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Simpson House InnvsRiviera Beach House

Both hotels are rated very highly by professional travelers. On balance, Simpson House Inn ranks significantly better than Hotel Indigo Santa Barbara. Simpson House Inn scores 86 with positive reviews from 9 reviewers including Frommer's, Gayot and Star Service.

Simpson House Inn
8/10
121 East Arrellaga Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $290/night
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Free Parking
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Concierge Concierge
"While the Simpson is pretty grand, with French antique armoires, wood-burning fireplaces, and an acre of flowering gardens, it still feels like a home."
Frommer's Frommer's
"Fact is, the Simpson House goes the distance -- and then some -- to create the perfect stay." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"The quaint and upscale Simpson House Inn resides in a quiet residential area in an old Victorian home, originally built in 1872." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"This is indeed Santa Barbara's best bed-and-breakfast." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"This beautifully restored Victorian dates back to 1874 and is known as one of America's best B&Bs."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Whether you book an elegant suite .... or a sweet cottage with a wood-burning fireplace, you'll be pampered at this Victorian-era estate ensconced by English gardens." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"If you're a fan of traditional B&Bs, this property, with its beautifully appointed Victorian main house and acre of lush gardens, is for you." Full review
Hideaway Report Hideaway Report
91.0
"This utterly charming bed-and-breakfast is just a short stroll from Santa Barbara’s many shops and restaurants." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
9.0
"The inn is boutique in size, but lavish in luxury accommodations and amenities." Full review
Riviera Beach House
7/10
121 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $110/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness Center
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Gayot Gayot
"This Hotel Indigo outpost offers services beyond those of your typical boutique hotel with a level of artistry many chain accommodations fail to deliver."
Fodor's Fodor's
"The closest hotel to the train station, artsy Hotel Indigo (opened in 2012) is a great choice for travelers who appreciate contemporary art." Full review
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If you are a light sleeper, ask for a room on the beach rather than the train side of the hotel.
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"A stay at Hotel Indigo Santa Barbara places you in the heart of Santa Barbara, steps from Reagan Ranch Center and close to Santa Barbara Museum of Art." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Peruse local-interest and art-history books in the library nook, or retreat to your room and wrap yourself up in a plush bathrobe." Full review

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