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Sandpiper Lodge

2.0 of 5
3525 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
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Sandpiper Lodge
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Cardiff, United Kingdom
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9 reviews 9 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013

This hotel is very basic with what you'd expect from a motel a little less than 10 minutes from the centre of Santa Barbara. The room was clean, but basic, the decor could do with an update and the bathroom left a little to be desired with just a shower and toilet. The safe in the room required a waiver... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2013 via mobile

I do understand no smoking rooms policies very well, but the fact that you have to walk away from your room balcony to a smoking area between garbages makes no sense especially since it's not advertised or said before you checked in. The pool and spa closes at 10:00 so forget it if you want to relax after a late... More

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Mark R, General Manager at Sandpiper Lodge, responded to this review
May 2, 2013

Hello I want to Thank-yo for letting us know about your stay. Based on guests requests we have gone to a 100% Non smoking Hotel except in our smoking area which is in the back of the driveway between two car ports. I know some of our guests do smoke and we do want your business but the Non smoking... More

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11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2013

Great hotel, well located in a quiet area of Santa Bárbara. Almost 30 blocks from the beach, so if your interest is to be close to the beach I would not recommend this hotel for you. You arrive in 5 minutes to the beaches by car. Beds are king size, very comfortable. Clean rooms, 42" TV LED and a small... More

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NYC
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2013

This is the perfect motel if you are on a budget. It is clean, the room large, breakfast included, carefully landscaped, the staff is pleasant and above all, for us, in winter the pool is heated and the jacuzzi powerful. There is a gym, yet some of the machines were not working properly when we stayed there (but who needs... More

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San Diego, California
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6 hotel reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

This place is meant for people who don't expect too much and yet it still offers some nice amenities (Pool, continental breakfast, free wifi, free parking). This is great for people who are on a budget and just need a place to sleep in the evening. Beds are comfy, TV, microwave, and refrig in the room. Bathroom, towels, and toilet... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 4, 2013

The room was clean and the motel is located near downtown S.B. near amazing and unique restaurants. We would definitely return in the near future. Only recommendation would be to offer fresh fruit option (ie, bananas, apples, oranges etc.) for continental breakfast.

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Oceanside, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 1, 2013

My husband, granddaughter and I spent two nights here for a family wedding. I was disappointed with the room (needs upgrading) but the exterior of the lodge is lovely and the employees are so accommodating and delightful that I'd consider staying there again. Price was right ~ not out of sight like many hotels/motels in the area. Loved the location... More

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Los Angeles, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 29, 2013

I stayed here while touring wine country with my family and we were very pleased with our stay. Everyone was very friendly and our room was very clean. The decor was dated but we didn't mind one bit. Very happy with our stay and we would recommend it.

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Jerusalem
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2013

stayed there for 1 night. the place was clean but old - the shower was dripping. the plac os nice - nothing special. there's a spa - hot thab and a sweeming pool. breakfast was below averge and had only cakes and some chirios.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 26, 2013 via mobile

Before planning my vacation to Santa Barbara on, I went on Kayak.com to find a great deal for a hotel room. Personally I myself like to read other reviews and then determine where the best location is, but without going over my budget. Santa Barbara is known for being very expensive, and when I saw Sandpiper Lodge I thought what... More

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Also Known As:
Sandpiper Hotel
Sandpiper Hotel Santa Barbara
Sandpiper Motel Santa Barbara
Sandpiper Santa Barbara
Sandpiper Inn Santa Barbara
Address: 3525 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Region: United States > California > Santa Barbara
Amenities:
Fitness Center Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
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Ranked #29 of 61 hotels in Santa Barbara
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Hotel Class:2 star (2*)
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