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Sunset MotelvsEl Capitan Canyon
Both Sunset Motel and El Capitan Canyon are highly recommended by professionals. Overall, El Capitan Canyon scores slightly better than Sunset Motel. El Capitan Canyon is ranked #19 in Santa Barbara with endorsements from 5 reviews including Travel + Leisure, Lonely Planet and Oyster.
Sunset Motel
Oyster
3504 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
From $89/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Concierge
- Free Parking
- Air Conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
OysterBudget
"The two-pearl Sunset Motel offers comfortable accommodations within a short drive of downtown Santa Barbara." Full review
El Capitan Canyon
Travel + Leisure
Gayot Oyster
goop
Lonely Planet
11560 Calle Real, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
From $0/night
- Restaurant
- Pool
- Family Friendly
- Free Parking
- Kitchenette
- Meeting Rooms
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 "Near the beautiful beaches north of Santa Barbara, families cram into this luxury campground to enjoy the semi-rustic life."
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 "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 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
