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Inn At East Beach vs Hotel Californian

Both properties are rated very highly by travel writers. On balance, Hotel Californian ranks slightly higher than Inn At East Beach. Hotel Californian ranks #14 in Santa Barbara with recommendations from 4 publications like Fodor's, Condé Nast Traveler and Forbes Travel Guide.

Inn At East Beach
Inn At East Beach
7 / 10
1029 Orilla Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
From $108 /night
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundy Room
  • Pool
  • Free Parking
  • Multilingual
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Has a motel-like appearance but clean, modern rooms with free wi-fi, microwaves and fridges and some suites with kitchens, built around a kidneyshaped pool."
Gayot Gayot
"Celebrated for character and value, The Inn at East Beach has earned a devoted following of return guests."
Oyster Oyster
Budget
"Modern, clean, and well-maintained. Some of the beach-y, attractive rooms at this budget-friendly property... have full-size kitchens." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Classic roadside motel reborn as an econo-luxe sleep with a small pool, just one block from Santa Barbara’s best beach." Full review
Hotel Californian
Hotel Californian
7 / 10
36 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101-3528
From $433 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"The hotel is perfectly positioned to help you discover the area, thanks in no small part to the switched-on team who can be relied upon for their on-point recommendations." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"The complex includes various rooms and suites...a rooftop pool deck with panoramic views, a Moroccan-themed spa, two restaurants. meeting rooms, ballrooms, and boutiques." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Spread across three buildings, the spacious rooms come in four color schemes (orange, green, yellow and purple) and most have balconies along with attractive design features." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"Occupying three prime blocks of Santa Barbara real estate just a stone’s throw from the beach, the refreshed Hotel Californian has been more than two decades in the making." Full review
U.S. News & World Report U.S. News & World Report
3.0
"According to recent visitors, a stay at the Hotel Californian is worth the high room rates, the $35 daily resort fee and the $39 valet parking fee. Adjacent to the Santa Barbara,..." Full review