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Franciscan Inn & SuitesvsHarbor View Inn

Both hotels are recommended by professional reviewers. Overall, Harbor View Inn is the choice of most reviewers compared to Franciscan Inn & Suites. Harbor View Inn has a TripExpert Score of 76 with recommendations from 4 reviewers including Gayot, Forbes Travel Guide and Rough Guide.

Franciscan Inn & Suites
7/10
109 Bath Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $95/night
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
  • Pool
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Frommer's Frommer's
"The Franciscan is situated in a quiet neighborhood just a block from the beach, near Stearns Wharf." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Settle into the relaxing, French-country charms of this two-story motel about one block from the beach." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"A Spanish-Mediterranean facade and willowy palm trees belie no-frills accommodations at this 53-room property."
Fodor's 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."
Harbor View Inn
7/10
28 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $285/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Star Service 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 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 Gayot
"In terms of proximity to Santa Barbara'€™s most popular tourist destinations, it doesn't get more central than this."
Forbes Travel Guide Forbes Travel Guide
Recommended
"If you're looking for a taste of the best of old California, look no further than Harbor View Inn." Full review
U.S. News & World Report U.S. News & World Report
5.0
"Recent guests said the Harbor View Inn's location is its main selling point." Full review

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