Tucked away on a quiet street lined with turn of the centuyr homes and just 5 minutes from the bustling downtown, the Best Western Plus Encina Inn and Suites in Santa Barbara offers all the amenities of a small luxury hotel with the charm of a bed and breakfast inn. Enjoy the aviary, sip a local beer at the restaurant, or simply relax by the garden pool. Our hotel is ideal for extended stays for family vacations.
Spanish-style sophistication
Kimpton's Santa Barbara Hotel
Santa Barbara is The American Riviera. A place where travel dreams come true, and reality exceeds even your highest expectations. Kimpton Canary Hotel provides the quintessential Santa Barbara hotel experience, with luxurious accommodations and a staff focused on delighting you at every turn. The crown jewel of this Spanish-style hotel is its rooftop pool, which affords stunning views, particularly at sunset. Our four-post beds are said to be among the most indulgent of all-time. Book your stay at Kimpton Canary and allow our staff to guide you to adventures that make memories- like private tastings at our local world-class vineyards, beach time in style, and the best farm fresh cuisine beyond our beloved Finch and Fork restaurant. And because we're a Kimpton hotel, you can expect delightful perks such as hosted wine hour, thoughtful bath amenities, complimentary bikes and so much more.
Classic California Spanish Revival touches enhance the Holiday Inn Express® Santa Barbara's historic feel. Our Historic Landmark property, also known as the Hotel Virginia, was built in 1917 and features Malibu and Catalina tile-work, exposed brick walls, and wrought-iron railings.
With our convenient, downtown Santa Barbara location, the sights and sounds of the city are just steps away. Quietly charming, Santa Barbara boasts stunning Spanish architecture at sites like the Santa Barbara Courthouse. The beach and Stearns Wharf are only a few blocks from the hotel, while the Santa Barbara Zoo is about two miles away. Remember to see the Santa Barbara Mission, known as the "Queen of the Missions."
With free Wi-Fi, a Business Center, and easy access to major area employers, such as the County of Santa Barbara, University of California, SONOS, Lockheed Martin, and ExxonMobil; corporate travelers find this hotel the perfect choice.
Modern conveniences merge with historical touches to create a unique feel, and Santa Barbara vacations are made easy with amenities like the daily, complimentary Express Start Breakfast Bar, bike rentals, and Key 2 Fitness gym access. Our second-level balcony entices guests to relax while enjoying spectacular views of the city. Our comfortable, spacious guest rooms feature triple-sheeted beds, HD TVs, and more. Call us today and join us in the heart of Santa Barbara!