--- title: "Simpson House Inn, Santa Barbara (CA) | StayVersus" description: "Simpson House Inn in Santa Barbara (CA): rated 9.5 by guests, 5-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side." url: https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/simpson-house-inn-santa-barbara-ca/ language: en source: StayVersus (https://stayversus.com) retrieved: 2026-10-14 --- Hotel · ★★★★★ # Simpson House Inn Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara (CA), United States 9.5 · Exceptional 23 reviews · #5 #5 of 43 in Santa Barbara (CA) · 4.8/5 on Google, 201 reviews · 5.1 Location score ## About Simpson House Inn Simpson House Inn is a hotel in Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara (CA), United States. It holds a 5-star rating. Guests rate it 9.5 out of 10 across 23 reviews. Facilities include spa, free breakfast, free parking, free wi-fi. It is 1.6 km from the centre of Santa Barbara (CA). The nearest airport, Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), is 12 km away. - **Type:** Hotel - **Star rating:** ★★★★★ - **Check-in from:** 15:00 - **Check-out until:** 11:00 - **Rooms:** 15 - **Opened:** 1875 - **Other stays within 500 m:** 3 121 East Arrellaga St. [simpsonhouseinn.com](http://www.simpsonhouseinn.com) ## How Simpson House Inn scores Better rated than 87% of hotels in Santa Barbara (CA) - Guest rating **9.5** - Location **5.1** - Facilities **5.8** - Families **0.0** - Spa & wellness **4.0** - Beach access **1.6** Santa Barbara (CA) average ## Rating on Google 4.8/5 201 Google reviews - 5★86% - 4★8% - 3★3% - 2★1% - 1★2% From the property’s public Google Maps listing. It is shown for reference and is not part of the StayVersus score. ## Amenities SpaFree breakfastFree parkingFree Wi-Fi ### Pool & wellness - Spa - Massage ### Food & drink - Free breakfast ### Leisure - Terrace ### Internet - Free Wi-Fi ### Parking & transport - Free parking ### Services - Concierge - Laundry - Luggage storage ### In the rooms - Air conditioning - Balcony - In-room safe - Coffee or tea maker Based on the property listing at our booking partner. ## Location - **Location score:** **5.1**/10 - **Walk grade:** **52**/100 Somewhat walkable - **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **12** - **Sights within 1 km:** **6**
Nearest beachWest Beach2.5 km6 min drive
Nearest airportSanta Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)12 km27 min drive
Distance to the centreSanta Barbara (CA)1.6 km4 min drive
### Sights nearby - Santa Barbara Museum of Art230 m - Couture Pattern Museum310 m - Santa Barbara Fine Art Gallery490 m - Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum740 m - Clean & Happy Windows760 m - El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park1.1 km ## Simpson House Inn: in detail Experience an abundance of unparalleled facilities and features at Simpson House Inn. Maintain seamless communication using the complimentary Wi-Fi at hotel. For visitors traveling by automobile, complimentary parking is available. During your stay at this fantastic hotel, the attentive front desk personnel can provide you with a range of amenities such as concierge service, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. During chilly days and evenings, the hotel provides an in-house fireplace to ensure your warmth. At the hotel, utilize the on-site dry cleaning service and laundry service to maintain your beloved travel attire fresh, allowing you to bring fewer clothes. During leisurely days and evenings, on-site amenities such as daily housekeeping enable you to fully enjoy your accommodation. Kindly note that smoking is prohibited in the hotel to ensure fresher air for all visitors. At Simpson House Inn, every guestroom is provided with convenient amenities and fittings to ensure a comfortable stay. Elevate your experience at hotel with the knowledge that certain rooms are equipped with air conditioning, ensuring a more pleasant stay for you. A few accommodations within Simpson House Inn offer unique design elements such as a balcony or terrace. Certain rooms boast in-room amusement features such as television and cable TV, offering guests an enjoyable stay. In select rooms at the hotel, a coffee or tea maker is available for those moments when it seems necessary. It is worth noting that certain guest bathrooms feature a hair dryer, toiletries, bathrobes and towels for your convenience. Begin your day carefree at Simpson House Inn, as complimentary breakfast is offered for your convenience. At the hotel, an assortment of easily accessible and delicious meal choices are available to satisfy your appetite whenever it strikes. During your stay at hotel, an array of engaging activities and amenities guarantees a delightful experience. Conclude your holiday perfectly with a visit to massage and spa on your final days. ### Compare ## Compare Simpson House Inn with nearby hotels Similar hotels within 3 km. 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Simpson House Inn has a guest rating of 9.5 out of 10 from 23 reviews, which is better than 87% of rated hotels in Santa Barbara (CA). ### What are the check-in and check-out times at Simpson House Inn? Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 11:00. ### Does Simpson House Inn include breakfast? The listing mentions free breakfast. Check the room you book to confirm it is included. ### Is there parking at Simpson House Inn? Yes, the listing mentions free parking. ### How far is Simpson House Inn from the airport? The nearest airport, Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), is 12 km away in a straight line. ### Is Simpson House Inn close to the beach? The nearest beach is 2.5 km from the hotel. ### How many rooms does Simpson House Inn have? Simpson House Inn has 15 rooms. Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. 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