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Montecito Inn

1295 Coast Village Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
Montecito Inn
Real Traveler Rating: 4.3 out of 5 based on 113 reviews from 4 sources
Highly Recommended
Clean: Rating of 4.5 out of 5
Service: Rating of 4.4 out of 5
Location: Rating of 4.5 out of 5
Value: Rating of 4.4 out of 5
Room: Rating of 4.2 out of 5
call to book: 1-800-546-4167 hotels.com
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from $159
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Highly Recommended
Based on 113 reviews
from 4 sources
  • Overall: Rating of 4.3 out of 5

    "Although the location is very convenient to Butterfly Beach (lovely) and the freeways, I would not stay there again." source Travelocity

    "Highly recommend, especially for couples or singles as the rooms are small although beautifully appointed." source Travelocity

    "While the rooms are relatively small, mix of hot and cold water during the shower sometimes inconsistent, the overall stay for me is excellent." source Expedia

    "But we will stay there again, weÂ’ll just check the plumbing in our room first." source Expedia

    "IÂ’ll stay there again." source Expedia

  • Clean: Rating of 4.5 out of 5

    "Staff was nice, place was clean and decorated so nicely for christmas-felt like being home." source Travelocity

    "It was very clean, and everyone was super friendly and helpful." source Travelocity

    "The room was very clean and nicely furnished, and I am PICKY." source Travelocity

    "The room was comfortable, clean and well appointed." source Travelocity

  • Service: Rating of 4.4 out of 5

    "Close to shopping and beach,excellent and friendly staff,multiple dinig choices." source Orbitz

    "The hotel itself was really nice, and the services they offer are great, free parking and bike rentals, and a very simple breakfast. The service is ok, but people are not very friendly, we had an issue with the shower, that would go from very cold to scalding hot water, and even though we reported the problem they couldn't or didn't really do antyhing about it." source Hotels.com

    "Service excellent, lovely Continental breakfast with lots of free newspapers every morning, comfortable beds, great pillows, thick towels." source Travelocity

    "Service was polite but mediocre." source Expedia

    "The Montecito Inn is a historical hotel with comfortable rooms, very friendly staff, a good breakfast, warm pool and free bikes." source Hotels.com

  • Location: Rating of 4.5 out of 5

    "Located on main drag, easy walking to shops and restaurants." source Orbitz

    "I think the greatest part is the location, the area is really beautiful, surrounded by parks and beautiful beaches." source Hotels.com

    "The on site restaurant is first class and there are other highly-rated restaurants withing walking distance. The hotel is an easy commute by either car or bus to all the downtown Santa Barbara attractions." source Travelocity

    "The room we stayed in was located on the second floor and the window faced the kitchen right below." source Expedia

    "Great location for eating & shopping." source Hotels.com

  • Value: Rating of 4.4 out of 5

    "Everything was all right we had a delicious diner at very reasonable price at the hotel at the desk they were very king to guet and print our boarding past for our flight the next day thank you thank you." source Orbitz

    "This was a nice hotel for the price." source Hotels.com

    "Besides, we got the room for decent price." source Expedia

  • Room: Rating of 4.2 out of 5

    "The rooms are nicely redone in an old hotel built in the 20's by Charlie Chaplin." source Orbitz

    "(Avoid room 221 at all costs. ) To the hotel's credit, they moved us to a new room (yes, pack up at midnight to do this." source Hotels.com

    "Also, the man at the front desk in the later hours was not very helpful at all when asked if we could get a bottle of wine sent up to our room." source Travelocity

More information on Montecito Inn

The Montecito Inn was built in 1928 by screen legend Charlie Chaplin as a haven for tinsel town celebrities. Enriched with influences reminiscent of early Santa Barbara, newly designed guest rooms are a reflection of the Montecito Inn's proud history and tradition. Bedrooms decorated with classic patters and furnishings in warm earth tones and bathrooms adorned with hand-painted ceramic tile create an elegant ambiance. The Montecito Inn offers the perfect blend of classic style, comfort, convenience, and personalized service.

Check-in Time:

1500

Check-out Time:

1200

Year Built:

1999

Year Renovated:

1999

Total Rooms:

Standard Room:This guest room includes one queen bed. Bedroom decorated with classic patters and furnishings in warm earth tones and bathrooms adorned with hand-painted ceramic tile. Amenities include: Wireless internet, flat-screen television, HBO, DVD & CD player, voice mail, data ports, radio, iron/ironing board, hairdryer, and a refrigerator.** Three Guests; only with rollaway bed**King Room:This guest room includes a king bed. Bedroom decorated with classic patters and furnishings in warm earth tones and bathrooms adorned with hand-painted ceramic tile. Amenities include: Wireless internet, flat-screen television, HBO, DVD & CD player, voice mail, data ports, radio, iron/ironing board, hairdryer, and a refrigerator.** Three Guests; only with rollaway bed**

Total Floors:

3 floors.

Rooms:

Standard Room:This guest room includes one queen bed. Bedroom decorated with classic patters and furnishings in warm earth tones and bathrooms adorned with hand-painted ceramic tile. Amenities include: Wireless internet, flat-screen television, HBO, DVD & CD player, voice mail, data ports, radio, iron/ironing board, hairdryer, and a refrigerator.** Three Guests; only with rollaway bed**King Room:This guest room includes a king bed. Bedroom decorated with classic patters and furnishings in warm earth tones and bathrooms adorned with hand-painted ceramic tile. Amenities include: Wireless internet, flat-screen television, HBO, DVD & CD player, voice mail, data ports, radio, iron/ironing board, hairdryer, and a refrigerator.** Three Guests; only with rollaway bed**

Cancellation Policy

2-days, Sunday-Thursday Arrivals / 7-days, weekend arrivals

Directions

The Montecito Inn is located just two blocks from secluded beaches, and is alongside a boulevard of quaint shops and sidewalk bistros in one of America's most beautiful seaside communities. Also located near beaches, Sterns Warf/Pier, Santa Barbara Mission, Santa Barbara Zoo, Santa Ynez Wineries, Santa Barbara Art Museum, Santa Barbara Museum of History, and Lotus land.

Area

Santa Barbara, California

Pets

False

Attractions

Santa Barbara Zoo 2 Miles / 3 Kilometers Santa Barbara Mission 6 Miles / 10 Kilometers Museum of Art 5 Miles / 8 Kilometers Museum of History 6 Miles / 10 Kilometers Santa Barbara Wharf 4 Miles / 6 Kilometers Santa Barbara Harbor 4 Miles / 6 Kilometers Botanical Gardens 8 Miles / 13 Kilometers Butterfly Beach 3 Blocks

Dining

Montecito Cafe BarHours: 5:00 PM - 11:00 PMMontecito CafeCalifornia cuisine. Hours: Lunch 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM, Dinner 5:30 PM -10:00 PMRoom ServiceHours: Lunch 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM, Dinner 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM

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