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Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by HiltonvsHarbor View Inn
Both hotels are endorsed by expert writers. On balance, Harbor View Inn scores marginally better than Holiday Inn Express Santa Barbara. Harbor View Inn comes in at #16 in Santa Barbara with approval from 4 sources such as Gayot, Rough Guide and Star Service.
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Lonely Planet
Oyster
The Telegraph
17 W. Haley Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $104/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Fitness Center
- Multilingual
"Formerly the Hotel Virginia, this early-20th-century hotel has heaps of character, starting from the tile-filled lobby with a fountain." Full review
Mid-Range
"The mid-range Holiday Inn Express Santa Barbara occupies a prime downtown spot that’s been a hotel since 1916." Full review
7.0
"Consistent standards, a long list of services and facilities, plus the unique historic character of Santa Barbara at affordable rates make this Holiday Inn Express location a real budget find for work or play." Full review
Harbor View Inn
Star Service
Rough Guide
Gayot
Forbes Travel Guide
U.S. News & World Report
28 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $285/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
"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
"One of the more appealing luxury hotels around, offering on-site restaurant and bar, pool and jacuzzis and elegant rooms with patios or balconies."
"In terms of proximity to Santa Barbara's most popular tourist destinations, it doesn't get more central than this."
Recommended
"If you're looking for a taste of the best of old California, look no further than Harbor View Inn." Full review
5.0
"Recent guests said the Harbor View Inn's location is its main selling point." Full review