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    Mason Beach Inn

    3.5 (188 reviews)
    Open • 7:00 am - 7:00 AM (Next day)

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    Apryl W.

    Really cute and nice hotel in an amazing location in Santa Barbara. When you check in there is a collection of free alcoholic drinks that you can choose from to have a mini happy hour which is cute. The hotel itself is not too big with only 2 floors total. The room decor is simple but cute and everything was furnished well and felt nice! We had a two bedroom queen and the beds were nice and comfortable. There is a fridge in the room but it's mainly for beverages that will be charged to the room if you drink them. Bathroom was upgraded but small and there isn't a fan for circulation. Pool had a really nice heated pool and jacuzzi in a courtyard type area that is lush. The location of the hotel is superior! We walked to the marina easily for lunch and to state street for dinner. There is a small charge for parking. We took the train and it was a short 8 minute walk from the train station. Hotel staff were friendly. Free coffee in the lobby in the mornings. I would definitely stay again!

    On the house upon arrival. A nice welcoming touch!
    Michelle B.

    "What went well?" asks Yelp. My response- "EVERYTHING!" A solo impromptu trip to Santa Barbara had me searching the interwebs for great deals with equally great accommodations. Since I had never been to the area before, I had to take a chance on anything I chose based off of photos (possibly doctored), and all kinds of reviews. To be honest, the reviews for Mason Beach Inn were decent at best, so I managed my expectations. I was pleasantly surprised by everything - from the grounds, to the actual rooms, and the service. I arrived a couple of hours early and luckily the room they had for me was ready. I was so tired from the drive up, I was able to rest before heading out for an evening walk downtown to explore. Close proximity to the beach, State street, the warf, etc. It is in a great location and I felt very safe, which is important for a solo female traveler. Upon check in, you get a choice of two free beverages on the house. I chose Stellas :) there isn't breakfast, but if you need a snack they have fresh cookies, oatmeal, coffee, fruit, and various teas all day in the lobby. Staff are so friendly and kind. They even have bikes to use on the premises, but I chose to walk everywhere. Also - the scent permeating through the hallways smells so delicious! I would definitely stay here again (and probably will TBH) because it's quiet and tranquil, and again a great place to stay for reasonable price. Thanks Mason Beach Inn!

    Emily F.

    I have no idea how this place doesn't have 5 stars, we are extremely picky with hotels and we LOVED it here! The rooms were modern and clean. The vibes were so fun and they gave us a welcome drink upon check-in which made our trip start off on the best note! It was in a great location between the beach, harbor, and about a 15 minute walk to the Funk Zone. It is definitely longer to get to downtown, especially the wineries like Grassini, LouBud, and Jamie Sloan (about a 25 minute walk with 50% of it lightly inclined) but very very manageable. The hotel even rents out bikes to ride, has a nice swimming pool and jacuzzi, ice machine, 24/7 coffee (decaf, medium roast, and dark roast) and tea, instant oatmeal, cookies, and apples. The front desk workers were SO nice! We were able to check in 3 hours early for about a 20 dollar fee. Parking was 18 dollars a night. We loved it here and would totally come back, we felt so safe!

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    Summer S.

    Super cute hotel, customer service is great, Martha was all smiles and so welcoming from the moment we pulled into the parking lot. I would stay here again without a doubt.

    2 Queen room

    They provided free drinks at check in and the front desk staff was very kind. Room was clean and up to date. I love the monstera accent wall in our room. I definitely recommend this place if you're going to SB! The only caveat is no microwave. They don't have empty fridges in room for guests, but you can shove an item or two in the mini bar fridge.

    Bridget K.

    enjoyed this cute boutique hotel, perfect location walkable to downtown santa barbara. the front desk was super sweet and helpful, offering early check in because we got there early. the pool was nice and the room was lovely. my only complaint was that the wifi was spotty, and all of the soap/shampoo was lemongrass scented and the smell was strong.

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    Dave L.

    Mason Beach Inn is a cute boutique hotel located right down the street from the beach and within walking distance of everything you can ever want. The room and premises were immaculate and front desk staff were very cheerful and outgoing. Tommy Bahama bath amenities instantly transports you to the beach. At check-in, you are offered complimentary wine or beer and a little display of cookies which was a nice touch after a long drive. Walking to my room on the 2nd floor, I was blown away by the subtle melon fragrance that permeated the hallways. Indoor hallways that actually smell this good is definitely something that I didn't know I wanted in a hotel until coming here. Miguel & team runs the best hotel I've ever stayed at. Absolutely a 5 out of 5 experience. Highly recommend.

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    Ariella A.

    Great hotel overall! Rooms are super cute, location is great! 10/10 stay ! Can't think of any negatives or cons !! Rooms feel clean, hallways and main entrances smelt like heaven! Pool was a nice touch as well Definitely will be back!

    Emilie R.

    Amazing location, friendly staff, very nice interior renovation with a modern, stylish design. Loved the pool and hot tub. I had a king room off the main corridor and it was very quiet. Super clean and everything felt luxurious and relaxing. Loved the welcome drinks and 24/7 snack bar - multiple coffee options and a great tea and cookie selection. Disclaimer: I haven't stayed elsewhere in Santa Barbara, Montecito, etc -- if you want to pay $500-$1,000+ a night, this isn't that. But it exceeded my expectations for a "moderate" room in this market and I would happily come back.

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    They recently redid their entire hotel. It's so classy now! Great service. Highly recommend.

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    “I highly recommend this hotel, as it is perfectly located near State Street and wonderful dining/shopping.”

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    We are still talking about how perfect the location was to downtown and Santa Barbara Bowl! Stayed…read morein Tweedledee unit of the Carriage House, which has gorgeous view of the garden along with separation from the main houses. We came into town, checked in and promptly left for the 311/Dirty Heads/Rome concert. Short Uber drive back to the comfortable, clean, quiet space. Woke up and delighted in the garden quietness before breakfast. Would LOVE to plan another trip just to stay longer and see more next time. Memorable location and amazing hosts!

    I recently stayed two nights at the Cheshire Cat Inn for a weekend getaway, and I can confidently…read moresay I'll be staying here again on future trips to Santa Barbara. This was my first experience at a bed and breakfast, so I wasn't quite sure what to expect, but I was genuinely blown away. The service, cleanliness, hospitality, and overall attention to detail exceeded every expectation. The rooms were charming, comfortable, and uniquely decorated, while the property itself is beautiful and impeccably maintained. The staff was incredibly friendly, responsive, and always easy to reach by phone or text. The breakfast deserves special recognition. Every meal was homemade, absolutely delicious, and honestly worthy of an award. It was one of the highlights of our stay. The inn also features a gorgeous garden and outdoor space that creates a peaceful, secluded atmosphere while still being conveniently located. State Street's shops and restaurants are within walking distance, and the beach is just a short drive away. As someone who typically prefers staying in upscale hotels, I was initially skeptical, but my girlfriend chose the Cheshire Cat Inn and I'm so glad she did. It offered a much more personal, intimate, and memorable experience than a traditional hotel. Highly recommend to anyone visiting Santa Barbara!

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    We loved our recent stay here. From the kind woman who welcomed us, to the breakfast staff,…read moreeveryone here is kind and friendly. They also keep this place clean. It's a very large old home turned into a bed and breakfast. There are lots of common rooms, nooks & crannies to get comfortable in, a nice porch and patio. So comfortable. There is always coffee, tea and water. At 4pm they put out homemade cakes, brownies and cookies. I devoured a slice of coconut and lemon cream cake with a large coffee. At 5:30pm they put out wine. We enjoyed two glasses sitting on the patio. We chose the Abigail room on the second floor. I think it's the only room with a king size bed. The room was very cozy. The bathroom was tiny, but I respect the challenge of fitting a bathroom to each guest room, when the house obviously wasn't built with that in mind. The bed itself was very comfortable. Breakfast was healthy and tasty. We had breakfast on the patio. 10 out of 10 experience at the Bath Street Inn for us. Thank you!

    This B&B was phenomenal. The staff was super helpful and pleasant. I stayed in Susan's Loft. The…read moreroom was clean and the bed sheets were tight enough to bounce a quarter off of. Your choice of cakes at 430pm and two wines at 530pm. What really blew me away was the breakfast. I thought the initial fruit bowl and yogurt with granola was enough, but nope here came a second course of a spinach quiche with a side of two large pieces of bread. When in Santa Barbara, I highly recommend. (My photos show breakfast across two days, spinach quiche one day, the other item with a strawberry on top the other)

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    We first stayed at Simpson House Inn almost 16 years ago, and over all those years we never forgot…read morethis beautiful, peaceful place. When we planned another trip to Santa Barbara this year, there was no question where we wanted to stay--we booked three nights at Simpson House Inn again. I can honestly say our experience was even better than the first time. From the moment we arrived, Olivia gave us such a warm welcome, and Frank immediately took care of our luggage and escorted us to our lovely Garden Room. One of the highlights of our stay was enjoying breakfast each morning in our private garden, surrounded by the relaxing sounds of the fountain and singing birds. It was the perfect way to start the day. Everyone we encountered--from the front office staff to housekeeping--was genuinely kind, professional, and welcoming. The attention to detail and the peaceful atmosphere make this place truly special. We highly recommend Simpson House Inn and can't wait to return again!

    Just a note to upcoming travelers that many of the perks noted in reviews below are no longer…read moreoffered. There is no nightly happy hour with wine tasting and there are no bikes available to borrow from the inn. Seems that there have been changes potentially in management that have decreased the offerings which make the stay seem less luxurious and in my opinion not consistent with a 5 star stay. When we inquired about borrowing bikes we were told to go rent bikes from a shop downtown. Although breakfast provided was tasty, Simpson House consistently did not pay attention to our dietary requests that we had made note of in our reservation, called in advance to notify the staff, and put daily on our breakfast requests. We were served food and drink that we could not eat daily even after we had brought it up with management. Although the grounds are beautiful, the attentiveness and offerings do not seem to be what they once were, and for the price nightly price of $600, I would look at other hotels in the area.

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    Front desk staff is SO RUDE. There was an older gentlemen working the front desk... I asked if they…read moreoffer discounts via AAA and you'd think by his reaction I'd kill someone. He was super rude when he replied that they weren't affiliated with AAA in anyway. That's fine, but he didn't have to act so offended. My husband and I stayed over the Labor Day weekend. Nice little hotel near the beach. My issue is the amenities. The website states the rooms have AC, mini fridge etc however our room had no AC just a ceiling fan and box fan? The weekend was very humid so it was very hot in our room even with the box fan and ceiling fan it was hard to sleep bc of the temperature in the room. I mentioned this during check-out and the front desk staff immediately became rude stating that the room doesn't have AC and if we wanted that we needed to request a room with AC specifically when we book the room via the website (which there is no option for that) We stay in SB a lot. Never had this kind of experience. Probably won't stay again because for the price of the room ($300+ fees a night) there should be air conditioning and polite staff.

    Very quaint and charming two-story building(1920s). Once upon a time it was a small apartment…read morecomplex. The upstairs unit we stayed in had a small but complete kitchen. Our room was a two-bedroom suite that was very comfortable and spacious, overlooking a nicely appointed courtyard. Came to town for the Old Spanish Days festival. Parade on Cabrillo Blvd was 200 feet from the inn. Great location. Short walk to parade, Chad's diner and wharf. Wonderful staff - very friendly and helpful. Have stayed at multiple locations in Santa Barbara area and this one is my favorite. Book early as it tends to fill up before others.

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