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Franciscan Inn & SuitesvsBest Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Both hotels are praised by professionals. On balance, Franciscan Inn & Suites ranks marginally better than Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn. Franciscan Inn & Suites is ranked #24 in Santa Barbara with approval from 4 sources like Gayot, Frommer's and Lonely Planet.
Franciscan Inn & Suites
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Gayot
Fodor's
109 Bath Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $95/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Pool
"The Franciscan is situated in a quiet neighborhood just a block from the beach, near Stearns Wharf." Full review
"Settle into the relaxing, French-country charms of this two-story motel about one block from the beach." Full review
"A Spanish-Mediterranean facade and willowy palm trees belie no-frills accommodations at this 53-room property."
"The friendly staff and the range of cheery, spacious country-theme rooms, from singles to mini- and family suites, at this Spanish-Mediterranean motel make this a good choice for families."
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Star Service
Rough Guide
Gayot
U.S. News & World Report
3850 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
From $101/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
"This old place stays in the running thanks to car-friendly access, free parking, multiple pools and an unpretentious, conscientious staff; consistently discounted rack rates help, too. " Full review
"Three miles from the city centre, a comfortable inn that offers slightly better rates than most accommodation of the same type along the beach, with two pools, a sauna, hot tubs and a gym."
"Like many of the hotels on Upper State Street, this one offers a generic taste of Santa Barbara."
"The Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn is a resort-style hotel in Santa Barbara, California, with 150 guest rooms and suites situated on 5 acres of gardens." Full review