Simpson House Inn

Name: Simpson House Inn
Address: 121 East Arrellaga Street, Upper East, Santa Barbara, California, United States of America, Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara County, United States of America
Rating: 9.43

"Loved the beds"

"Delicious breakfast"

"Conveniently located"

"Great nearby shopping"

"Welcoming staff"

Amenities

Parking
Non-Smoking Rooms
Massage
Housekeeping
Safe-Deposit Box
Garden

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Property description

Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as concierge services.

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Guest reviews

9.4

Superb

Based on 647 verified reviews

Who stays here?

Business

2%

Couple

82%

Family

8%

Group

3%

Solo

3%

What guests think

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

Travellers praise Simpson House Inn for its serene historic grounds, welcoming staff, and thoughtful extras like gourmet breakfasts, afternoon treats, and an evening wine hour, creating a peaceful, high-touch bed-and-breakfast experience close to downtown Santa Barbara.

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Location

Dining

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10

Stephanie

Mar 23, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Quiet little place to stay. The staff really does meet you outside when you pull up and shows you around. The Inn is close to State street, where you're able to walk to the shops and eat. The room is very clean, with air conditioner. They do offer breakfast. The grounds were beautiful. Lovely little stay!

10

Kevin

Mar 21, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Marvelous, as always. Spent 3 nights this time. Wandered around SB by foot (20,000 steps per day), and slept like babies at night.

10

Josephine

Feb 9, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Unbelievable place. Charming, beautiful, very good bed, excellent breakfast. New ownership december 2025. Big plans for improvements. The owner have 2 restaurants in town and 2 other bnbs. This place is better than a bnb. The breakfast is mode like a boutique hotel with several great choices and french press. Outshines many places.

10

Lawrence

Feb 3, 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Fantastic place. Far beyond my expectations. Lovely gardens, rooms, service, meals. Will return. I’m

10

Antim

Jan 23, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

An absolutely great place. Beautiful grounds. Superb service. Great food. Comfortable room. Very special!!!

121 East Arrellaga Street, Upper East, Santa Barbara, California, United States of America

Location

With a stay at Simpson House Inn, you'll be centrally located in Santa Barbara, within a 5-minute drive of Santa Barbara County Courthouse and Santa Barbara Bowl. This luxury bed & breakfast is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Santa Barbara Harbor and 9.4 mi (15.2 km) from University of California, Santa Barbara.

Santa Barbara Conference & Visitor's Bureau & Film Commission(0.2 miles)

Alice Keck Memorial Garden(0.2 miles)

Alameda Park(0.3 miles)

Arlington Theater(0.6 miles)

Santa Barbara County Courthouse(0.6 miles)

Granada Theatre(0.6 miles)

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Property Policies

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Check-in

Check-out

From 15:00 to 21:00

Before 11:30

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