliness, hospitality, and overall attention to detail exceeded every expectation. The rooms were charming, comfortable, and uniquely decorated, while the property itself is beautiful and impeccably maintained. The staff was incredibly friendly, responsive, and always easy to reach by phone or text. The breakfast deserves special recognition. Every meal was homemade, absolutely delicious, and honestly worthy of an award. It was one of the highlights of our stay. The inn also features a gorgeous garden and outdoor space that creates a peaceful, secluded atmosphere while still being conveniently located. State Street's shops and restaurants are within walking distance, and the beach is just a short drive away. As someone who typically prefers staying in upscale hotels, I was initially skeptical, but my girlfriend chose the Cheshire Cat Inn and I'm so glad she did. It offered a much more personal, intimate, and memorable experience than a traditional hotel. Highly recommend to anyone visiting Santa Barbara!

This was a very nice Bed and Breakfast if you are visiting Santa Barbara on a trip. It offers…read moreparking and even a stall for charging ypur electric vehicle. They have a beautiful garden outback to enjoy your Breakfast in the morning. They offer coffee, tea and water throughout the day. The breakfast in the morning included freash fruit with granola and drizzled honey. It was amazing. The staff went above and beyond to provide a beautiful experience. The house is located walking distance from downtown Santa Barbara. The room we were in was a little outdated and could use a little deep cleaning and maintenance on some fixtures. Overall it was a great place.

Stayed here at The Eagle Inn for a quick weekend trip to Santa Barbara. I loved our stay and didn't…read morewant to leave! Cleanliness - 5/5. As soon as we entered the room we could tell it had been throughly cleaned. The floors we had were tile or wood and my partner and I appreciated the care that went into prepping the room for us! Staff - 5/5. The staff was super helpful and kind and helped us with recommendations of the nice beaches nearby. Vibe - 100/10. I thought the room was super cute and cozy! It had everything we needed including shower caps and makeup wipes which I thought was a nice touch. There was also complimentary coffee and delicious homemade cookies! There was also complimentary breakfast that was delivered to our room. The only downside that I found was our room was underneath the staircase and could get noisy when trying to sleep in. However I just turned on the TV and was able to sleep through it. Overall I would 1000% come again to The Eagle Inn and stay here whenever I am in Santa Barbara :)

Rooms The layout in room selection is wonderful. I did what…read morewas considered the budget room and it was still cozy. Felt safe and felt comfortable. Location I just learned about this inn and it is a hidden gym for sure. You can't beat the location proximity to downtown/State Street. Food Breakfast came with our room and it was perfect not too much food not too little Overall I would 100% choose to stay here again. I usually stay in Summerlin however I really like this place.

A lovely little boutique hotel close to the water and lots of food and drink options…read more The service here was terrific, they absolutely pass the "would I stay here again" test 100%. My room was a little small but I was traveling alone and not doing much work in the room. Everything was spotlessly clean and well maintained. It was a little tight for my evening yoga (had to move a chair and still be mindful of my space as I was tapping the door and a wall with my big wingspan) but no big deal. I sat outside and read later in the evening after I returned from a long stroll for dinner, drinks and some exploration of the area to the south called the "funk zone" which has some great local businesses - well worth the time to do an evening beer crawl or something through there.

We stayed at the Harbor House Inn for our 50th anniversary and it was just an amazing place that we…read morewill return to soon. In the office they always have a snack tray for people staying at the hotel. Bananas, tangerines, cookies, crunch bars, etc. Rather than have a second home as some of our friends do, the Harbor House Inn is our go-to place. The staff are wonderful to know. We will return again soon for a quiet, relaxing stay. We loved the kitchen area in our room and the owner puts a fresh orchid on the dining table. The outdoor patio is a great place just to sit and read a book. Could not ask for a better place to stay at in Santa Barbara.

Absolutely love Kimpton properties. My friend and I stayed 4 nights, 5 days. Check-in was easy,…read morevery friendly staff (Kimberly was GREAT). The valet was fast and efficient. We were upgraded to a suite which was wonderful. The room location was very quite, no noise issues. Plenty of room in the living room, bathroom and bedroom, a lot of charm. The rooms seem very clean and well equipped with a mini refrigerator Nespresso machine and robes. The only item missing oddly in the rooms are hotel luggage racks. We went up to the roof to see the pool, looked nice, it was empty due to the cooler weather temps in Santa Barbara during our stay. We did enjoy the "Wine Happy Hour" and the complementary Coffee station in the morning. There are ice machines on every floor and on the ice machine you can also get filter water for your water bottles. To note: it is a dog loving paradise at the hotel, dogs everywhere, big dogs little dogs, I love dogs so I had fun watching all of them. OK, so our only 2 criticisms are is the fee for parking per day $55... crazy! The second criticism is why can't the hotel spare space for a small gym? The hotel is affiliated with a Free 24 hour gym, "Key 2 Gym" which worked out great, BUT it's a 16 minute walk... a 1.07miles. Might not seem much, but I work out daily at 5:00AM to get it out of the way. Walking on State Street at 4:45 AM in the dark, when the only people on the street are the aggressive homeless does not make me feel safe at all. Other than those 2 items, we loved our stay!

I really love Kimpton properties. I almost always have a great experience at them and if there is…read moreone available where I need to stay I book it without hesitation. Kimpton hotels are very pet friendly and that always gets extra stars from me. They don't charge any pet fee or have size restrictions and if you ask them, they will provide food and water bowls for your stay. As someone who always travels with her dog, that adds a lot of value for me. This location even told me that, while I couldn't bring the dog to the restaurant on site, I could bring her to the nightly wine reception. I did not ever end up attending one but it's the thought that counts. The location was great. It was about a 15-minute walk to beach and we did walk to Stearns Wharf multiple times during our stay. It typically took us about 10 minutes to walk to one of the many restaurants in the area that we had decided to go to each time. There are lots of coffee shops, wine bars and places to eat within walking distance so we ended up leaving our car parked for most of our stay. I believe the valet parking was an additional $50 or $60 a night but you do get in and out privileges. We just found that we didn't need the car much to get around on our visit and in the time it takes to have somebody pull it out for you, you could have already walked halfway to your destination. The amenities are nice. They have a rooftop pool, fitness center and then their complimentary coffee, etc. I did not end up taking advantage of any of those because I travel with my dog, so I can't speak directly to the quality of any of them, but I know most people appreciate having extras like that. Our room was cute and comfortable and felt very cozy. It was honestly probably smaller than I expected for the price point, but it had everything that we needed and I was happy with my stay. If you need a pet friendly, walkable place to stay, and you aren't on a super tight budget, I would definitely recommend looking into this hotel.

Beautiful charming renovated room, comfortable beds, and good service. The grounds of this 2 level…read moreboutique hotel are beautiful. However, the small bathroom and awkward configuration is not for the claustrophobic. When you open the door, the shower stall is right behind you. The shower has L'Occitane products but I didn't like any. We saw some guests with dogs, large dogs, lol but our room was quiet. Great location, across the street from beach with Santa Barbara's signature powdery soft sand and a quick walk to Stearn's Wharf. The Milo is family friendly, offering s'mores making in the evening at the lovely outdoor fireplace. Kudos to them for accommodating guests in wheelchairs who want to enjoy the pools. It would be helpful to have clear signage for the hotel entrance. We learned to look for lights under the ivy-lined porte-cochere at night. Waze will guide you to the back entrance to the parking lot. Street parking is impossible in the area so be prepared to pay daily parking. When we were there in January the fitness room and one sauna were out of service. Was told can get one day pass for a gym 10-15 mins away by foot. Not very convenient as I like to work out on vacation. Like this trip I would only consider staying here again for a special getaway and if I want easy access to the beach. Charm, comfort, service and view from room - 4.5 stars Tight spaces in our double queen room and missing amenities - 3 stars

LOVED the rooms here, they're all suites with living and sleeping areas. I especially liked the…read moreking rooms as it had a large sectional in the step down living area. Great location in a quiet neighborhood but you can easily walk to restaurants and bars. Rooftop pool was nice and got plenty of sun.

We actually really loved our stay. The location is phenomenal right across from the beach, the…read morewharf and downtown. The rooms are clean, I love having a kitchen , the little terrace was so suiting and such a great place to paint. The staff is really nice , looking forward to coming back in November.

My husband and I stayed here for 5 days over Memorial Day weekend. Location was great. We went…read morethrough VRBO and were very disappointed at the end of our stay when we were charged an additional $200 in property fees, taxes and an admin fee. VRBO had already charged us fees and taxes, and stated our additional fees would be $78, not $200. Several phone calls later VRBO was never able to reach anyone at Tide Pool Villas about the additional fees and the one person who took my call just said "oh well" and did not have a clear answer. I won't ever stay at the property again and would not recommend it. Besides the additional fees, I had to request more toilet paper and towels since there is not regular housekeeping.

Me, my partner, and our pup Enzo had the best time at Hotel Ynez. We booked it to celebrate our…read moreanniversary and left feeling so relaxed and happy. We stayed in the Garden Suite, which was a corner room with its own private outdoor space -- a soaking tub, dining patio, and fire pit. Unfortunately, the fire pit didn't work during our stay, but there are plenty of communal fire pits sprinkled throughout the beautiful central courtyard, so it wasn't a big loss. This renovated motel‑style hotel is a hidden gem, and I'm so grateful we found it. They are extremely dog‑friendly. There's a lovely grassy field with doggy bags and a trash can right outside the room, plus tons of seating areas, bocce ball, a pool with great lounge chairs, and a little shop with cute items like books, wine, home goods, and more. The lobby opens into a charming living‑room‑style space and a cozy coffee/tea room that feels like being in someone's beautifully curated home. You can really see the attention to detail -- the art, the books, the sculptures, everything feels intentional. One thing I have to highlight is the incredible oak tree that creates the most magical shade canopy during the day and a dreamy "roof" under the night sky. It's stunning and made me so happy every time I walked by. The grounds are peaceful and perfect for relaxing. I appreciated that the pool area is 18+ -- such a nice touch for a couples' getaway. It would be lovely to have a bar or restaurant on‑site, especially for the pool area, but it wasn't a problem. We grabbed what we needed from the market next door. They made our anniversary feel special, and the room itself was quiet with a very comfortable bed. The local small‑business toiletries (lotion, hand wash, shampoo, conditioner) added a luxurious touch. The AC worked well but was extremely loud when it kicked on, so keep that in mind if you're a light sleeper -- we didn't need it much thanks to the perfect weather. I also loved the great music playing throughout the property and the sweet front porches with hammocks. The perfect getaway for couples -- we'd absolutely return.

I was astonished by how beautiful the grounds are here. And the hotel is very well-run, with rooms…read morethat are pleasant, stylish and nicely maintained. The real show stoppers are the public spaces, inside and out. The more you look, the more you see....it's a real gem. Fun facts: The back of the property fronts on a residential street. There, the hotel looks like a single-family ranch home. Super cool. And the property is flanked on either side by two very small and tidy churches. In other words, the Hotel Ynez is a random mix of ingredients that come together to create something unique and special. All in all, the bang for the buck is quite good and I would definitely stay here again. For me, the following are NOT deal breakers, but good to know ahead of time: The staff is hands-off but always available. Personally, I prefer it this way. But this is not high-touch hospitality. This place is very close to lots of great restaurants and attractions that are NOT walkable. This is a true roadside motel (albeit a very high-end-one). We were here midweek and it was super quiet and peaceful. But I can easily see this place being overrun by a block of wedding guests or worse yet, a bachelorette group, and becoming an entirely different scene. We slept great, but you will hear cars whizzing by on the road. I consider this a normal part of the motel experience, but for people who don't want it, it's there. It's not loud to me, but it does create constant white noise. It's almost like staying at the ocean. Getting a room further away from the street helps. Perhaps this is related to above. Music is played over an outdoor sound system. The music was fine, and it's not loud, but it was definitely there. Pet peeve: I don't need to hear anyone's canned setlist before noon. My life does not need your soundtrack. And I'd turn down the volume a notch or two. There are no freebies here except complementary (bad) brewed coffee and tea in the morning. No free bottled water or welcome snacks. It's not a big deal, but I don't think two free half liters of Arrowhead is too much to expect. The (complementary!) toiletries are green but not at all luxurious. Kinda meh.