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Palihouse Santa Barbara vs Kimpton Canary Hotel Santa Barbara
Both hotels are rated highly by writers. On balance, Kimpton Canary Hotel ranks slightly higher than Spanish Garden Inn. Kimpton Canary Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 86 with praise from 12 publications such as Travel + Leisure, Star Service and The Telegraph.
Palihouse Santa Barbara
Concierge
Oyster
Travel + Leisure
Star Service
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915 Garden Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $309 /night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Pool
"Hidden in a quiet residential neighborhood three blocks from State Street, this white adobe boutique hotel with a red-tile roof has a plain exterior that doesn't quite prepare you for what's inside."
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"The 23-room Inn of the Spanish Garden isn't the most luxurious hotel in Santa Barbara, but it's certainly one of the most charming boutique options."
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"This Spanish-style inn, located in the Presidio District, is only three blocks from Santa Barbara’s main drag, State Street."
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"A mile north of Stearns Wharf, three blocks east of State Street, and a 15-minute stroll to the promenade, this is a smaller, cozier version of Brisas Del Mar, with more sophisticated accommodations."
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"About the finest boutique lodgings the city offers, whose elegant rooms come with designer furnishings, fireplaces, high-speed internet connections and a fitness centre."
Kimpton Canary Hotel Santa Barbara
Concierge
Frommer's
Oyster
Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure
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31 West Carrillo, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $249 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
"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."
"Formerly the Andalucia, the Canary Hotel's combination of Moroccan flair and Spanish culture fits in perfectly with downtown Santa Barbara's casual elegance."
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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."
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Top Choice
"On a busy block downtown, this multistory sleek hotel has a rooftop pool and sunset-watching perch for cocktails."
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"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."
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