121 E Arrellaga St, Santa Barbara, California, United States | (805) 963-7067
Great location, a short walk to State Street dining and shopping
Free breakfast, and evening wine tastings and hors d'oeuvres
Some rooms feature a patio/balcony and a fireplace
In-room spa treatments including massages and facials
Access to nearby Santa Barbara Athletic Club, for a fee
Free bicycle loans and beach equipment available
Mini-fridge with free water and soda, and coffeemakers
Showers feature tacky bath product dispensers
Some bathroom fixtures are dingy
No pool or Jacuzzi
The quaint and upscale Simpson House Inn resides in a quiet residential area in an old Victorian home, originally built in 1872. This lovely bed and breakfast features two wrap-around porches on two levels, with wicker chairs overlooking the expansive lush property. The grounds are well maintained with flowering hydrangeas and lime trees. Some outdoor benches are worn and weathered, but it adds to the old-fashioned charm of the inn. Guests have the option of choosing from standard rooms, suites or cottages, which all feature a little patio or balcony, as well as a fireplace. The decor is consistent with the late 1800s, with lovely antiques and brass bathroom fixtures, though at times the floral carpeting or bedding may feel a bit dowdy. The free breakfast (enjoyed in the dining room or from the privacy of guest rooms), evening wine tastings and hors d'oeuvres, and the in-room spa treatments are nice perks.
Location
Near Santa Barbara's main airport and a short drive to area shopping and dining
Simpson House Inn is only a five-minute walk to Santa Barbara's historic downtown district filled with boutiques, art galleries, wineries, cafes, and restaurants.Santa Barbara is an affluent community in Santa Barbara County, home to five colleges and universities, as well as a large yachting population. Swaddled between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez Mountains, this charming town is known for its Spanish-inspired architecture, surfing, and the nightlife dotting State Street.- 13-minute drive to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport