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Simpson House Inn

4.0 of 5
121 East Arrellaga Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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Simpson House Inn
4.5 of 5 stars 127 Reviews
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san jose
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

My friend and I meet in Santa Barbara for a girl's weekend every year. We just enjoyed our 13th year this past weekend. We've stayed at The Simpson House for 10 of those 13 years. The first year we stayed at another BnB just because we didn't really know where to stay. Over the years, we've tried a couple of... More

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San Francisco, California
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

What a delightful little gem of a place, near everything you want to see and do in Santa Barbara, yet tranquil in its own right. Staff is delightful and rooms charming. I highly recommend it if you want a romantic place for a few days.

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San Diego, California
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

I love the Simpson House and have been there a couple of times. The grounds are as beautiful as the photos show - I have even had my own yard based on the landscaping! The rooms are wonderful, some have bathrooms in the room. Very romantic.

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Fountain Valley, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

We took advantage of a Living Social deal to stay here and had a wonderful time. It was raining when we arrived; the staff met us at our car with umbrellas to unload our luggage and get us checked in. That was typical of the service we received all weekend. The food was very good; the staff provided great recommendations... More

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Sevenoaks
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012
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We returned to the Simpson Inn after 10 years. A warm welcome from friendly and professional staff, the lovely room, then the tasty evening hors doevres, a walk into lovely Santa Barbara, returning for hot drinks and such a comfortable night's sleep all contributed to the feeling of luxury and comfort. The room could not be better, comfortable, elegant and... More

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la
2 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012

We had a very nice stay at the Simpson House Inn and enjoyed learning about the history of the Inn. We also viewed similar beautiful 100+ year old homes on our walks throughout the neighborhood. The Simpson house and grounds are really unique and it was a pleasure to experience a bit of history in Santa Barbara. Kerry and Christian... More

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5 reviews 5 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

We have stayed at the Simpson House several times over the years, driving up from San Diego for a special weekend or event in Santa Barbara. We both completely love it there! The staff has always been so accommodating. The breakfasts delivered to your room to enjoy on your own veranda/balcony....awesome! I will say that more recently, maybe the food... More

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ontario
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21 reviews 21 reviews
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30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2012

We stayed in the smallest room in the main inn at a reasonable price and enjoyed all the same amenities as those who paid more --- a lot more in some cases. Actually all the rooms in the main inn are about the same with respect to being smallish. But that goes with being in a B&B in an actual... More

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Los Ranchos, NM
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2012
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I think the Simpson House is still perfect, after all these years. I usually stay in the most modest room in the Inn, with the bathroom across the hall (belonging to the visitor in that room only). Since I read the reviews I can think of two improvements needed; one is better lighting for reading in the bed or the... More

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L.A.
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2012
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There was a time when the Simpson House was perfect. The rooms where charming, the cocktail hour & breakfast were amazing and although quite pricy, well worth it. We went back time and again for a very special weekend away. When my husbands big birthday was coming around our daughter flew in from N.Y. and we all met at the... More

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Simpson House, Manager at Simpson House Inn, responded to this review
8 April 2012

These guests should have been OFFERED an upgrade. If circumstances do not permit a full complimentary upgrade then we are happy to offer one at a nominal charge subject to availability. After staying in the more spacious Carriage House at a special rate we understand that the accommodations in the Victorian Estate Home would seem small and pricey. We have... More

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121 East Arrellaga Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Price range (per night):* S$454 - 750

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