Villa Rosa InnvsThe Waterman
Villa Rosa Inn and The Wayfarer are both endorsed by professional reviewers. Overall, The Wayfarer ranks slightly better than Villa Rosa Inn. The Wayfarer is ranked #20 in Santa Barbara with positive reviews from 5 reviewers including Condé Nast Traveler, Fodor's and The Telegraph.
Villa Rosa Inn
 Gayot
 Oyster
15 Chapala Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $107/night
- Hot Tub
 - Free Internet
 - Free Breakfast
 - Laundry Service
 - Concierge
 - Pool
 
 "For a relaxing and laidback Santa Barbara stay, Villa Rosa Inn won't disappoint." 
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Special requests are welcome.
Mid-Range
 "The three-pearl Villa Rosa Inn is a two-minute walk from East Beach in Santa Barbara." Full review
The Waterman
 Gayot
 Condé Nast Traveler
 Fodor's
 Afar Magazine
 The Telegraph
12 East Montecito Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $169/night
- Free Internet
 - Free Breakfast
 - Laundry Service
 - Concierge
 - Laundy Room
 - Pool
 
 "Guests can choose from 31 modern private and shared accommodations with full en-suite bathrooms. All enjoy access to a community kitchen and heated outdoor pool." Full review
 "The Wayfarer has both shared and pri- vate rooms—along with free Wi-Fi, a Spanish colonial–style communal kitchen, and a heated pool." Full review
 "Rates include breakfast, use of the community kitchen, and access to the outdoor heated pool and a sunny deck with reclining lounge chairs." Full review
 "Part hostel and part hotel, The Wayfarer is a sweet spot for those who want a playful, not-too-fussy place to rest their heads after a long day of traveling." Full review
8.0
 "Definitely in a category of its own." Full review