I traveled to Santa Barbara on my own to celebrate my 40th birthday. I've previously stayed at Bacara and Four Seasons (Biltmore) and was unimpressed with the lack of bang that I got for the buck at these 4-5 star properties. A friend recommended the Canary and I should send my friend a thank you card. I live in Los... more

The Canary was great! It was clean, we had friendly and prompt service and the decor was modern but also comfortable and luxurious! The roof pool, jacuzzi and lounge looked really nice, but it was super cold and windy so we didn't get to hang there. Our room had dark hardwood floors and a 4 poster canopy bed (not to... more

I stayed one weekend night at the Canary and was very pleased with the hotel overall. The greatest thing about Santa Barbara is the lovely architecture and absence of hideous modern building/development. The fine folks from Shutters Hotel took over this space and improved on the loveliness. We had a spacious room with a beautiful 4-poster bed, lush white linens,... more

I wish I could say I loved my experience at the Canary. The location is superb, the decor beautiful, the appointments clearly well thought out. Having worked at luxury properties as both a Catering Manager and a PR Director, I feel my taste is discerning; this is an exquisite property. What was entirely not exquisite, however, was the customer service... more

Husband and I stayed three nights mid-week. We picked this hotel for its great location - easily walkable to downtown shops, restaurants and historic buildings - and were not disappointed. The staff, from the front desk to the valet, managed to be both friendly and professional. The decor is Spanish/Moorish, which is lovely and different from the usual bland hotel... more

A week before our year long planned trip to Santa Barbara we cancelled our original choice of hotel - The Inn of the Spanish Garden, due to poor feedback from a relative that had stayed there. So despite having a great rate on this hotel we looked elswhere and after much research on the internet and trip advisor plumpled for... more

We very much enjoyed this hotel, and especially the roof-top pool. The room was very spacious and beautifully decorated, and the bathroom was huge. There was a European luxury boutique hotel vibe and we couldn't have been happier with the location, right in the center near the pedestrian shopping area. more

We recently stayed here for a wedding that was held at the hotel. The location is perfect. Less than a block from the main shopping and restaurant area. The check in service was very good. Bathroom well apointed but small. Just a tub shower with the tallest shower head I have ever seen. Great for washing hair but not so... more

This hotel is idealy located within walking distance of all of downtown Santa Barbara, The staff was pleasant, helpful and made our stay enjoyable. The rooms are large, the bathrooms well appointed and the bed was the most comfortable of any hotel in which we have stayed. The rooftop pool was a nice benefit, with beautiful views to the ocean.... more