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The GenevievevsSimpson House Inn
Both hotels are praised by expert reviewers. Overall, Simpson House Inn ranks significantly better than Santa Ynez Inn. Simpson House Inn has a TripExpert Score of 79 with recommendations from 6 sources including oyster.com, Fodor's and Gayot.
The Genevieve
Fodor's
Jetsetter
3627 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez, CA 93460
From $271/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Concierge
- Restaurant
"This posh two-story Victorian inn in downtown Santa Ynez was built from scratch in 2002, and the owners have furnished all the rooms with authentic historical pieces." Full review
"Victorian elegance and decadent spa treatments amid the vines of Santa Barbara wine country." 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