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Lemon Tree Inn vs Kimpton Canary Hotel Santa Barbara

Both Lemon Tree Inn and Kimpton Canary Hotel are endorsed by professional reviewers. On balance, Kimpton Canary Hotel scores significantly better than Lemon Tree Inn. Kimpton Canary Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 86 with endorsements from 12 publications including Frommer's, Concierge and Gayot.

Lemon Tree Inn
Lemon Tree Inn
7 / 10
2819 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
From $150 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
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Gayot Gayot
"Embracing its mid-century origins, this quirky hotel’s recent face-lift did nothing to detract from its original lines."
Oyster Oyster
Mid-Range
"Built in 1960, the 96-room Lemon Tree Inn is a mid-range motel-style property with a retro vibe and some modern updates." Full review
Kimpton Canary Hotel Santa Barbara
Kimpton Canary Hotel Santa Barbara
8 / 10
31 West Carrillo, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $249 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
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Concierge Concierge
"The secret weapon here is the location, a user-friendly spot just blocks from the beach and steps from the town's main drag, State Street."
Frommer's Frommer's
"Formerly the Andalucia, the Canary Hotel's combination of Moroccan flair and Spanish culture fits in perfectly with downtown Santa Barbara's casual elegance." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"The Canary has been a notable luxury property in Santa Barbara for a number of years, and its purchase by the boutique Kimpton Hotel brand in early 2012 has only increased its appeal." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"On a busy block downtown, this multistory sleek hotel has a rooftop pool and sunset-watching perch for cocktails." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"The former Andalucia (so called under previous ownership) has 97 rooms that have been dressed up under the aegis of L.A. design virtuoso Michael Smith, who brings an Alhambra-meets-Pacific look." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"Nestled in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara, this boutique hotel charms its visitors with thoughtful amenities and gorgeous city views." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Planted one block north of State Street and 2 miles east of the beach and pier, this canary sings a sweet song indeed." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"Echoing Santa Barbara's distinctive Spanish Colonial architectural style, Canary Hotel officially reopened its doors in downtown Santa Barbara in January of 2008." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"The only full-service hotel in the heart of downtown, this Kimpton property blends a casual, beach-getaway feel with urban sophistication." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Contemporary California charm in a Spanish Colonial shell in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara." Full review
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