Franciscan Inn & SuitesvsCasa Del Mar
Franciscan Inn & Suites and Casa Del Mar are both endorsed by writers. Overall, Franciscan Inn & Suites is the choice of most professionals compared to Casa Del Mar. Franciscan Inn & Suites ranks #24 in Santa Barbara with recommendations from 4 sources including Lonely Planet, Gayot and Frommer's.
Franciscan Inn & Suites
 Frommer's
 Lonely Planet
 Gayot
 Fodor's
109 Bath Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $95/night
- Hot Tub
 - Free Internet
 - Free Breakfast
 - Concierge
 - Laundy Room
 - Pool
 
 "The Franciscan is situated in a quiet neighborhood just a block from the beach, near Stearns Wharf." Full review
 "Settle into the relaxing, French-country charms of this two-story motel about one block from the beach." Full review
 "A Spanish-Mediterranean facade and willowy palm trees belie no-frills accommodations at this 53-room property." 
 "The friendly staff and the range of cheery, spacious country-theme rooms, from singles to mini- and family suites, at this Spanish-Mediterranean motel make this a good choice for families." 
Casa Del Mar
 Frommer's
 Gayot
18 Bath Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $124/night
- Pet Friendly
 - Hot Tub
 - Free Internet
 - Free Breakfast
 - Laundry Service
 - Free Parking
 
 "A half-block from the beach (sorry, no views), Casa del Mar is an excellent-value Spanish-architecture inn with one- and two-room suites in addition to standard-size rooms." Full review
 "One of the many motels within a block or so of the waterfront, the quality Casa Del Mar Inn offers a continental breakfast buffet and wine and cheese in the early evening."