Nestled in Upper East, Simpson House Inn offers a serene retreat with full breakfast, a cozy terrace, and lush gardens. Discover the library's treasures or unwind with coffee/tea in the lobby while appreciating helpful staff and first-rate property condition.
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Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Free parking
Spa
Free WiFi
Laundry facilities
Non-smoking
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Spa services
Terrace
Coffee/tea in a common area
Garden
Library
Reception fireplace
Front desk safe
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
Multilingual staff
Concierge services
Feel at home (6)
Cable/satellite TV service
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
In-room climate control (air conditioning)
The current price is RM1,372
RM1,372
RM1,567 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Fireplace, Garden View (Weathervane)
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
3 reviews
(3 reviews)
Highlights
Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Bathrobes
41 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Loft, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Fireplace, Garden View (Hayloft)
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
2 reviews
(2 reviews)
Highlights
Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Bathrobes
47 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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121 East Arrellaga Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
What's nearby
Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Granada Theatre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Mission Santa Barbara - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Santa Barbara Harbor - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
Santa Barbara Bowl - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
Getting around
Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 12 min drive
Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 38 min drive
Santa Barbara Station - 10 min drive
UC Santa Barbara Station - 16 min drive
Goleta Station - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 10 min walk
Cajé Coffee - Arlington St - 8 min walk
Secret Bao - 12 min walk
Santa Barbara Food Co-op Downtown Market - 15 min walk
IHOP - 5 min walk
About this property
Simpson House Inn
At Simpson House Inn, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Santa Barbara Bowl and Santa Barbara Harbor. Guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails, scuba-diving and snorkelling, and free perks include WiFi, self-parking and full breakfast daily between 8:30 AM and 10 AM. Other highlights at this luxurious bed & breakfast include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and overall property condition.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
15 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum guest age is 18
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Caters to adults only
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast each morning 8:30 AM–10 AM
Coffee/tea in a common area
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba-diving nearby
Whale watching nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Built in 1874
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Library
Fireplace in reception
Spa services
Victorian architecture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible
Grab bar near toilet
Room amenities
Be entertained
IPod docking station
LCD television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services.
Fees & policies
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Reservations are required for spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance. Elevators are not available.
Also known as
Simpson House Inn Santa Barbara
Simpson House Inn
Simpson House Santa Barbara
Simpson House Hotel Santa Barbara
Simpson House Santa Barbara
Simpson House Inn Santa Barbara
Simpson House Inn Bed & breakfast
Simpson House Inn Bed & breakfast Santa Barbara
Frequently asked questions
Does Simpson House Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Simpson House Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Simpson House Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Simpson House Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Simpson House Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Simpson House Inn and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as boat tours, hiking and scuba-diving. Enjoy amenities such as spa services and a garden.
What's the area around Simpson House Inn like?
Simpson House Inn is in Upper East, a short 11-minute walk from Arlington Theater and 11 minutes' walk from Santa Barbara County Courthouse.
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Simpson House Inn Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
9.6/10
Amenities
9.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Service staff
Breakfast
Room
Gardens
Wines
Bed
Food
Cottage
Location
Fireplace
What guests liked
Breakfast was a highlight with multiple courses, delicious food, and a great selection of wine and hors d'oeuvres. (35 reviews)
The property offers excellent dining options with good variety, quality, and friendly service. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
16 Jun 2025
The property was beautiful and hope to return someday soon!
Julie
Julie, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
9 Jul 2025
Fantastic place and beautiful garden. Had a wonderful time there. Will come back.
Jiemei
Jiemei, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
12 Jul 2025
Loved it! Great hidden gem.
Lauren
Lauren, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
21 Jul 2025
The BEST wine reception we’ve ever had! Great staff. Lovely place. Worth your time and money.
Maria
Maria, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
9 Jul 2025
Beautiful, comfortable and very kind and attentive personnel. Highly recommended.
Shirin
Shirin, 4-night trip
6/10 Okay
26 Jul 2025
We have been to the Simpson House Bed & Breakfast before. The staff is always superb and attentive. The grounds are always beautiful, the location is perfect, closed to the SB Bowl and downtown.
The only disappointment this time was the breakfast, it tasted great but compare to our last visits, it sure suffered from ‘shrinkflation’….
Manuel
Manuel, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
4 Apr 2025
Absolutely amazing property!!
Jon
Jon, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
16 Apr 2025
Very beautiful property. The food was great and the service fantastic
Mary
Mary, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
27 Jan 2025
Great place!
Tim
Tim, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
28 May 2025
Amazing service. Great staff. Clean and lovely place.
Breakfast was nice and staff very kind.
We will be back.
Jusbinder
Jusbinder, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
20 Apr 2025
Beautiful historic home and grounds. We stayed in the Pendle Cottage, the largest of the small cottages around the property. Very private and cozy, high quality. If you like B and B's, this place is for you!
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
22 Mar 2025
Amazing service, amenities, beautiful grounds. Will come again.
Sanket
Sanket, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
22 Dec 2024
Excellent place
Jose
Jose, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
31 Mar 2025
Very nice small B&B centrally located. Great atmosphere and efficient staff. 5 PM small bites and wine really nice. Sitting on the porch looking at landscaped yard was sooo nice!!
Peter
Peter, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
11 May 2025
The charm and beauty of the grounds, the friendly interaction with the staff, the deliciously satisfying breakfasts and heavy Hors d’Oeuvres and wine hours make your stay truly unique and relaxing. A stay at Simpson House Inn is a great escape from the daily grind. From the moment you walk up, you are enveloped in peace and tranquillity. Would love to come back.
Katherine
Katherine, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
24 Apr 2025
Loved it!
melanie
melanie, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
15 Apr 2025
A quiet, beautiful property. I highly recommend.
Keven
Keven, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
1 Apr 2025
Exceptional service!
Beiyu
Beiyu, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
20 Mar 2025
This property was beautiful and clean, and I can go on and on! The staff were amazing, friendly, and just sweet people. We will go back again!
ESMAEIL
ESMAEIL, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
3 Dec 2024
Magnificent setting and amenities.
Extremely friendly staff
Craig
Craig, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
5 Aug 2024
Amazing place
Berenice
Berenice, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
22 Aug 2022
Great bed and breakfast!
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
17 Apr 2025
Was very nice property with serene grounds. Offerings of complementary wine and hors d’oeuvres in the pm was enjoyable. Attention of all staff was critical to a fine stay. Pendle cottage was nice and free sodas was appreciated. Only slight ding was the shower was a bit slow to heat up and on the narrow side. Breakfast was excellent. A very pleasant stay!
mary ellen
mary ellen, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
17 Aug 2023
Very nice and full service B&B. Great service, nice rooms, great location
Steve
Steve, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
15 Jul 2024
So beautiful, quiet, and wonderful location. Great breakfast.