The Upham Hotel
1404 De la Vina Street, Santa Barbara, CA1.800.727.0876
The Upham in Santa Barbara sits in a quiet neighborhood on De la Vina street. It was listed on a few sites as a hotel, but I would consider it more of a bed and breakfast. This in fact is a good thing. The breakfast that came every day was bountiful. First a plate of pastries and juice arrives, followed by the breakfast you ordered the night before. Usual selections were homemade oatmeal with raisins, crust less quiche and crepes. Should the raspberry crepes present themselves during your stay, it would be a wise wise choice to get them.
If a quiet auberge away from the hustle and bustle is your style, then the Upham is your place. It consists of a main house and a country cottage just a few steps away. We stayed in the penthouse suite, on the third floor of the country place, which had a large luxurious bathroom and cozy living area. The best part of the room was a balcony with spectacular views of the area.
The Upham is not located on the beach, but it is within walking distance of State Street and the trolley that runs back and forth to the beach. We were able to walk our way anywhere we needed. The best thing about this place was the pricing. You are able to get a lot for your money here. Santa Barbara is pricey and regular single rooms at decent hotels can cost $350 and up. We were able to book the Penthouse, usually $475 a night for $356 due to last minute booking. They also have a special where you can call the day you are going and book a room for $185 and they will bump you up to the nicest room available at that time. Call and talk to Elizabeth and see what she can do for you.
The Upham Hotel is so nice, and the neighborhood that surrounds is so quaint and quiet as well, I loved it! Very well kept and the service was great as well, I would totally stay here again! It was a bit expensive though and we spent a whole lot more then we expected to. The last time I was in Santa Barbara I stayed at the Sandman Inn (www.thesandmaninn.com). So affordable and very well kept and spacious.
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