Luxe hotels in Santa Barbara

'This is a beautiful property with lovely grounds and spacious rooms featuring large bathrooms. The staff was consistently lovely and accommodating throughout our stay. We didn’t try the on-site restaurant, but the pool was fabulous and never felt overcrowded. The gym is nothing special, though it’s convenient to have one available. We were pleasantly surprised to be able to check in a couple of hours early, which made a big difference after traveling. The location is great—close enough to...

'Excellent property, very well maintained; good accomodation; friendly staff; very nice beach and an amazing Caruso restaurant. '

'The rooms are beautifully designed with thoughtful details, luxurious bedding, and everything you need for a comfortable stay. Every corner of the property feels curated and inviting, from the peaceful courtyard to the gorgeous pool area. The location is ideal—close enough to walk to State Street, restaurants, shopping, and the beach, yet tucked away in a quiet neighborhood. If you're looking for a boutique hotel that delivers style, comfort, and impeccable service, Palihouse Santa Barbara is...

'Great hotel, nice amenities, good staff'

'Prima verblijf. Mooie omgeving/tuin. Ontbijt heerlijk, maar relatief laat (start 8:30), ook door-de-week. Moest op tijd weg, maar dat wordt dan prima opgelost, vers fruit, sap, yoghurt, etc. avond vantevoren in koelkastje op kamer. Helemaal goed!'

'Het hotel wilde niet meewerken aan restitutie van een nacht welke als gevolg van missen van een vliegtuig ivm vertraging van mn inkomende vlucht was ontstaan, erg onklantvriendelijk'

'Prima verblijf. Valet parking, en mooie ligging aan zee. Kamers erg schoon en netjes. Klein zwembadje. Diner en ontbijt in hotel vonden we minder. Zowel qua eten als personeel.'

'Overall, we had a pleasant stay thanks to the kind and welcoming staff. The hotel’s location is excellent, it’s within walking distance of plenty of restaurants, shops, and the beach, making it very convenient to explore the area. That said, the rooms were quite outdated, especially considering the price. For the premium cost of staying here, I expected a more modern, updated room. While the location and service were great, the accommodations didn’t match the price point. With some room...