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Blue Iguana InnvsHilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Both hotels are rated highly by expert reviewers. On balance, The Fess Parker - A Doubletree by Hilton Resort ranks slightly higher than Blue Iguana Inn. The Fess Parker - A Doubletree by Hilton Resort scores 70 with accolades from 3 publications such as Fodor's, Frommer's and Gayot.
Blue Iguana Inn
Fodor's
Time Out
11794 North Ventura Avenue, Ojai, CA 93023
From $149/night
- Pet Friendly
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's "Artists run this Southwestern-style hotel, and their work (which is for sale) decorates the rooms." Full review
Time Out "Amenities include a pool, jacuzzi, complimentary continental breakfast and tastefully decorated (dog-friendly) suites with hardwood floors and high ceilings." Full review
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While enjoying your stay, don’t forget to visit “Iggy” the hotel’s namesake iguana mosaic tile fountain.
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Star Service
Gayot
U.S. News & World Report Fodor's
Frommer's
633 East Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
From $192/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Star Service "This is Santa Barbara's key midrange convention hotel and wedding center, a marble-clad operation with sprawling sparsely furnished public areas purpose built for large gatherings." Full review
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Note: Request a room near the lobby for convenience.
Gayot "A revamped oceanfront resort hotel that appeals to business travelers and tourists."
U.S. News & World Report6.0
"Walking distance of Santa Barbara's shops, restaurants and shoreline, but many guests feel that they never have to leave the premises...guest rooms spacious, equipped with amenities." Full review
Fodor's "The complex centers on a palm tree–lined plaza and includes the Spa del Mar, a spacious pool and hot tub, three tennis courts, three restaurants and a coffee shop." Full review
Frommer's "Set on 24 well-kept acres overlooking the Pacific, the property reflects Santa Barbara's signature Spanish/Mediterranean style with whitewashed stucco, red-tile roofs, airy courtyards." Full review
