Simpson House Inn
121 East Arrellaga Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, United States – Excellent location - show map
Excellent location — rated 9.6/10! (score from 176 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
This was an outstanding experience! We're looking for reasons to return to Santa Barbara just to be able to stay here again! Beautiful accommodation and exemplary hospitality!!
Canadaexceptional service , food and wine . I would definitely return and recommend to friends and family
United KingdomThe house was amazing and fantastic location. The grounds were huge and very well kept. The staff were very friendly and helpful especially when our taxi didn't turn up.for the train station and offered us a lift! The free afternoon and evening nibbles and wine
United KingdomLocation was great, 10 minute walk to local restaurants
United Kingdomeverything was super - no issues at all and we really enjoyed this place!
IrelandWonderful hotel, good location, breakfast and afternoon buffet delicious, calm and serene gardens. The staff were polite and friendly. Overall a great place to stay when visiting Santa Barbara.
United KingdomExcellent breakfast. Hors d’oeuvre and wine on arrival a wonderful touch. Public rooms very atmospheric and quaint. Staff very welcoming & keen to please
United KingdomA beautiful property close to the main centre but wonderfully tranquil. I stayed in the sun room and although the room was a little small, it was tasteful decorated, with a wonderful large sun deck. Excellent breakfast on the veranda and superb hors d’hoeuvres with wine late afternoon. An exceptional escape hotel.
United Kingdom~ Beautiful and historic rooms in keeping with the house. ~ stunning gardens surrounding the property ~ Breakfast was fantastic - a 3 course meal with the main meal something different each day, cooked perfectly alongside fantastic service! ~ Lovely warm scones and cookies served in the afternoon and evening. ~ Complete with fantastic hour d’oeuvres served early evening which varied each day and all delicious ~ turn down service each night ~ relaxing place, quiet and peaceful ~ one of the best hotels in California!!
United KingdomConvenient access to room from parking and to room. Wonderful balcony at which to have breakfast, and wonderful balcony outside of our room. Loved the Molton Brown products in the bathroom. Staff was great. Quiet location.
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Stay in the heart of Santa Barbara – Excellent location - show map
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Built in 1874, this Victorian bed and breakfast is surrounded by lush landscaped gardens and 3 blocks of city parks. It features gourmet breakfast and evening wine tastings. Guest rooms offer free Wi-Fi.
The individually styled rooms at Simpson House Inn offer a flat-screen cable TV and a DVD player. Boasting hardwood floors and Victorian décor, the rooms include a coffee maker and a work desk. Bathrobes, slippers and bath amenities are provided.
Guests of Inn Simpson House can enjoy breakfast in their rooms or out in the garden, cooked by a gourmet chef. Afternoon refreshments and an appetizer buffet are also provided daily.
Explore the area with the property’s free bike rentals.
This property is a 5-minute walk from historic downtown Santa Barbara, and is 5 blocks from Arlington Theatre. Santa Barbara Botanical Gardens is 2.3 miles away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
Most popular facilities
West Beach
8.5 Very good beach1.6 miles from propertyEast Beach
8.8 Fabulous beach1.6 miles from property
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See what guests loved the most:
- Sylvia
Canada“This was an outstanding experience! We're looking for reasons to return to Santa Barbara just to be able to stay here again! Beautiful accommodation and exemplary hospitality!!” 
Diane
United Kingdom“exceptional service , food and wine . I would definitely return and recommend to friends and family”
ClaireUnited Kingdom“The house was amazing and fantastic location. The grounds were huge and very well kept. The staff were very friendly and helpful especially when our taxi didn't turn up.for the train station and offered us a lift! The free afternoon and evening...”
JulianUnited Kingdom“Location was great, 10 minute walk to local restaurants”
Emma
Ireland“everything was super - no issues at all and we really enjoyed this place!”- GaynorUnited Kingdom“Wonderful hotel, good location, breakfast and afternoon buffet delicious, calm and serene gardens. The staff were polite and friendly. Overall a great place to stay when visiting Santa Barbara.”
- DDonaldUnited Kingdom“Excellent breakfast. Hors d’oeuvre and wine on arrival a wonderful touch. Public rooms very atmospheric and quaint. Staff very welcoming & keen to please”
MilesUnited Kingdom“A beautiful property close to the main centre but wonderfully tranquil. I stayed in the sun room and although the room was a little small, it was tasteful decorated, with a wonderful large sun deck. Excellent breakfast on the veranda and superb...”- ZgUnited Kingdom“~ Beautiful and historic rooms in keeping with the house. ~ stunning gardens surrounding the property ~ Breakfast was fantastic - a 3 course meal with the main meal something different each day, cooked perfectly alongside fantastic service! ~...”
- Joanna
United States“Convenient access to room from parking and to room. Wonderful balcony at which to have breakfast, and wonderful balcony outside of our room. Loved the Molton Brown products in the bathroom. Staff was great. Quiet location.”
- Do any of your rooms have bathtubs?We have three rooms with claw foot tubs with brass shower heads that come up over the tub. Also, four that have Jacuzzi jet tubs in the room.Answered on 22 October 2020
- Do you have electric car charge points?Good evening, Thank you for contacting the Inn regarding an electric car charging point. We unfortunately do not have an electric car charging statio..Answered on 18 May 2022
- If I book through booking.com, will my card be charged right away or do I pay at the property during check in or check out?Hello, Thank you for choosing to stay with us for your upcoming dates. We charge 30 days prior to arrival.Answered on 23 September 2022
- What outdoor activities do you offer?Santa Barbara have plenty of outdoor activities, like kayaking, hiking, bicycling.... The Hotel have two complimentary cruiser bikes for guests to us..Answered on 21 October 2019
- What does detached private bathroom really meanGood morning, Thank you for reaching out with a question about our Mary Simpson Room. This room has a bathroom that is located in the hallway, direct..Answered on 19 February 2022
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Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Simpson House Inn accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
FAQs about Simpson House Inn
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The prices at Simpson House Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Simpson House Inn offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Massage
- Cycling
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Guests staying at Simpson House Inn can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Full English/Irish
- Vegetarian
- American
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From the nearest airport, you can get to Simpson House Inn by:
- Car 30min
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Simpson House Inn is 850 yards from the centre of Santa Barbara.
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Room options at Simpson House Inn include:
- Double
- Bungalow
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Check-in at Simpson House Inn is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:30.
