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Simpson House Inn
5.0 star property

Luxury adults-only bed & breakfast near Santa Barbara Bowl

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Simpson House Inn

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Garden
Property grounds
Exterior
Luxury Cottage, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub, Fireplace (Plumstead Cottage) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
Property amenity

Overview of Simpson House Inn

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Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Highlights
  • Staff & service is scored top 10% in Santa Barbara by travelers.
  • Free breakfast is scored top 10% in Santa Barbara by travelers.

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

Check out the area

Map
121 East Arrellaga Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Popular LocationSanta Barbara County Courthouse11 min walk
  • Popular LocationMission Santa Barbara17 min walk
  • Popular LocationSanta Barbara Bowl5 min drive
  • AirportSanta Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)12 min drive
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Room options

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Fireplace, Garden View (Weathervane)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Designer toiletries
  • 441 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Loft, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Fireplace, Garden View (Hayloft)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Designer toiletries
  • 506 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Signature Room, Accessible, Jetted Tub, Fireplace (Carriage Room)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
HDTV
  • 474 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Luxury Bungalow, 1 Queen Bed, Patio, Garden Area (The Garden Room)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 210 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Fireplace (Tack Room)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
HDTV
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Mary Simpson - Detached Private Bathroom)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
HDTV
Detached private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Traditional Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Fireplace (Pendle Cottage)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 506 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Katharine McCormick)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
HDTV
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 220 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Luxury Cottage, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub, Fireplace (Plumstead Cottage)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Garden View (Sun Room)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 166 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed (Margaret Simpson)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 255 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Luxury Cottage, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub, Fireplace (Greenwich Cottage)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace (Parlor)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View (Robert and Julia Simpson)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
  • 228 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Cottage, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub, Fireplace (Abbeywood Cottage)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

Simpson House Inn is located in Upper East, a neighborhood in Santa Barbara, and is near a train station and near a boardwalk/promenade. Travelers looking for local activities can try Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor, while those looking to experience a bit of culture can stop by Santa Barbara Bowl. Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, snorkeling, and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 11 min walk
  • Mission Santa Barbara - 17 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 5 min drive
  • Santa Barbara City College - 5 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks - 10 min walk
  • IHOP - 5 min walk
  • Secret Bao - 12 min walk
  • Cajé Coffee - Arlington St - 8 min walk
  • Garrett's Old Fashioned Restaurant - 10 min walk

About this property

Simpson House Inn

Luxury bed & breakfast located in Upper East
Santa Barbara Bowl is located near Simpson House Inn, which provides free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. In addition to a library and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Multilingual staff, luggage storage, and a front-desk safe
  • Free newspapers, smoke-free premises, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff, and first-rate property condition
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and free bottled water.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • HDTVs with cable channels
  • Daily housekeeping and phones

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1874
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • iPod dock
  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance. Elevators are not available.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Simpson House Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Simpson House Inn?

As of Apr 25, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Simpson House Inn on Apr 28, 2024 start from $359.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Simpson House Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Simpson House Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Simpson House Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Simpson House Inn located?

Located in Upper East, this luxury bed & breakfast is within 1 mi (2 km) of Alice Keck Memorial Garden and Santa Barbara Bowl. Alameda Park and Arlington Theater are also within 15 minutes.

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General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Beautiful Rooms
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
5.0