BEST WESTERN PLUS PEPPER TREE INN, Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn - Spanish-inspired resort hotel with two pools and tropical gardens in Upper State

Spanning 5 acres of tropical gardens with palm-lined pathways and cascading bougainvillea, this 3-star Santa Barbara hotel features Spanish-inspired architecture with ornate tile and wrought-iron details. Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn houses two outdoor swimming pools, a hot tub, and a fitness center. Each room comes equipped with air conditioning, laptop-friendly workspaces, refrigerators, coffeemakers, and Crabtree & Evelyn bath products. The Treehouse Restaurant and Lounge serves casual dining, while a coffee shop provides additional refreshment options. The property includes 3000 square feet of conference space with a 24-hour business center. A firepit, garden, and dry cleaning services complement the amenities. The Best Western sits adjacent to La Cumbre Plaza's open-air boutiques and restaurants, positioning guests 0.5 miles from Five Points Shopping Center and 4 miles from Stearns Wharf.

Pros

Located on Highway 101 with easy access to Los Padres National Forest

Eight restaurants within 0.3 miles, including Chuck's Steakhouse and Lure Fish House

Complimentary movie rentals with in-room DVD players

Free shuttle service available

Cons

2.5 miles from Santa Barbara County Courthouse

Nearest beach requires transportation