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Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by HiltonvsThe Waterman
Both hotels are rated highly by travel writers. On balance, The Wayfarer ranks marginally better than Holiday Inn Express Santa Barbara. The Wayfarer is ranked #22 in Santa Barbara with endorsements from 5 reviewers like Condé Nast Traveler, Gayot 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
The Waterman
Gayot
Condé Nast Traveler
Fodor's
Afar Magazine The Telegraph
12 East Montecito Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $169/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Pool
Gayot "Guests can choose from 31 modern private and shared accommodations with full en-suite bathrooms. All enjoy access to a community kitchen and heated outdoor pool." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "The Wayfarer has both shared and pri- vate rooms—along with free Wi-Fi, a Spanish colonial–style communal kitchen, and a heated pool." Full review
Fodor's "Rates include breakfast, use of the community kitchen, and access to the outdoor heated pool and a sunny deck with reclining lounge chairs." Full review
Afar Magazine "Part hostel and part hotel, The Wayfarer is a sweet spot for those who want a playful, not-too-fussy place to rest their heads after a long day of traveling." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Definitely in a category of its own." Full review
