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Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by HiltonvsMar Monte - Unbound Collection By Hyatt
Both hotels are endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Hyatt Centric Santa Barbara ranks slightly higher than Holiday Inn Express Santa Barbara. Hyatt Centric Santa Barbara comes in at 79 with positive reviews from 6 sources such as Gayot, Oyster and Fodor's.
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
Lonely Planet "Formerly the Hotel Virginia, this early-20th-century hotel has heaps of character, starting from the tile-filled lobby with a fountain." Full review
OysterMid-Range
"The mid-range Holiday Inn Express Santa Barbara occupies a prime downtown spot that’s been a hotel since 1916." Full review
The Telegraph7.0
"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
Mar Monte - Unbound Collection By Hyatt
Gayot
Jetsetter
Star Service The Telegraph
U.S. News & World Report
Fodor's
1111 East Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
From $189/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Gayot "Built in 1931, this 171-room hotel is located among the willowy palms of Cabrillo Boulevard directly across from East Beach."
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
i
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 "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 Telegraph8.0
"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 Report16.0
"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
i
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 "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
