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The Eagle Inn vs The Waterman

Both The Eagle Inn and The Wayfarer are rated highly by travel writers. Overall, The Eagle Inn scores marginally higher than The Wayfarer. The Eagle Inn scores 76 with positive reviews from 4 sources including Lonely Planet, Oyster and Gayot.

The Eagle Inn
The Eagle Inn
7 / 10
232 Natoma Ave., Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $175 /night
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Fitness Center
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Oyster Oyster
Mid-Range
"The 15-room Eagle Inn is a quaint but basic B&B in Santa Barbara, near the water but a bit of the trek from restaurants and shops on State Street." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"You'll feel like Spanish royalty strolling underneath the colorful tile-lined archway into this white, two-story inn." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"Located just a few blocks inland of the Santa Barbara Harbor, this elegant 23-room property offers a nice mix of options."
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"Be it a romantic getaway, long weekend or strictly business, this lovely, family-owned and managed boutique bed and breakfast exemplifies the best of Santa Barbara-style comfort, convenience and congeniality." 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