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Sandpiper LodgevsThe Waterman
Sandpiper Lodge and The Wayfarer are both recommended by expert writers. Overall, The Wayfarer ranks slightly higher than Sandpiper Lodge. The Wayfarer comes in at #22 in Santa Barbara with accolades from 5 reviews such as Fodor's, Afar Magazine and The Telegraph.
Sandpiper Lodge
Oyster
3525 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
From $78/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Pool
Oyster Budget
"The 74-room Sandpiper Lodge is a two-pearl budget motel with reasonable rates for Santa Barbara." Full review
The Waterman
Gayot
Condé Nast Traveler
Fodor's
Afar Magazine
The Telegraph
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 Telegraph8.0
"Definitely in a category of its own." Full review
