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West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel vs Hotel Californian

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel and Hotel Californian are both endorsed by expert writers. Overall, Hotel Californian ranks marginally higher than West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel. Hotel Californian comes in at 77 with approval from 4 publications including Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide and Lonely Planet.

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
7 / 10
306 West Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $134 /night
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Palm trees, blooming flowers, and perfectly manicured lawns. Life is good at this lush 46-room motel across the street from the harbor."
Star Service Star Service
"Located across a busy boulevard from the marina, within walking distance to the pier, dining and entertainment, this hotel is one of only a handful of chains on the beach." Full review
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Among these, request 201 to 205, which offer filtered glimpses of the marina.
Gayot Gayot
"A beachfront setting is the main attraction at this 46-room hotel."
Oyster Oyster
Mid-Range
"The three-pearl West Beach Inn is about as close as you can get to the harbor and the beach in Santa Barbara, and rates here are at a premium as a result." Full review
U.S. News & World Report U.S. News & World Report
"Situated directly across the street from the Santa Barbara beaches, the West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel is also within walking distance of downtown, where you'll find numerous shops and restaurants." 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