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Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by HiltonvsThe Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Both hotels are endorsed by professionals. Overall, Holiday Inn Express Santa Barbara ranks marginally better than Kimpton Goodland. Holiday Inn Express Santa Barbara comes in at #23 in Santa Barbara with approval from 3 sources such as The Telegraph, Oyster and Lonely Planet.
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
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Fodor's
Jetsetter The Telegraph
U.S. News & World Report
Condé Nast Traveler
5650 Calle Real, Goleta, CA 93117
From $136/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Pool
Fodor's "A vintage Woody car, a silver Airstream trailer, and a digital photo booth are among the elements that bring 1960s California surf culture to life at this Kimpton hotel in Goleta." Full review
Jetsetter "Post-modern hacienda serving up surfer chic and So Cal’s greatest hits." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Let the good times roll as Kimpton puts its own spin on coastal surf staying." Full review
U.S. News & World Report17.0
"If you're looking for a hotel that embodies the laid-back SoCal spirit, The Kimpton Goodland is for you. Situated in Goleta, California, about 9 miles west of Santa Barbara, the hotel..." Full review
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A tip from past guests: ask for an inward facing room to avoid the commotion.
Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Award
"A Kimpton Hotel. Just north of Santa Barbara.
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