Franciscan Inn & SuitesvsCheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
Franciscan Inn & Suites and Cheshire Cat Inn are both rated highly by those who travel for a living. Overall, Cheshire Cat Inn is preferred by most professionals compared to Franciscan Inn & Suites. Cheshire Cat Inn comes in at #13 in Santa Barbara with accolades from 5 sources like Rough Guide, Gayot and Oyster.
Franciscan Inn & Suites
109 Bath Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $95/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Pool
Frommer's
"The Franciscan is situated in a quiet neighborhood just a block from the beach, near Stearns Wharf." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Settle into the relaxing, French-country charms of this two-story motel about one block from the beach." Full review
Gayot
"A Spanish-Mediterranean facade and willowy palm trees belie no-frills accommodations at this 53-room property."
Fodor's
"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."
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
36 W. Valerio St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $225/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Concierge
- Free Parking
- Kitchenette
Rough Guide
"Loaded with precious Victorian decor, this B&B has twelve rooms, two cottages and a coach house, and features a hot tub, bikes for guests’ use and an Alice in Wonderland theme."
Gayot
"On a tree-lined residential street, these twin Queen Anne Victorians are shaded by tall palm trees and enclosed by a white picket fence."
Oyster
Mid-Range
"This elegant inn is named for the owner’s home county in England and is lightly themed around the Cheshire Cat from Lewis Carroll’s "Alice in Wonderland." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Enjoy old-fashioned, gracious hospitality at this cosy bed and breakfast, a secluded wonderland in the heart of Santa Barbara." Full review
Frommer's
"Décor fits the Victorian style, with floral wallpaper, antiques, and hardwood floors. A touch of romantic kitsch: Some rooms and suites include a hot tub in the bedroom. Breakfast is included" Full review