Opened in 1931, this Mediterranean style hotel is one of Santa Barbara's finest. From the beautiful beachviews, VIP service, friendly staff, to the heated pool and health spa, your adventure to Santa Barbara is at a wonderful beginning. The little extras are bathrobes, beachview balcony(some rooms), mini-bar, nintendo for the kids, voice mail with modem jack, highly acclaimed restaurant, room service and cocktail lounge with weekend entertainment. Coffee makers, hair dryers and irons are included in the rooms. Excellent facilities for weddings and business meetings.

The fabulous location is across from the beautiful wide beach, 3 mile bike/walking path ( Bicycle rentals are on the premises), beach playground and volleyball courts and next to the beautiful Santa Barbara Zoo. For breakfast or lunch, eat at the Bath House across the street on the beach. The Santa Barbara Electric Shuttle stops in front of the hotel to whirl you downtown for shopping and restaurants. No need to drive.