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Safety index

86 out of 100

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Safe area

Luxury

Luxury

Adventure sport

Adventure sport

Spa

Spa

City

City

Simpson House Inn

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9.7

Excellent (768 ratings)

Santa Barbara, United States - 

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770 m Arlington Theater

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770 m Santa Barbara County Courthouse

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1.19 km Mission Santa Barbara

Hotel Overview

Simpson House Inn in Santa Barbara is a well-regarded destination among visitors, showcasing a blend of charm and hospitality that highlights its unique position in the local accommodation scene. Based on user reviews, it stands out for its distinct qualities that cater to a wide range of preferences, providing an experience that beckons guests for return visits.

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Hotel highlights

  1. Location: Ideally situated for exploring the city, offering easy access to local attractions and dining.
  2. Customer Service: Exceptional staff who are attentive and provide personalized service to guests.
  3. Ambiance: The property boasts a tranquil and beautiful garden setting that enhances relaxation and privacy.
  4. Quality of the Rooms: Rooms are spacious, well-appointed, and maintain high standards of cleanliness and comfort.
  5. Complimentary Offerings: Guests appreciate the high-quality breakfast and the variety of complimentary amenities provided.
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Area for improvement

  1. Price: Some visitors find the hotel to be on the higher end of the price spectrum.
  2. Parking: Limited parking availability can be a concern for guests with vehicles.
  3. Noise Levels: Rooms facing the street may experience noise pollution which could affect the tranquility of guests' stay.
  4. Wi-Fi Connectivity: Guests have mentioned occasional issues with Wi-Fi connectivity, affecting their internet usage.
  5. Room Location: Certain rooms are located a considerable distance from the main facilities, presenting an inconvenience for some guests.

Amenities

Breakfast included

Spa

Spa

Parking included

Parking included

Free WiFi

Laundry

Laundry

Housekeeping

Air conditioning

Air conditioning

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

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Score icon9.7

RateScore

Total 768 Reviews

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RateScore is average rating from most popular providers

Blended Web Rating

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9.3

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9.8

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booking

229 Reviews

9.3 / 10

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expedia

539 Reviews

9.8 / 10

Hotel Quality

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The quality chart is based on how hotel ratings changed over time.

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General Info

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Total number of rooms 15

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Number of floors 2

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Number of buildings/towers 2

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Year Built 1874

WiFi Quality

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Ping, ms

Idle

14

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143

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85

Wifi Speed Is Good For

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web browsing

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HD online movies

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group video calls

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online streaming

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4K online movies

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online gaming

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Location Area Map

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What's nearby

Arlington Theater

770 m

Santa Barbara County Courthouse

770 m

Mission Santa Barbara

1.19 km

Santa Barbara Bowl

2.5 km

Santa Barbara Harbor

3 km

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Getting around

Santa Barbara Station

4.5 km

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Airports Nearby

Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)

6 km

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Restaurants

Starbucks

700 m

IHOP

350 m

Secret Bao

840 m

Cajé Coffee

Nearby

Garrett's Old Fashioned Restaurant

700 m

Street View

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Daytime safety

93 out of 100

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Nighttime safety

84 out of 100

Very Safe

Santa Barbara safety index

Safety

Crime

86

Overall Safety Index

Very Safe

An average rating of the six safety categories

86 out of 100

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Women safety

Safe

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Likelihood of inappropriate behavior against women.

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74

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Physical safety

Very Safe

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Likelihood of injury due to harmful intent.

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95

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Property safety

Safe

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Likelihood of theft.

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74

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Political safety

Safe

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Potential for infringement of political rights or political unrest.

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73

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LGBTQ safety

Very Safe

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Likelihood of harm or discrimination against LGBTQ persons or groups and level of caution required at location.

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100

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Medical safety

Very Safe

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Likelihood of illness or disease, assessment of water and air quality, and access to reliable medical care.

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100

16

Overall Crime index

Minimal

An average rating of the crime categories

16 out of 100

Property crime severity

Low

22

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Mugging or robbery  9/100

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Car theft  7/100

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Car break-ins  19/100

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Home break-ins  24/100

Violent crime severity

Minimal

13

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Physical attacks  13/100

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Racism or religion motivated attacks  6/100

Other crime severity

Minimal

11

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Insult or harassment in public  14/100

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Corruption or bribery  9/100

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Drug problem  29/100

Prices Around Property

Average Daily Costs Per Person

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Bottle of water 1.5L

$0.9 - $3.7

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Coffee

$3.7 - $6.9

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Beer 0.5L

$1.6 - $2.6

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Meal, inexpensive restaurant

$10.1 - $46.1

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Public transport, one-way ticket

$1.6 - $1.7

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Taxi 1km (normal tariff)

$1.6 - $4

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Meal for 2 people, mid-range restaurant, three-course

$55.3 - $142.9

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Bottle of mid-range wine

$7.4 - $21.2

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McMeal at McDonalds

$9.2 - $13.6

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Coke/Pepsi 0.33L

$1.8 - $4.1

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Public transport, monthly pass

$59

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Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.1 - $1.5

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Mobile phone monthly plan

$36.9 - $163.2

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Fitness club, monthly fee

$23 - $119.8

Weather In Santa Barbara

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Precipitation In Santa Barbara

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Air Quality

Good

PM2.58

PM1017

21

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Air quality is acceptable and pollution poses no health risk. Enjoy outdoor activities as normal.

Drinkable Water Quality

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Fair

Water may have some problems, not recommended for daily consumption.

Traffic around property

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Light

Few vehicles on the road, relaxed and stress-free driving experience.

House Rules

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Check in after 15:00

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Check out until 11:00

Children welcome

No pets, service animals welcome

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