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Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by HiltonvsKimpton Canary Hotel Santa Barbara
Both hotels are rated very highly by professional reviewers. On balance, Kimpton Canary Hotel scores significantly higher than Holiday Inn Express Santa Barbara. Kimpton Canary Hotel comes in at 86 with endorsements from 12 reviews like Jetsetter, Time Out and Gayot.
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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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
Kimpton Canary Hotel Santa Barbara
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31 West Carrillo, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $249/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Concierge "The secret weapon here is the location, a user-friendly spot just blocks from the beach and steps from the town's main drag, State Street."
Frommer's "Formerly the Andalucia, the Canary Hotel's combination of Moroccan flair and Spanish culture fits in perfectly with downtown Santa Barbara's casual elegance." Full review
Oyster Upscale
"The Canary has been a notable luxury property in Santa Barbara for a number of years, and its purchase by the boutique Kimpton Hotel brand in early 2012 has only increased its appeal." Full review
Lonely Planet "On a busy block downtown, this multistory sleek hotel has a rooftop pool and sunset-watching perch for cocktails." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The former Andalucia (so called under previous ownership) has 97 rooms that have been dressed up under the aegis of L.A. design virtuoso Michael Smith, who brings an Alhambra-meets-Pacific look." Full review
Time Out "Nestled in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara, this boutique hotel charms its visitors with thoughtful amenities and gorgeous city views." Full review
Star Service "Planted one block north of State Street and 2 miles east of the beach and pier, this canary sings a sweet song indeed." Full review
Gayot "Echoing Santa Barbara's distinctive Spanish Colonial architectural style, Canary Hotel officially reopened its doors in downtown Santa Barbara in January of 2008." Full review
Fodor's "The only full-service hotel in the heart of downtown, this Kimpton property blends a casual, beach-getaway feel with urban sophistication." Full review
Jetsetter "Contemporary California charm in a Spanish Colonial shell in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara." Full review
