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324 West Mason Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

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4 of 5 stars
OutAndAbout55   1 contribution
San Francisco
Dec 9, 2009 | Trip type: Couples New

We stayed here for the Santa Barbara Half-Marathon and the staff was really accommodating. They had originally assigned us to a room on the ground floor that was facing the pool and when we expressed our reservations about this, they did their absolute best to try to find us another room that we thought would be quieter. After inspections of... more

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4 of 5 stars
sulphursister   8 contributions
No. San Diego County
Oct 28, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
2
people found this review helpful

We stay at the Mason Beach Inn often as it is close to SBCC where our son attends college. Would highly recommend that you request a 2nd floor room (vaulted ceilings). Continental breakfast is included. Older, clean hotel. Comfortable and good value for Santa Barbara. * Because the inn is older, rooms are not super insulated so you will tend... more

decent motel
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3 of 5 stars
becky47   5 contributions
Orange county
Oct 26, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
1
person found this review helpful

Pros: The room was large with an good size bathroom and sink with enough room to put toiletries. The had HBO. The staff was helpful and pleasant. After the loud family next door went to bed it was quiet for the night. The room was clean. Cons:The room smelled strongly of disenfectant when we opened the door so we opened... more

Management response from
Dan Alvarado, General Manager

Dear Becky47, Thank you for taking the time to comment on your recent stay at Mason Beach Inn. I would like to offer my sincere apology for the less than enjoyable stay you had at our hotel. I appreciate your concern, interest and the extra time you have taken to bring these matters to my attention. I want you to...

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5 of 5 stars
Jujuheart   1 contribution
Orange County
Sep 15, 2009 | Trip type: Family
1
person found this review helpful

I round this Mason Beach Inn off of this website I believe and read the reviews. I was encouraged by the great reviews and decided to inquire into staying there for my first trip to Santa Barbar with my sister. I wanted something close to the beach and close to the different sites. This little gem was just what I... more

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Dan Alvarado, General Manager

First and foremost I want to thank you for staying with us, and for posting your review on Tripadvisor.com. I would like to thank you for your positive comments relating to our staff and our hotel. I was delighted to read that you could relax and enjoy your time here with us and that you had the opportunity go out...

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3 of 5 stars
skRanchoCucamongaCa   1 contribution
rancho cucamonga ca
Aug 8, 2009 | Trip type: Family
1
person found this review helpful

If you like sleeping on a rock, book this hotel!!! Rooms were adequate size but smelled of disinfectant upon entering. Pool area was clean and hot tub was a reasonable temperature. Stingy with bath towels! We left 2 in the am on the rack so they could save resources and not rewash them. They were taken and only 1 returned.... more

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Dan Alvarado, General Manager

Dear skRanchoCucamongaCa, Guest service is our number one goal at Mason Beach Inn. It was apparent to me, while reading your letter, that we fell short of this goal when you were our guest in August. Clearly, a comfortable bed is a fundamental service you should expect at any hotel. I want you to know that we do have a...

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5 of 5 stars
lfpdad   1 contribution
redlands CA
Jul 25, 2009 | Trip type: Family
2
people found this review helpful

Our family (including my 1 year old, the grandparents, and the brother-in-laws family) recently spent several days at the Mason Beach Inn. We loved our time there. The location is the best aspect of this hotel. It is walking distance from everything. The beach and harbor are both just a few blocks away. State Street and the downtown shopping areas... more

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1 of 5 stars
BenjaminCalifornia   1 contribution
California
May 18, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
1
person found this review helpful

My husband and I checked in the afternoon of Saturday May 16th for one night. When we entered our room there was a strong insecticide or disinfectant smell, so we simply opened a window to air out. We retuned at midnight from a dinner show and when we opened the door there was a very strong urine smell and sewer... more

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5 of 5 stars
CindyCBoston   12 contributions
Boston
May 9, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
1
person found this review helpful

One block from beach, comfortable, large room, clean - a gem for the price more

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5 of 5 stars
Gloria069   2 contributions
St. Louis, MO
Apr 22, 2009 | Trip type: Family
1
person found this review helpful

The Mason Inn was just perfect for us! Clean, cozy, and great location to the harbor, the wharf, the beach and State Street. The staff-front desk, maids, and maintenance crew were very friendly. The inn was very quiet and restful. The pool and hot tub were clean and peaceful. Would stay here again in a heartbeat! more

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4 of 5 stars
Happy_J83   2 contributions
Los Angeles,CA
Apr 5, 2009 | Trip type: Friends getaway
1
person found this review helpful

when we arrive, check in is really fast,the clerk is very nice to show us the map around the city and also some info.that we need. The room is clean and very quiet, and look just like what I see from hotel's website. I really have no idea how the bad reviews come from. It's very happy experience to stay... more

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Address: 324 West Mason Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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