SIMPSON HOUSE INN, Santa Barbara

Simpson House Inn - A Victorian Estate with English Gardens and Gourmet Dining in Historic Santa Barbara

Located in a tranquil downtown neighborhood, this five-star Santa Barbara hotel occupies a restored Victorian estate from 1874. The adult-only property features 15 accommodations spread across the Victorian Manor, Carriage Barn, and English Cottages. An acre of English gardens with fountains surrounds the property, which earned the Santa Barbara Beautiful Award. Guests receive daily gourmet breakfast, afternoon refreshments, evening wine with hors d'oeuvres, and dessert service. The Simpson House Inn offers rooms with wood-burning fireplaces, private balconies, and whirlpool tubs. Located 0.3 miles from Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden and 0.5 miles from the County Courthouse, the property sits within walking distance to State Street's dining and shopping. The carriage house rooms and English-style cottages in the back corners of the property provide enhanced privacy.

Pros

An acre of lush English gardens features trickling fountains and secluded seating areas

Daily included dining: gourmet breakfast, afternoon tea, evening wine reception, and desserts

Historic Victorian architecture with period furnishings and authentic wallpapers

Walking distance to downtown restaurants, shops, and cultural attractions

Cons

Adult-only property not suitable for families with children

Some rooms require climbing stairs with no elevator access