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Mar Monte - Unbound Collection By Hyatt vs El Capitan Canyon

Both hotels are rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Hyatt Centric Santa Barbara scores slightly better than El Capitan Canyon. Hyatt Centric Santa Barbara is ranked #10 in Santa Barbara with recommendations from 6 reviewers including Oyster, Jetsetter and Gayot.

Mar Monte - Unbound Collection By Hyatt
Mar Monte - Unbound Collection By Hyatt
7 / 10
1111 East Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
From $189 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
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Gayot Gayot
"Built in 1931, this 171-room hotel is located among the willowy palms of Cabrillo Boulevard directly across from East Beach."
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"The Spanish colonial–style Hyatt Santa Barbara is a great getaway for couples or families looking to soak in the Central Coast’s laid-back luxe lifestyle." Full review
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Be sure to seek out the historic section of the hotel, where Spanish tiles glisten and photos of the hotel from yesteryear offer a glimpse into the way it was.
Star Service Star Service
"This veteran hotel has a much softer look and resortier edge than in the past. Individuals and small groups are this hotel's focus." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"Everything you would expect from Hyatt hospitality: comfy accommodations, every imaginable amenity, a professional and attentive staff, and affordability, is yours to enjoy." Full review
U.S. News & World Report U.S. News & World Report
16.0
"According to recent guests, this Hyatt's location can't be beat. The hotel is situated on Cabrillo Boulevard, just a short stroll from Santa Barbara's popular East Beach. Prefer to lounge..." Full review
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No matter which accommodation style you choose, your room will be outfitted with a Hyatt Grand Bed, a Keurig coffee maker, an iHome radio and free Wi-Fi, among other amenities.
Fodor's Fodor's
"A complex of five buildings on 3 landscaped acres across from East Beach, the historic Mar Monte...all rooms and baths have down comforters, flat-screen high-definition TVs" Full review
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