The Upham HotelvsThe Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Both properties are rated highly by professional reviewers. Overall, The Upham Hotel & Country House ranks significantly better than Kimpton Goodland. The Upham Hotel & Country House has a TripExpert Score of 82 with accolades from 8 sources including Frommer's, Star Service and The Telegraph.
The Upham Hotel
1404 De La Vina Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $224/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Concierge
"The beautifully restored Upham has a stylish vibe, with antiques and contemporary furniture, flowering gardens, and a charming wraparound porch with outdoor seating."
Frommer's
"This conveniently located inn combines the intimacy of a B&B with the service of a small hotel." Full review
Michelin Guide
"A charming Victorian hotel, the Upham was bullt in 1871 of redwood timbers with a broad wraparound porch."
Star Service
"Located in the center of town, within walking distance of State Street restaurants, shops and cinemas, 15 blocks north of the pier, this 1871 Victorian is Santa Barbara's oldest lodging." Full review
Gayot
"This Victorian gem is a few blocks from downtown but forms a little world of its own, recalling Santa Barbara's past."
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The oldest continuously operating hotel in Southern California." Full review
Fodor's
"Built in 1871, this downtown Victorian in the arts and culture district has been restored as a hotel surrounded by a 1-acre garden." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"If you’re seeking a private getaway with the intimacy of a charming bed and breakfast and exceptional amenities, look no further." Full review
U.S. News & World Report
10.0
"In operation since 1871, The Upham Hotel and Country House in Santa Barbara, California, is a boutique bed-and-breakfast that is split between two buildings: the larger Upham Hotel and..." 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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