Ramada Santa BarbaravsThe Waterman
Both Ramada Santa Barbara and The Wayfarer are rated very highly by professionals. On balance, The Wayfarer scores slightly better than Ramada Santa Barbara. The Wayfarer ranks #20 in Santa Barbara with recommendations from 5 publications including Afar Magazine, Gayot and Condé Nast Traveler.
Ramada Santa Barbara
4770 Calle Real, Santa Barbara, CA 93110
From $126/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Oyster
Budget
"This 126-room budget-friendly chain hotel draws business travelers and families with its relaxing outside space and its location within a 10-minute drive of both the airport and downtown Santa Barbara." Full review
The Waterman
12 East Montecito Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $169/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Pool
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
"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
"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
"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
8.0
"Definitely in a category of its own." Full review