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El Capitan Canyon vs Riviera Beach House

Both El Capitan Canyon and Hotel Indigo Santa Barbara are highly recommended by professional travelers. On balance, El Capitan Canyon ranks slightly better than Hotel Indigo Santa Barbara. El Capitan Canyon comes in at 75 with praise from 5 sources such as Travel + Leisure, Lonely Planet and Gayot.

El Capitan Canyon
El Capitan Canyon
7 / 10
11560 Calle Real, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
From $0 /night
  • Restaurant
  • Pool
  • Family Friendly
  • Free Parking
  • Kitchenette
  • Meeting Rooms
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Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"These comfortable cedar cabins—outfitted with Wi-Fi and other 21st-century amenities—are near El Capitan State Beach, a 17-mile drive from Santa Barbara." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"Near the beautiful beaches north of Santa Barbara, families cram into this luxury campground to enjoy the semi-rustic life."
Oyster Oyster
Mid-Range
"With enough modern conveniences to satisfy travelers who would rather just semi-rough it. Guests stay in cabins, tents, or yurts; only cabins have en-suite bathrooms." Full review
goop goop
"Made up of cabins and tents... El Capitan offers a rustic but luxurious way to experience the El Capitan Canyon and beach near Santa Barbara." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"About 20 miles west of Santa Barbara, off Hwy 101 opposite El Capitán State Beach, this ‘glamping’ resort is for anyone who loves camping, but hates to wake up with dirt under their nails." Full review
Riviera Beach House
Riviera Beach House
7 / 10
121 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $110 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness Center
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Gayot Gayot
"This Hotel Indigo outpost offers services beyond those of your typical boutique hotel with a level of artistry many chain accommodations fail to deliver."
Fodor's Fodor's
"The closest hotel to the train station, artsy Hotel Indigo (opened in 2012) is a great choice for travelers who appreciate contemporary art." Full review
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If you are a light sleeper, ask for a room on the beach rather than the train side of the hotel.
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"A stay at Hotel Indigo Santa Barbara places you in the heart of Santa Barbara, steps from Reagan Ranch Center and close to Santa Barbara Museum of Art." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Peruse local-interest and art-history books in the library nook, or retreat to your room and wrap yourself up in a plush bathrobe." Full review