Hotel Milo Santa BarbaravsThe Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Both hotels are highly recommended by experts. Overall, Hotel Milo Santa Barbara scores significantly higher than Kimpton Goodland. Hotel Milo Santa Barbara scores 81 with positive reviews from 9 publications including Frommer's, Lonely Planet and Jetsetter.
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
202 W. Cabrillo Blvd., Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $152/night
- Pet Friendly
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Concierge
"This beachfront hotel may only be a motel makeover, but it's a good one, with perky, beachy decor by model-turned-furnishings-maven Kathy Ireland."
Frommer's
"If you're going to vacation in Santa Barbara, you might as well stay in style and on the beach -- ergo, at the Hotel Oceana, a "beach chic" hotel with an oceanfront setting and an L.A. makeover." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"Located directly across the street from the ocean, Hotel Oceana Santa Barbara is a cute beachside property ideally located minutes from downtown." Full review
Lonely Planet
"The Oceana is being entirely restyled and updated from 1950s kitsch to new-millennium chic, with aggressive color schemes, crisp cotton sheets, down comforters and aromatherapy bath products."
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Ask for a restyled room.
Time Out
"Across the street from the beach and a short walking distance from downtown Santa Barbara’s restaurant and bar scene, Hotel Oceana’s location cannot be beat." Full review
Michelin Guide
"Beach-house chic best describes the decor of guest rooms that wrap around garden courts at this beachside boutique hotel."
Gayot
"Just across the street from the beach and adjacent to the popular shopping and dining of Old Town, the location of this hotel can't be beat."
Star Service
"Located on 2 acres, between the more modest, commercial West Beach Inn and the stylish Harbor View hotel, this property shows substantive contemporary style and water vistas." Full review
Jetsetter
"Oceanfront digs with two pools and locally-sourced breakfast, steps from Santa Barbara's shops and beaches." Full review
U.S. News & World Report
14.0
"Situated a block from the beach and within walking distance of Stearns Wharf, the Hotel Milo Santa Barbara offers guests a cozy stay with ocean views." Full review
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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 Telegraph
8.0
"Let the good times roll as Kimpton puts its own spin on coastal surf staying." Full review
U.S. News & World Report
17.0
"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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