Santa Barbara Bed and Breakfast Inns.
Lodging That’s Anything But Ordinary.

This is one reason that Santa Barbara is known as the American Riviera. Here, bed and breakfast lodging is unique. Lushly landscaped historic arts of architecture with old world charm and good old-fashioned hospitality…Santa Barbara style.

Old Yacht Club Inn
Just one block from Santa Barbara’s East Beach, the Old Yacht Club Inn was the first bed and breakfast in Santa Barbara. Built in historic California Mission style (main building 1912), this 12-room masterpiece features four-poster beds, classic early American and European antiques, floral prints, wainscoting and an expansive porch showcased by a white picket fence. And as an added convenience, the Old Town Trolley that tours the city stops across the street.

Inn on Summer Hill
A charming 17-room hideaway in quaint Summerland within walking distance of 10 antique shops. This English style country B&B includes romantic views across the ocean bay of the islands. Breakfast is served next to a crackling fireplace. These folks also offer package deals relating to golf, bicycling tours, kayaking and private jaunts to Santa Barbara Wineries.

Prufock’s B&B by the Beach
A historic main house (1904 home) sprawled across manicured gardens in laid-back Carpinteria which boasts one of the safest beaches in the nation for swimming and tide pooling. Catch some tanning rays and take romantic sunset strolls along the beach. Featured in Lands End magazine, this bed and breakfast has a white picket fence, handmade quilts, hanging swings and potbelly fireplaces. Try the two-room cottage with two patios and a Jacuzzi tub.

The Simpson House Inn
This elegantly restored 1874 landmark Victorian estate received the AAA’s only North American Five Diamond B&B Rating in 1998. The original house set in English-style gardens features six rooms with four nearby English cottages nestled under an ancient English oak tree. Each room features a private fountain patio, wood-burning fireplace and whirlpool tub. Delightful breakfast kicks off the day and in the evening, wine and Mediterranean hors d’ oeuvres carve away at dinner plans. A smartly dressed staff out paces the standards of fine hotels.

Secret Garden Inn & Cottages
Inspired by its French owner, this graceful yet simple bed and breakfast is more ideal for travelers seeking more space than fluff. Two rooms make up most the main house with nine cottage rooms spread throughout the garden with five featuring private decks and hot tubs. Cocktail house focuses on French wines and cheeses. Monthly artist showings are presented in the garden on weekends.

Bayberry Inn
This restored 1894 home has eight guestrooms featuring canopy beds, chandeliers, private baths, decks and fireplaces. Sitting on a half acre of prime Santa Barbara lushness, floral prints accent its 19th century décor. Smell the aroma of fresh-baked breads and desserts and flora from the garden. Expect a hearty, expertly prepared breakfast by the family staff.

Tiffany Country House
Located just two blocks from downtown Santa Barbara, this is a classic bed and breakfast with seven rooms set in an 1898 country house. Its Penthouse Suite occupies the entire third floor with a private terrace overlooking the city. This place sets the stage for relaxation.

Cheshire Cat Inn
Known for lush colorful gardens, this bed and breakfast features two Victorian homes built in 1894 that have 14 exquisitely designed guestrooms each named classically from Alice in Wonderland. Not your typical floral and fluff, this B&B is almost knick-knack free. A full spa provides facials, body wraps and massages. Its James House features four rooms and a shared kitchen which makes for a great family retreat.

Bath Street Inn
Built in the 1890s, this Queen Anne Victorian offers full gourmet breakfast, afternoon tea and evening wine tasting. Each room has its own attraction from prime views overlooking the Santa Barbara lowlands. Its Wisteria Room has a private entrance, bedside fireplace and dual Jacuzzi. For those on a budget, Susan’s Loft on the third floor is a cozy retreat.

Orchid Inn at Santa Barbara
This B&B was formally the Blue Dolphin Inn on West Montecito Street in Santa Barbara just two blocks from the beach. It is a restored Queen Anne Victorian style home built in the early 1900s and has been recently transformed into a stylish, contemporary bed and breakfast with nine elegant rooms most with Jacuzzi tubs, wood burning fireplaces and private entries.

Glenborough Inn
This bed and breakfast dominates its Bath Street neighborhood with six converted homes into B&B lodging. Each home was originally built at varying times between 1885 and 1912 each with unique settings, differing sizes and features such as kitchenettes, Franklin stove fireplaces, Jacuzzis, covered patios and mountain and garden views. This B&B has a broad range of room options and a gourmet vegetarian breakfast can be served in room.

Bed and Breakfast in Santa Barbara Wine Country

Storybook Inn Bed and Breakfast
Nine themed guestrooms showcase interior design based on Hans Christian Andersen’s famed tales. This Solvang favorite wine country retreat features four-poster or Victorian beds, antiques, and marble fireplaces. This three-story villa is next to the famous PCPA theaterfest of world-class performances and near 200+ retail outlets.

Santa Ynez Inn
Set in the western town of Santa Ynez, this Victorian style bed and breakfast features 14 rooms stocked with Frette linens, DVD/CD systems and data ports and includes colorful gardens, afternoon wine tasting, gourmet breakfast and massage/spa treatment rooms. Many guestrooms include fireplaces and balconies with vineyard views. Walk to the Mavick Saloon, a western institution.

Ballard Inn
A great bed and breakfast for wine-tasting enthusiasts featuring a two-story building in the quiet winery town of Ballard. Chef Budi serves up a globally inspired approach to Santa Barbara Wine Country cuisine. There’s a wealth of nearby excursions from carriage to glider rides. Hop on a bike and within 5 minutes pedal to nearby Blackjack, Rideau, Buttonwood or Foley wineries.