CHESHIRE CAT INN & COTTAGES, Santa Barbara

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages - A Victorian B&B with Alice in Wonderland theme, homemade European breakfast, and English gardens

Set in two Victorian Queen Ann houses and Craftsman cottages, this 4-star Santa Barbara hotel blends an Alice in Wonderland theme with English hospitality. Each of the 18 accommodations features private bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, and views of the gardens or Santa Ynez mountains. The Tweedledum suite offers a whirlpool tub, while the cottages include full kitchens, fireplaces, and private patios. The Cheshire Cat Inn serves a hearty European breakfast with homemade granola, pastries, fresh fruit, and daily hot specialties like Danish ebelskivers or vegetarian quiche. The property's gardens showcase oak trees, fountains, cushioned love seats, and chaise lounges. A 24-hour refreshment center provides coffee and tea service. Located in Santa Barbara Downtown, the inn sits four blocks from shops, restaurants, and theaters, with Paseo Nuevo shopping center featuring tiled courtyards and fountains nearby.

Pros

Unique themed rooms inspired by Lewis Carroll's classic and Cheshire, England

Complimentary European breakfast with daily homemade specialties

Tranquil garden setting with fountains and lounging areas

Business center with guest computer and printer available

Cons

No pets allowed

Four-block walk to main shopping and dining areas