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Mar Monte - Unbound Collection By Hyatt vs Franciscan Inn & Suites

Hyatt Centric Santa Barbara and Franciscan Inn & Suites are both endorsed by travel writers. On balance, Hyatt Centric Santa Barbara is preferred by most writers compared to Franciscan Inn & Suites. Hyatt Centric Santa Barbara comes in at #10 in Santa Barbara with endorsements from 6 reviewers including The Telegraph, Fodor's and Star Service.

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
Franciscan Inn & Suites
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."