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Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown vs The Waterman

La Quinta Inn & Suites Santa Barbara Downtown and The Wayfarer are both highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Wayfarer ranks slightly better than La Quinta Inn & Suites Santa Barbara Downtown. The Wayfarer ranks #22 in Santa Barbara with recommendations from 5 reviewers including Gayot, Condé Nast Traveler and The Telegraph.

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
7 / 10
1601 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $97 /night
  • Free Internet
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Pool
  • Fitness Center
  • Family Friendly
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Oyster Oyster
Mid-Range
"This mid-range, 70-room hotel is reminiscent of another era." Full review
The Waterman
The Waterman
7 / 10
12 East Montecito Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $169 /night
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
  • Pool
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Gayot Gayot
"Guests can choose from 31 modern private and shared accommodations with full en-suite bathrooms. All enjoy access to a community kitchen and heated outdoor pool." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"The Wayfarer has both shared and pri- vate rooms—along with free Wi-Fi, a Spanish colonial–style communal kitchen, and a heated pool." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Rates include breakfast, use of the community kitchen, and access to the outdoor heated pool and a sunny deck with reclining lounge chairs." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Part hostel and part hotel, The Wayfarer is a sweet spot for those who want a playful, not-too-fussy place to rest their heads after a long day of traveling." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"Definitely in a category of its own." Full review