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Harbor View Inn vs Blue Sands Inn
Blue Sands Motel and Harbor View Inn are both praised by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Harbor View Inn is preferred by most reviewers compared to Blue Sands Motel. Harbor View Inn scores 70 with recommendations from 3 reviews including Forbes Travel Guide, Rough Guide and Gayot.
Harbor View Inn
Star Service
Rough Guide
Gayot
Forbes Travel Guide
U.S. News & World Report
28 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $285 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Star Service
"This place offers a backdrop of updated early-California design for all ages. The well-groomed grounds and hot, hot, hot tub are big benefits."
Full review
Rough Guide
"One of the more appealing luxury hotels around, offering on-site restaurant and bar, pool and jacuzzis and elegant rooms with patios or balconies."
Gayot
"In terms of proximity to Santa Barbara's most popular tourist destinations, it doesn't get more central than this."
Forbes Travel Guide
Recommended
"If you're looking for a taste of the best of old California, look no further than Harbor View Inn."
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U.S. News & World Report
5.0
"Recent guests said the Harbor View Inn's location is its main selling point."
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Blue Sands Inn
Lonely Planet
Rough Guide
Gayot
421 South Milpas Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
From $0 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Pool
- Free Parking
- Kitchenette
- Air Conditioning
Lonely Planet
"This tiny two-story motel may be a bit kitschy, but who cares when you’re just steps from East Beach? Ask the affable owners for an upgraded room."
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Rough Guide
"Looks like your average roadside motel at first, but this spot is actually the city’s best deal for accommodation."
Gayot
"This small motel with minimal landscaping is among the city's best options for budget travelers --- particularly families."
