Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
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Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort Review
The 4-star Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort, located in East Beach, is a dramatic 24-acre, mission-style Santa Barbara resort that offers guests the perfect base from which to explore California attractions and discover some of the nation's most celebrated wineries. The property is just a few blocks from downtown Santa Barbara, providing easy access to all that the city has to offer.
Guests at The Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort can enjoy a delightful selection of dishes and drinks crafted with care at Rodney's Grill, an American-style restaurant offering a dinner experience. In addition, The Set, located on-site, serves bistro-style classic dishes and specialty cocktails for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. The resort also offers Java del Mar in the lobby, providing breakfast sandwiches, snacks, and a variety of coffee and tea options. Don't miss out on the incredible brunch buffet menu planned by the Executive Chef and culinary team, featuring hot and cold breakfast items, a salad bar, and mouthwatering desserts.
Conveniently located near the Santa Barbara Zoo and the Santa Barbara Harbor, the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort allows guests to explore nearby attractions such as the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum and the Moreton Bay Fig Tree. The resort is also in close proximity to Santa Barbara Amtrak, offering easy transportation options. Additionally, downtown Santa Barbara is only 25 km away from the property.
The Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort boasts spacious and well-decorated rooms, some of which feature private balconies and patios overlooking the garden or parking lot. Guests can indulge in the coastal-inspired rooms and suites, complete with modern amenities and stunning views of the Pacific Ocean, Santa Ynez Mountains, and lush gardens. These are the largest guest rooms in Santa Barbara and provide ample space, along with upgraded bathroom amenities, including a shower with dual rain showerheads. The property ensures the utmost comfort with plump down pillows, soundproof windows, and in-room features such as a writing desk, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and tea/coffee-making equipment.
The Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort caters to families with a variety of entertainment options and conveniences. Guests can participate in activities such as beach volleyball, cycling on the shaded path, and picnicking at the designated picnic tables. For those seeking outdoor adventure, the resort also features a skate park.
For leisure and relaxation, guests can unwind in the spa & wellness center, which offers a wide range of rejuvenating treatments such as massages, body scrubs, body wraps, facials, and beauty treatments. The property also features an outdoor swimming pool and jacuzzi, surrounded by sun loungers and a garden area, as well as beach access for a leisurely stroll along the shore. Guests seeking entertainment and excitement can enjoy the resort's casino.
Impressions
Positives and negatives
- Fantastic prestigious hotel with a coffee house and a zoo.
- Beachfront location in a downtown area.
- Within 5 minutes' walk of McDonald's.
- Good-sized rooms; most with a beautiful view and a 1 bedroom.
- Some units with classic decor.
- Continental breakfasts with wonderful view.
- Amazing outdoor restaurant with local cuisine for lunch and dinner.
- Nice outdoor bar.
- Excellent service provided.
- Rates are great.
- Some may find the bathrooms quite small.
- A few vacationers mentioned that Wi-Fi was rather slow.
Key Features
- 1 swimming pool
- Parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
Rooms
Facilities
Facilities
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Rooms
- Paid Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Dining facilities
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Services
- Free shuttle service
- Valet parking
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Relax
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach access
- Sun loungers
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
- Jacuzzi
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Body wraps
- Massage
- Fitness centre
- Cycling
- Tennis court
- Table tennis
- Mini golf
- Yoga class
Activities for Kids
- Children's menu
Reviews
Location
Landmarks nearby
- Santa Barbara Zoo 960 m (3150 ft)
- MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation 1.49 km (4888 ft)
- Stearns Wharf 1.23 km (4035 ft)
- Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center 1.16 km (3806 ft)
- Funk Zone 1.08 km (3543 ft)
- East Beach 180 m (591 ft)
- Chase Palm Park 660 m (2165 ft)
- Moreton Bay Fig Tree 1.70 km (1.06 mi.)
- Reagan Ranch Center 1.56 km (5118 ft)
- Santa Barbara County Courthouse 2.53 km (1.57 mi.)