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    Upham Hotel

    3.7 (204 reviews)
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    Our experience: a bad dorm room. The shower tiles had mold all over, the bathroom had a persistent urine odor, the room walls offered ZERO sound insulation...we heard every step, thump, people passing the room, carts rolling the paths outside, etc., the room had noticeable dust, cobwebs, and aging carpet. The only blessing was, we were only there one night.

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    Angelina E.

    This is the oldest hotel still operational in soCal apparently. How cool! Stayed here for one night when seeing a show at the SB Bowl. I loved the charm and quaintness and its history was not lost on me. Room was large with plenty of space for two people and a nice, walk in closet. Beds were very comfortable. Staff were all very helpful and friendly. Highly recommend staying here!

    Mari I.

    This is absolutely one of the cutest hotels I've stayed at. When I originally booked my stay I was not completely sure how the hotel looked because there were not a lot of pictures. We stayed in individual little "cottage" like rooms that were so cute and had their own little small patio area and own private entrance. The hotel is one street over from State St for convenience! Our room had a mini fridge and although the room is small there is plenty of space for everything. The bed was very comfortable and the hotel also has free wifi. There is plenty of parking and we were able to get a spot right next to our room although all spots are not far apart. I really liked that the bathroom had drawers to organize my things and I loved the vanity area with the huge mirror. When we walked in we were greeted and shown around the hotel for easy accommodation. You are also handed a map so you do not get lost. They also have a wine happy hour which I wish we could have gone to but maybe for next time. Each area also has cute little cottage names! I loved my stay!

    Maybe blow off the patio so it can be used.

    The Upham is a classic vintage hotel. However, very limited parking. We had to park a quarter of a mile away. The grounds are very nice but our patio sitting are was messy and completely unusable. The restaurant which was an Upham highlight is closed. I think I will check out a different hotel next time.

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    Lauren R.

    We love the Upham! My family has been staying with the Upham for various occasions over the years, I spent my 30th birthday with my best friend at the Upham, so it was fitting my fiancé and I chose the Upham for our wedding weekend. We rented multiple rooms for us and our family. It was wonderful and feels like a home away from home. The grounds are beautiful and it's very close to everything. Staying here made our wedding weekend feel extra special and extravagant and we can't wait to come back for our anniversaries the only thing we hope for is that they bring back the cheese for their happy hour and their breakfast, That was always a nice touch!

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    Esther D.

    It's in a great location. Courtyard is lovely. Facilities are nice but our room did show its age, wear & tear. Bed wasn't awful but not comfortable. In the room & online they promise a basket of goodies & a bottle of wine but they don't actually offer it. The front desk blames corporate. Breakfast has a very small selection- fine if you eat muffins but difficult if you are gluten free or like protein in the morning. Towels scratchy & thin. No conditioner just shampoo in the bathroom. Front desk not really friendly or welcoming.

    The cap from the toilet seat is gone

    We stayed for a few days here. My overall experience here was just ok. The grounds are beautiful and the original hotel is very charming. The rooms are clean and somewhat comfortable. The website says the beds are plush and cozy. While the room was cozy the bed was hard and the pillows had seen better days. The sink had a crack in it that made me feel unsafe. The kurig was dirty inside so we didn't use it . There are a lot of little things that need just some care and attention. The light on my patio didn't work and was hanging. My sister said her toilet in her room was wobbly! The restaurant on site was a very nice experience. The food was amazing. The wait staff maybe need a little polish with their skills . The service was slow and that appetizer came out after our meal was done and had to be asked for. I probably would not go back unless these things would improve

    Outside The Garden Room

    Our son was getting married in Santa Barbara, so family booked rooms here and we hosted the pre Wedding party in the Garden Room. Anissa Moritz helped us plan a wonderful event and the rooms were all beautiful. Thank you for making our wedding weekend memorable.

    Air filter caked with dust or mold Lincoln house
    Ryan B.

    Do you want a good nights sleep? Don't stay here! Do you want old rooms that creek with every step and stained mattresses with rude front desk associates (Ramon)? Then Stay here! We travelled a few hours to stay here as it was our first time in Santa Barbara. We called about 10 min before arriving to our hotel to ask about our room availability and if we can drop off our luggage. We were met with the worst attitude by a front desk clerk named Ramon. He told us that he can't tell us if the rooms are ready and that we have to be here physically in order for him to tell us. Once arrived 10 min later, he was very happy to tell us that the room was not ready (big shocker as his attitude over the phone made him seem upset and very rude we already expected it not to be). I asked why he couldn't tell us if the room was ready and he started saying that people tell him that they are close by and end up coming way later. If that was the case wouldn't you ask us when we are arriving? Or emphasised that you don't want to have the room sitting for hours? Weird. Once we met him in person he was very very short, told us he would call us when our room was ready-- which ended up being almost 4 hours later. We get the text our room is ready and we head over. Immediately you are met with an Odor that is attached to the foundation of the hotel, smells like wet wood or kind of like mold. Ramon-- I hope you get the help you need and find a place where you want to work. It is very apparent that you are not the customer service assistant, or face, that should be checking people in or even taking phone calls.

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    Terry P.

    This 150+ year old charmer in downtown Santa Barbara was reasonably priced (compared to others in the Summer) and close enough to walk to State Street, but far enough to have quiet time. They offer free parking for guests on site, provides a small continental breakfast in the mornings, local wine hour in the evening and wifi. We did not try the restaurant on site but could smell amazing things from outside our room. Although this is not the fanciest of stays, the service and historic feel of the property is really enchanting.

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    Super friendly staff. Close to State St. Bed was one of the best I've ever slept in. Great work !

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    Awesome Experience! Hanna the manager is very nice and had a little care bag for my son! I would definitely come back again!

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