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      Simpson House Inn

      557 Reviews
      #1 of 52 Hotels in Santa Barbara
      121 E Arrellaga St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101-1903
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      5.0
      557 reviews
      • Excellent89%
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      Reviewed 4 days ago
      Best Inn Ever!!

      My husband and I stayed here for our anniversary and it exceeded ALL of our expectations. The accommodations and grounds are charming, excellent linens, fancy delicious food, appetizers and wine galore and on and on. The staff could not have been more friendly. We cannot...More

      Thank Karlyn S
      Reviewed 1 week ago
      Serene, Lovely Get-Away in the Heart of Santa Barbara

      I've traveled a lot, yet this bed & breakfast is my all-time favorite. The rooms are lovely Victorian style spaces with comfortable beds. I stayed in a room with a patio, and at no extra cost, the staff had our breakfast delivered to our room...More

      Thank MollyRM
      Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
      Wonderfully relaxing

      This Inn has such attention to detail. Everything is taken care of and you feel spoilt from the minute you arrive at the gorgeous 19th century Inn set within immaculate gardens, to the moment you (very reluctantly) leave. The staff are attentive but respect the...More

      Thank janettags
      Reviewed 3 weeks ago
      A wonderful guest house with exemplary service

      This is a private guest house / boutique hotel that has been lovingly cared for and restored over the years. With all the modern amenities - speedy wifi , net flicks etc - it is also incredibly peaceful and calm - the terraces and garden...More

      Thank Southparadequeen
      Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
      Stunningly peaceful beautifully restored building

      We stayed two nights in this beautiful hotel. The staff were so friendly and the overall feel was of being in a part of old England! We were made to feel very special - everything was personalised - down to the breakfast menus! The breakfasts...More

      Thank LindaT1313
      Response from Tony P, General Manager at Simpson House InnResponded 1 week ago

      Dear LindaT1313, We are so glad you stayed with us and thank you for your kind words. We look forward to your return.

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      About
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      Amenities
      • Top amenities
      • Free Parking
      • Breakfast included
      • Room Service
      • Free High Speed Internet ( WiFi )
      • Hotel Amenities
      • Free Parking
      • Breakfast included
      • Room Service
      • Concierge
      • Multilingual Staff
      • Room amenities
      • Air Conditioning
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      • Price range
      • $364 - $671 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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      • Hotel Style
      • #1 Luxury Hotel in Santa Barbara
      • Room types
      • Suites ,
      • Non-Smoking Rooms
      • Number of rooms
      • 15
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      Erika S
      May 19, 2017|
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      Response from franc0file | Reviewed this property |
      Not sure if all rooms have a fridge, but the one we stayed in did ( small, but it did the trick)
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      February 1, 2017|
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      Response from sunny77us |
      I did call and they got back to me immediately. They don't have a room with 2 beds for me and my sister sadly. Such a beautiful place though – I would love to visit with my husband!
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      February 1, 2017|
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      Response from JSheiner | Reviewed this property |
      I don't know. We had a queen.
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      "We were in the smallest room, the sun room, and it was very nice."
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