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      Simpson House Inn

      565 Reviews
      #1 of 52 Hotels in Santa Barbara
      121 E Arrellaga St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101-1903
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      5.0
      565 reviews
      • Excellent89%
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      Reviewed 4 days ago via mobile
      Beautiful bed & breakfast

      Beautifully restored house from the mid 1800's. W0W, very attentive staff, everything you need. We were met in the car park on arrival. Breakfast on the verandah or in the garden was amazing and pre dinner drinks and nibbles in lounge, deck or garden in...More

      Thank mandys142
      Reviewed 4 days ago
      Upon arrival we were greeted and given a tour of the grounds and cottages; absolutely beautiful!

      My Cottage was perfect. It had a downstairs sitting room and a bedroom loft upstairs. The room and the amenities, great. When going in for the breakfast, you are met by the most attentive staff who satisfy your every need. You may sit inside or...More

      Thank ntterose
      Reviewed 2 weeks ago
      Oasis in Santa Barbara

      Our stay at Simpon House Inn started with an excellent and helpful phone call with Tony for our reservations. He was able to provide the exact rooms we needed for our family of four adults. Simpson House Inn is on a tranquil street within walking...More

      Thank Janice I
      Reviewed 2 weeks ago
      A little piece of Paradise

      We stayed here for a wedding on the recommendation of the bride. The Simpson House, hidden behind tall, well groomed hedges is a lovely peaceful place. The staff is gracious and will help a guest with any need. Our cottage was the Pendle. A beautiful...More

      Thank LaFuch
      Reviewed 3 weeks ago
      One of the best experiences

      From the time we came onsite to after checkout this was a glorious experience. Upon check-in we were met with the most friendly staff at the reception, Barbara. She was efficient, welcoming and quick to get us settled in to enjoy the room and grounds....More

      Thank 18JennP92
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      About
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      Amenities
      • Top amenities
      • Free Parking
      • Breakfast included
      • Room Service
      • Free High Speed Internet ( WiFi )
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      • Free Parking
      • Breakfast included
      • Room Service
      • Laundry Service
      • Concierge
      • Multilingual Staff
      • Room amenities
      • Air Conditioning
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      • Price range
      • US$361 - US$674 (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
      19 May 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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      sunny77us
      1 February 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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      sunny77us
      1 February 2017|
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      Response from JSheiner | Reviewed this property |
      I don't know. We had a queen.
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      "Every Cottage is separate and absolutely perfect! The surrounding grounds are gorgeous!"
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      "Not sure there is a bad room here but the Garden Room was beautiful."
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      "The cottages are great! a lot of privacy. But if you want a patio/balcony opt for a room in the main house."
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