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Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara DowntownvsSimpson House Inn
La Quinta Inn & Suites Santa Barbara Downtown and Simpson House Inn are both highly recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Simpson House Inn scores significantly better than La Quinta Inn & Suites Santa Barbara Downtown. Simpson House Inn scores 86 with approval from 9 sources such as Concierge, Gayot and Frommer's.
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
Oyster
1601 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $97/night
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Pool
- Fitness Center
- Family Friendly
Mid-Range
"This mid-range, 70-room hotel is reminiscent of another era." Full review
Simpson House Inn
Concierge
Frommer's
Oyster
Star Service
Gayot
Lonely Planet
Fodor's
Hideaway Report
The Telegraph
121 East Arrellaga Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $290/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Free Parking
"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."
"Fact is, the Simpson House goes the distance -- and then some -- to create the perfect stay." Full review
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
"This is indeed Santa Barbara's best bed-and-breakfast." Full review
"This beautifully restored Victorian dates back to 1874 and is known as one of America's best B&Bs."
"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
"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
91.0
"This utterly charming bed-and-breakfast is just a short stroll from Santa Barbara’s many shops and restaurants." Full review
9.0
"The inn is boutique in size, but lavish in luxury accommodations and amenities." Full review