Historical hotel built by Charlie Chaplin, located in Montecito. When I arrived, the valet was…read moreincredibly kind, and Farrah at the front desk was so warm and welcoming. I stopped by the hotel lounge, and the server there was equally sweet -- we ended up having a really nice conversation. My only critique is the beds. They're not comfortable at all, and I truly wish the hotel would consider upgrading them. It would make the overall experience so much better.

My husband and I are driving from San Diego up to Monterey and decided to break up the trip halfway…read morewith a visit to Montecito and Santa Barbara. My husband used a third-party to book this site like we usually do and have never had trouble. We arrived in Montecito a little early decided to get some lunch at the honor bar, which was excellent, and then check in. We ended up arriving exactly at 4 o'clock to check in and my husband was informed that because we booked it through a third-party site we would have to pay the tourism fee or something like that for $47 additional bringing the hotel room up to $400. And then we would also have to put a $200 hold on our card for incidentals, but the way it was handled was not necessarily unprofessional, but it was uncomfortable. We got everything worked out and started to head to our room on the second floor. The stairs are a little bit steep in rise probably because they are old. The hotel was built in the 20s I believe by Charlie Chaplin, which you wouldn't know about unless you did your own research. I didn't notice anything in the rooms or downstairs letting us know that. And that's actually something that I would have enjoyed seeing on the walls in the hotel rooms, some portraits of Charlie Chaplin maybe some movie stills? We decided to use the elevator which I think is original to the building of course with some safety upgrades. The room was somewhat small, reminding me of rooms in Italy. And it smelled really musty. Which I'm sure is normal for a building of that age. The hotel did not appear to be booked and so I was disappointed with the room that we received (see our photo of our view.) The bathroom was a tiny with a minuscule bookcase to place your items on. Again, I'm sure there is nothing they can do anything about because of the age of the building, I could not get the shower to fully work. The water came out halfway through the showerhead and halfway through the faucet. The water is very soft so it took forever to rinse my hair. Valet parking is included whether you want it or not. And there are five self parking spots. There are bicycles that I believe you can check out. I'm not sure if there's a fee for them. It seemed like they were offered for free, but I'm not really sure.

This has officially become our go-to supercharger stop whenever we're in Carpinteria. There are…read moreplenty of charging stalls, so we've never had to wait long. What really makes this spot great though is the location because it's right in the middle of a bunch of good food options. Our favorite? Dargan's Irish Pub, just downstairs from the parking lot. It's super convenient, and when they first open, it's nice and quiet, perfect if you want to get a little work done, sip a drink, or just chill with some apps while your car powers up. Honestly, it's more than just a charging stop now because it's part of our road trip ritual.

Downtown Santa Barbara has FINALLY stepped up its game and got a Tesla Supercharger. Woohoo! It is…read morelocated in the public city Ortega lot #10 at Ortega and Anacapa on the third level. As with almost all city lots here, it's free for the first 75 minutes, then $2 per hour there after. There are 12 charging ports with speeds up to 250 kWh. The garage is half a block from downtown's State Street with Paseo Nuevo and all the shopping/dining options. I have a feeling it's going to be a busy option since there's usually only 3-5 available chargers on a Saturday. Great for the city and drivers!

The SB Public Market has a nice assortment of restaurants. We didn't really expect such a…read morewonderland of food and drink, and yet here it is. Went in to visit the new Seoulmate Kitchen. We kept hearing how authentic their food is, and they also have a delicious menu of Matcha and Cafe Specials. After walking in and noticing all the other food options, we all split up to visit the other spots within, and we then met at one of the many communal tables to share each other's selections. At our large table we had food from Corazon Cocina, Empty Bowl Gourmet Noodles, Wabi Sabi, Little Bird Kitchen, and Que (West Coast BBQ). They all paired nicely with draft beers and cocktails from Cooney's at the Market, and we even got desserts from Rori's Artisanal Creamery. Staff at each venue was very helpful making food suggestions, and even pointed out some of their own favorites there at the SBPM.

My first impression is that Whatever you are craving for you can get it here. A diverse selection…read moreof food vendors under one building. Not fast food type but a decent meal in a quick pace environment. Friendly and quick service. Like a food court type of arrangement but so much more. My favorite is seoul mate kitchen which offers some classic dishes with a fusion twist. I love the bento box here. Pick a protein among beef, pork belly, chicken Or tofu. It also comes with rice, half marinated egg, cucumber, carrots , and three veggie side dishes. A full meal without the need to do much thinking. Next is the ca'dario pizza, we got the parma pizza. I cannot stop eating it... maybe it is the crust Want to try the rori's artisanal creamery. There was a "be backed" sign on the register. We Waited for 10mins or so and had to go. Now i have one more reason to come back and visit. Parking is pretty convenient. City parking close by and offer first 45 minutes free parking,

This place is beautiful with amazing ocean views and well kept grounds. The serene feeling you get…read morewhile strolling the property is only surpassed by the friendly staff. After a rough start to our brunch Morgan went out of her way to make things right and really turned our experience around. While we were only passing through on our way to Montecito/Santa Barbara, the next time through we will be sure to try out Caruso's!

There are hotels you visit, and then there are places that quietly become part of your life, the…read moreRosewood Miramar Beach is the latter. Tim, the front desk manager, sets the tone from the very first moment. His warmth, attentiveness, and genuinely caring personality are so evident in all he does. He has that rare ability to make you feel not like a guest passing through, but like someone truly known and welcomed. Every interaction with him feels thoughtful, effortless, and deeply sincere. What makes the Rosewood Miramar Beach so extraordinary is that it transcends the idea of a "stay." It's not simply a hotel it's a place that feels familiar, like a second home. There is a rare sense of belonging here, created entirely by the people who make it what it is. Tim at the forefront of that. Tim, and staff, thank you again for your exceptional care and for making every visit feel so special. We are so incredibly appreciative to know you!

The Pali House Santa Barbara is aesthetically adorable. It's charming. The rooms are cute and beds…read morecomfortable. The staff is friendly and does their best to accommodate. However, I would not stay here again. For a small boutique hotel with only 24 rooms, there are no extras for guests. No drinking water in the rooms, no self serve coffee bar for guests in the morning , not even a fruit bowl with some apples guests can take. They have a small candy bar at 9am but what about coffee?? IWho's eating gummy bears at 9am? It would be so nice to sit on the patio before 9am and enjoy a coffee. I mean thats a comfort of home and should be at a hotel too. They have a bowl of tennis balls in the lobby? Trade that out for green apples. They serve breakfast at 9am and drip coffee but some are up at 6:30am. Anyway, visit the Pali House SB for a drink in their cute bar and enjoy the patio ,but stay somewhere else. Not worth the $$.

Palihouse gives CHEAP HOTEL VIBES overall and 100000% NOT a 5 OR even 4-star hotel. Where do we…read moreeven begin?? Pros: Spanish Interior EV Charging Station Great Drinks / Honor Bar at night Nice Location in SB Good for Single People Cons: Very Cheap Accommodations Limited Hotel Service No Dinner Service on a Saturday night Limited Hotel Food Menu (& Boring!!) Extremely Small Pool No Half n Half Milk & Stale Croissants No Valet (but Charge for Parking) Get Ready to Wheel Your Luggage In Staff Not Empowered, Poor Management GO ELSEWHERE. NOT WORTH THE EXPERIENCE. WE WANTED TO LEAVE. LEFT EARLY!!

I was a little hesitant to book Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort after seeing the low Yelp…read morerating, but I'm really glad I went anyway. I'd give it 4 stars. Our ocean view room was beautiful, spacious, and very comfortable. The outdoor s'mores were such a fun touch and the staff was mostly friendly. I was also happy the pool was open during our stay since it had been closed for renovations before. Overall, we had a great experience and would definitely come back.

Pros: 1) Across the street from the beach…read more 2) Great views 3) This Hilton Hotel has a Spanish look to it, much like Santa Barbara. Cons: We went for a wedding. But only stayed one night for the wedding. The other nights that we stayed were at another hotel in Santa Barbara. This Hilton hotel I'm giving one star more than the other because it is a Hilton. 1) Completely out dated. It looks like it's something out of the 90s. They can at least buy new furniture. The carpets smell. Everything smells very musty and old. The front desk when you check in is very small. We actually walked right by it because we didn't even see it. It was that small. For such a big hotel you would think that they would have a bigger front desk for their guest to check in and out of. For this to be a Hilton, they need to spend more money on renovation. 2) We could only stay one night because of how expensive it was. We were expecting a lot more for the price. When we entered the room, the linens smelled, and again the carpet smelled very musty. We called the front desk. It took them forever to answer the phone and when they did, they had an attitude about changing the linens. It took two hours for them to come to our room to change out the linens thank God they did because the second set of linens did not smell. 3) The staff all over the hotel were completely rude and aggressive. It didn't matter what department they were in. If this was a rundown Motel 6, then that would be one thing, but it was a Hilton in Santa Barbara facing the ocean. 4) When it came time for the wedding it felt great. It felt organized. I'm not sure if that was the Hilton staff or not. but I know that the catering was the Hilton and that was not organized and that staff was horrible and aggressive. For instance, taking your food while you're still eating. And giving you attitude if you say that you're still eating your dinner. 5) When it came time to use the downstairs restroom my wife stated that the downstairs restroom was filthy, and there was paper towels all over the ground. 6) Which brings me to my next point, this Hilton Hotel felt very understaffed. I could keep going, but the point is that my wife and I do love the Hilton family hotels, but this place is not the best Hilton out there. We will not be back.

We found this botanic garden because it's dog friendly and made a reservation for Sunday afternoon…read more You need a reservation because they want to limit the amount of people who come in each day plus parking is pretty tight. In the springtime, this garden is really beautiful with all the wildflowers and redwood forest. It can get pretty hot and sunny in certain areas so sunscreen and a hat can be helpful. Overall, it's a beautiful place to explore with your dog :)

My son and I have been here to this Botanic Garden twice before about 10 years ago and decided to…read morerevisit it this morning on our trip to Santa Barbara. We headed over around 11:30AM, right after checking out from our hotel. They are celebrating their 100th Anniversary. WOW!! Admission is $25 for adults and a bit pricey for what you get, in my opinion. It's definitely a beautiful place full of nature, greenery, fresh air, peace and zen. I was a little disappointed at the lack of flowers in the whole property. There were only some poppies on the meadow where you walk in and that was it. I also didn't like how there are literally no rangers or anyone to help you around the trails. I understand you are just on your own, but it's dangerous that there's no one to help you if something goes wrong. No First Aid Kit, either. I also remember them having a big, beautiful waterfall on the trail and it wasn't there this time. Why? They have free parking and there are some restrooms at the entrance and we saw one on the trail. They have a very nice gift shop with some snacks/refreshments, books, magnets, shirts, candles, artificially looking flowers, etc... We bought few gifts that my son and I liked. Got a nice fresh, clean scented Mango/Pineapple candle, ($25), an organic rose water spray to splash all over your body ($17), an interesting cooler can with crystal water that keeps your water cold in the fridge ($8). A 16 oz. can & a tiny white heart shaped magnet ($5.20), insanely expansive! I may or may not revisit in the future.

Convivo was a delightful way to end our Santa Barbara vacation. It's located in the Santa Barbara…read moreInn, and it has free valet if you're visiting the restaurant. Sit on the patio, which overlooks the beach. I'm sure at night, it's just beautiful. - Avocado toast: My dad had this, and it was filled with ripe avocados. - Furikake eggs: I really enjoyed this dish. It was light, and not heavy like most brunch foods. The brioche bread was delicious. - Chorizo and egg scramble piadina: Wow this was unexpectedly the best dish of the morning. Hearty, flavorful and the crust was perfect. I'd order this the next time I'm in town.

This is a review specifically a review for the bar…read more Convivo is lucky to have an unassuming rockstar mixologist in Devin. We sat at Devin's bar for over 2 hours drinking and eating and running up a decent tab after arriving at the Santa Barbara Inn. Espresso Martinis, Old Fashions, and more were expertly crafted and creatively presented. I suspect we will be back at SBI's restaurant and bar again based upon the great experience we had earlier today. Thank you Devin for the great work and service!

Wonderful stay! The hotel was very clean and quiet, making it a perfect place to relax. We were…read morepleasantly surprised with complimentary wine, cheese, and crackers at check-in such a thoughtful touch. Free self-parking was convenient, and the complimentary bikes were a great way to explore Santa Barbara. The staff was incredibly helpful and friendly, always willing to assist. Breakfast was free and offered a great variety of options, including healthy choices, which we really appreciated. Highly recommend this place we would definitely stay again!

Pictures on website are deceiving, you wouldn't think you'd be right by a busy street…read more Not even a formal parking lot, adjacent to another sister hotel Brisas who at least have their own parking space. I asked for a quiet room and could still hear the traffic from the bathroom window. The mattress needs replacing, sunken bed! If I had truly seen the location without trusting the photos it would have not been a place I'd select!

We reserved 10 guests table on Sunday, 12/7 for birthday brunch. We had a wonderful time. The table…read moreset up and location are perfect. Customer service is top notch. We greatly appreciate the welcomeness. The foods are delicious. So thankful to Chef Iskandar and Tanya (Tonya) for their hospitality. Thank you for making the birthday ladies and all of us very happy. Well done! We are Indonesian foodies and we enjoy the foods. Thank You!

The Revere Room is the Miramar's casual all-day restaurant, and I'm guessing most of the people who…read moreeat there are guests of the hotel. We only went because we needed somewhere to get lunch for a party of six on Thanksgiving Day and the first couple places we thought to call were closed. We realized we might have better luck with hotel restaurants and were relieved when someone at the Revere Room picked up the phone. We said we'd be there in about half an hour and asked if we should make a reservation, and the person on the line said there was no need, as we should be able to walk in. I was pretty annoyed when we showed up as promised and the restaurant was completely full. Like I understand that the staff can't predict what will happen between noon and 12:30 on Thanksgiving Day, but this did seem foreseeable, and they should have taken our name down since we'd told them we were coming. I told the host what had happened, and she just kind of smiled and acted like she hadn't heard me. No apology, and we waited, with two young kids and their grandparents, for forty minutes. Service was fine once we sat down, and the patio setting was nice. The menu was basic California coastal, nothing exciting but something for everyone. I got the Central Coast Cobb, a hearty salad with Santa Ynez greens, grilled organic chicken breast, crispy bacon, Munak Ranch soft boiled egg, avocado, tomato, goat cheese, and honey dijon vinaigrette. I liked it, and it kept me full enough until Thanksgiving dinner. I wouldn't go out of my way to go back to the Revere Room, which feels like it mostly exists to feed hotel guests. I'm glad we had somewhere to go with my parents and kids, though, even if they were snooty about making us wait.