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Canary, a Kimpton Hotel: Traveler Reviews

4.0 of 5
31 West Carrillo, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (Formerly Canary Hotel Santa Barbara)
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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London, United Kingdom
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10 reviews 10 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
“One of the best boutique hotels ever!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 18, 2013

The Canary is so much nicer than the pictures on the site!
Casual but luxurious decor; fantastic service; great location near fab restaurants, shops and the museum and an amazing rooftop relax/pool area make for an amazing stay.
The beds, bed linen and towels are all top quality and my suite was very relaxing.
Every detail is thought about and the nice little treats such as wine tasting/tour, a little frog for the bath, welcome board for dogs ensure the hotel is unique. And throughout all areas it smells as if you are in paradise :)
Please, please could you guys open Kimpton hotels in Europe? We need you!

  • Stayed March 2013, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Caroline_Dyal, General Manager at Canary, a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
March 31, 2013
Oh FSM20, we need you too! Seriously, you complete us. Thank you so much for the props and for mentioning the fun little touches we do here. Hopefully we can join you across the pond soon! Come back and visit!
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El Paso, Texas
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“Miscell. Issues”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 18, 2013

The hotel was everything the website said it was it's just the little things that bugged me. I like to have coffee in the (early) morning while on the computer but No coffee pot. Had to order coffee everyday and a pot of hot water for tea each time. I do believe those small coffee pots would not take up much room. I had used the plastic wine glasses and the two glasses in the rooms bathroom the first night and they were never replaced even upon asking the staff. The same went witht he shampoo and cream (we were 3) and had to go hunt down a staff member to refill. There was construction under our window so we could not open the doors. Like I titled this miscell. issues, otherwise a great place. The roof top of the hotel is beautiful as long as there is NO wind.

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  • Stayed March 2013, traveled with family
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Caroline_Dyal, General Manager at Canary, a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
March 31, 2013
Hi mspatron,
Oh boy – sounds like we missed a few opportunities here. I’m so glad you still found us to be a great place, but it’s the small touches we could have improved. Thank you so much for letting us know and for your next visit, be sure to request a coffeemaker for the room prior to arrival. As long as we know your needs and have the means to accommodate, we can execute and we are happy to do so! Thank you again so much and we hope to see you soon!
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40 helpful votes 40 helpful votes
“Couldn't have asked for more”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 17, 2013

I just got back from a weekend in Santa Barbara, and this hotel was wonderful. The place was just beautiful. I went with a friend, and we shared a double room. The room was huge and the bathroom was lovely. The location was perfect. We were able to walk to dinner every night. And at the end of the evening, we would end up on the roof. I loved it up there.

They really made the stay for us. We had an early day on Friday and needed to bring a lunch. We asked the night before for lunch to go, and they had it all ready and packed for us at 7 the next morning. They were so accommodating. We also had a very early check out, and they made it so easy to be on our way. The service was fantastic overall. Everyone did a great job.

I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone.

  • Stayed March 2013, traveled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Caroline_Dyal, General Manager at Canary, a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
March 31, 2013
simply_victoria, you are simply fabulous!! I couldn’t have asked for a more positive retelling of your stay! Thank you so much for highlighting not only our amazing rooftop and accommodations, but also the team. Your experience speaks to exactly what the team here loves to do and I am blessed to work with a group of fantastic people here who love finding ways to show they care. Please come back and visit us again soon!
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“A nice hotel in Santa Barbara”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 17, 2013

We really enjoyed this hotel. It boasts wonderful Spanish art nouveau design, which really suits the atmosphere of the town. The complimentary wine hour was a nice touch. The location is great, with easy access to restaurants and coffee shops, as well as shopping. But not very close to the beach. All the staff were really helpful and friendly, as well.

I would generally say that this is a nice hotel, but there's something slightly underwhelming about the experience. It's just not super memorable. But I would still recommend it as a good place to stay in Santa Barbara.

  • Stayed December 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Caroline_Dyal, General Manager at Canary, a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
March 31, 2013
So glad you and yours enjoyed your time with us, IAH88! And that the staff took great care of you is so great to hear. I’m a little troubled you didn’t find your December stay to be terribly memorable and would love to hear more about it if you have the time? If so, please e-mail me at caroline.dyal@canarysantabarbara.com so we can hopefully add those touches to make your next visit that much more! Thanks again!
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Chatham, NJ
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Fantastic staff”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 12, 2013

The staff at The Canary were so friendly and accommodating. And I'm pretty sure I was upgraded to a suite at no extra charge. I would definitely stay here again and would highly recommend it to others.

  • Stayed March 2013, traveled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Caroline_Dyal, General Manager at Canary, a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
March 31, 2013
Thank you so much, Jcy2123! Love that you found the team friendly and accommodating – and that they stealth-ninja moved you to a suite is so great! Please do stay with us again soon!
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Also Known As:
Canary Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Canary Hotel
Address: 31 West Carrillo, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (Formerly Canary Hotel Santa Barbara)
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Region: United States > California > Santa Barbara
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Center Fitness Center Free High-Speed Internet Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#1 Business Hotels in Santa Barbara
#3 Luxury Hotels in Santa Barbara
#8 Family Hotels in Santa Barbara
Price Range: $$$
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Looking for the most stylish place to land in Santa Barbara? Come to the Canary Hotel. Nestled near State Street’s galleries, shops and restaurants, this fun-filled, full-service boutique hotel is a short stroll from beautiful beaches and a quick drive to wine country. ... more   less 
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