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Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara

5.0 of 5
1260 Channel Drive, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013
Katherine T Medford, Oregon
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    5 of 5 stars
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Medford, Oregon
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

I am a Santa Barbara native, and have lived there on and off much of my life. I've seen the community evolve over the past 50+ years. However, some things never change, and that is the incredible beauty of the Pacific Ocean. I was visiting my son and he surprised me with a stay at the Biltmore for my birthday.... More

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Los Angeles
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13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

Travelling back from Napa was excuse enough to spend a night here (way too short of a stay). Valet had key to our room (this is new, no more standing in long lines at reception <just kidding>). We usually stay in a bungalow as we bring our Bouviers but as we were solo, our one night stay was in main... More

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Heidelberg, Germany
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

The European, historically grown style of the hotel, including many details like the glazed tiles and the perfectly cultivated gardens convey that the place is looked after with love, one feels treated in the same way. The Deluxe room with a garden terrace was marvellous.

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FSSantaBarbara, Resort Manager at Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara, responded to this review
18 June 2013

Thank you so much for such a positive review. We appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome your family back again the next time you visit Santa Barbara. I'm delighted you noticed the care we put into all of the details for our guests and will pass on your compliments to our staff. I wish you all well! Sincerely,... More

Redondo Beach, California
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW

My girlfriend and I stayed June 1st. Excellent stay!! We loved our room. Upgraded to a Premier room. Fireplace, heated floors in bathroom and fantastic steam shower. Very large room. Perhaps a bit dark, if I nit pick. The Coral Casino across the street is a great part of the hotel! A very unique experience. There is a smoothie bar... More

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FSSantaBarbara, Resort Manager at Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara, responded to this review
17 June 2013

Thank you for taking the time to give us such a great review about your recent stay. It sounds like you and your girlfriend really enjoyed your time at the Resort. We think that you may have meant to give us a five star rating (the highest) since you gave us such wonderful compliments. Did you possibly make a mistake... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW

Everyone should treat themselves to a stay at the Santa Barbara Biltmore at least once. I have stayed there many times over the past few decades and I have never been disappointed. The historical aspects of the hotel buildings and the grounds and location are incomparable. The hotel is impeccably run by Four Seasons and all staff are well trained... More

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San Francisco, California
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

For the price point it's disappointing . They are not directly on the beach. The club you go to across the street is run down, rude staff and terrible food. Was a disappointing stay as we have always loved our other experiences at Four Seasons Hotels.

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FSSantaBarbara, Resort Manager at Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara, responded to this review
14 June 2013

Thank you for your review. I'm extremely disappointed to hear that your stay was not to expectations and particularly concerned to hear that you found the beach club not up to standards. I'm sorry I did not have the opportunity to connect with you during your stay but would very much welcome the chance to hear more about your experience.... More

Florida
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

The grounds are beautiful, very peaceful. Although I was a little disappointed in our room, they look so much better on line. I did not think it was a $500 a night room. The bathroom was nice, again nothing great, but the shower (which was very small) was wonderful it had two shower heads. It was so peaceful and the... More

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NYC
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Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

This was my first time staying at a Four Seasons hotel and I have to say I was pretty disappointed. I expected a lot more from this luxury brand hotel. We arrived after sundown and it was very difficult to find the lobby and our cottage (we stayed in cottage 9). I understand that the cottages are surrounded by trees... More

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Los Angeles, California
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Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2013

I have previously reviewed The Biltmore and given it 5 stars. We had stayed there numerous times and each time the stay was perfect. We have also stayed at the Four Seasons in Mexico City, Jackson Hole, Aviara, Punta Mita, Singapore and London and never been disappointed. We just got back from a 2 night stay at the Biltmore and... More

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2013

This hotel has fabulous Spanish/Mexican architecture. Wonderful public areas, stunning terrace with sea view where you can eat under the stars with a fire burning in the centre (also for breakfast). The gardens are stunning - beautifully manicured with fabulous flowers. Our room was superb with double aspect windows and a large bathroom with separate shower. The decoration in the... More

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  • Coral Casino(32)
  • Beach Club(23)
  • Room service(13)
  • Very nice(9)
  • Ocean views(8)
  • Bella Vista restaurant(7)
  • Bella Vista(6)
  • Front desk staff(6)
  • Fitness center(5)
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Additional Information about Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara

Address: 1260 Channel Drive, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
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Region: United States > California > Santa Barbara
Amenities:
Business Centre Fitness Centre Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
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Price Range: ££££
Hotel Class:5 star (5*)
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