Located in the West Beach neighborhood of Santa Barbara, Casa Del Mar Inn is just steps away from the sand. Casa Del Mar Inn allows two small pets or one large pet for an additional charge of $15 per pet, per night. Lush gardens and a relaxing Jacuzzi make this a picturesque setting for a romantic weekend, but the Casa Del Mar Inn is ideal for business travelers as well. Rooms boast either full or mini kitchens and many include working fireplaces. High speed wireless Internet access is complimentary. A generous "Continental-Plus" breakfast is served buffet-style every morning. Wine and cheese is made available to guests in the early evening. Several popular local restaurants and bars are within walking distance, as is the Santa Barbara Amtrak station.
Recommended for Pet-Friendly Hotels because: Casa Del Mar Inn is an independent hotel favored by travelers in the know. Bring up to two pets and stay near the beach.
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The Beach House Inn has 12 uniquely decorated guest rooms that border a peaceful courtyard. All of the meticulously maintained rooms include refrigerators, microwave ovens and coffee makers. Most of the rooms feature fully equipped kitchens with dining areas and some include separate living rooms. With the added comfort of gas fireplaces, flat panel TVs and the convenience of free WiFi, the Beach House Inn is a moderately priced gem in Santa Barbara's relaxed West Beach neighborhood. It's also pet friendly. The Beach House Inn charges a pet fee of $10/dog/night. Just blocks from the beach, many area attractions are easy to get to by foot, bike or car! Free beach chairs and umbrellas are available for guest use.
Recommended for Pet-Friendly Hotels because: Reasonable prices and a convenient locations make the Beach House Inn a great choice for travelers with pets.
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For a little beachside pampering for you and your mutt, book your stay at Fess Parker's Doubletree Resort, a luxury resort directly across from the beach and just half a mile from downtown Santa Barbara. Bring up to two of your four-legged friends (75 lbs or less) with you for an additional fee of only $25 per night. All rooms include a private balcony or patio, making it the perfect place to enjoy one of Santa Barbara's typically mild evenings with your special someone. Three tennis courts, a fitness center and a shuffleboard court are available for guest use. If relaxing is more your speed, visit the Doubletree's full service spa and salon. There are four onsite restaurants as well as a full service bar and a BBQ area.
Recommended for Pet-Friendly Hotels because: Very close to everything: the beach, downtown and the Funk Zone. Your pet will love the extensive grassy lawns.
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Considered one of the top hotels in the world, San Ysidro Ranch has been a treasured romantic destination - among stars and us regular folk - for over a century. John F. Kennedy and Jackie honeymooned here. Sir Laurence Olivier and Vivien Leigh were married in San Ysidro's lush gardens. Situated in the foothills of Montecito, the hotel consists of a combination of suites and cottages perfectly suited to private moments and intimate gatherings. It is both pet and child friendly, even offering a babysitting service for parents that want to squeeze in a date night. Hotel dining includes The Stonehouse and Plow & Angel; both restaurants serve food so delicious that even the locals will venture out for a bite on special occasions.
Recommended for Pet-Friendly Hotels because: Book a pet-friendly cottage in the hills for a very posh vacation at this pedigreed Santa Barbara hotel.
Motel 6 is one of the pet-friendliest hotels around. Pets stay free every night, and there is no weight limit or restriction on the number of dogs per room. So maybe you're not the type of person that is typically impressed by a Motel 6. Well, that's fine, but this one, this particular Motel 6, deserves a little extra notice. Why? Well because it's actually the original Motel 6, opened in 1962. That's right, the very first one! (Rooms were $6 a night, hence the name.) And, besides that little tidbit, it's truly lovely. There are granite countertops in the bathrooms, LCD TVs in every room and an ocean view from the sun deck. Your best bet for a budget stay with your furry pals at the beach!
Recommended for Pet-Friendly Hotels because: Pets stay free at this (and every) Motel 6. This one is just a block from the beach!
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When you're ready to escape the hustle and bustle of city life, look no further than the Bacara Resort & Spa. Located on 78 acres of pristine coastline on Santa Barbara's northern shore, The Bacara offers you and your pet a taste of unbridled luxury. Book one of their 354 guestrooms; each has an ocean, garden, or mountain view and about half have fireplaces. For a one-time fee for $150, your pet can join you in your room. A plush pet bed and food and water bowls will be provided. Visit their world-class spa for a rejuvenating treatment or trip to the sauna. You can take a dip in one of their saline pools or simply walk down to the beach. Work up an appetite and enjoy a meal with your pooch on the outdoor patio of their Bistro Spa & Cafe.
Recommended for Pet-Friendly Hotels because: Is you lapdog used to a life luxury? Live it up in style at the tres chic Bacara.
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Located just blocks away from downtown Santa Barbara and in the heart of the the Funk Zone - Santa Barbara's up and coming art and wine district - Hotel Indigo offers modern accommodations for aesthetically minded visitors and their animal amigos. For an additional fee of $35 per visit, you can bring Fluffy or Fido or both! (Limit two pets per guest room.) Smaller, European-style rooms are decorated with works by local artists. Most rooms have quiet, unfussy patios. A lounge area with art library invites guests to lounge in a communal space. Many great restaurants and wine tasting rooms are within walking distance. The beach and Stearns Wharf are only two blocks away.
Recommended for Pet-Friendly Hotels because: This is a very cool hotel, just a skip away from the equally cool (and pet-friendly) Funk Zone.
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If your hotel checklist looks something like this - beachfront, exclusive amenities, possible celebrity sightings, ridiculous levels of hospitality - then the Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara is where you want to stay with your prized pooch or pooches. The Four Seasons Biltmore allows up to three dogs (50 lbs or less) in select guest rooms for no additional charge. One of the most beautiful hotels in Santa Barbara, the Biltmore is located just across the street from Butterfly Beach, one of the most pristine white sand beaches in Southern California. Downtown Santa Barbara is just a short drive away, and one of Montecito's main shopping and dining districts is within walking distance. Pet sitting services can be arranged through the concierge.
Recommended for Pet-Friendly Hotels because: Fancy a fancy stay by the beach with your pampered pal? This is the place. They will even help you arrange a pet sitter.
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The Canary Hotel is a luxury boutique hotel that allows pets of any size for no additional fee. Less than a block off State St. in the middle of Santa Barbara's downtown district, The Canary features five floors of beautiful decor (handpainted tiles! custom wrought iron!), dining and entertaining amenities, and gorgeous rooms. Four poster beds, hardwood floors, plush robes, and private balconies are just the beginning. And did we mention the rooftop pool with amazing views? A full service establishment, the helpful staff at the Canary will place pet food and water bowls in your room for the duration of your stay. A map of fun Santa Barbara dog walks is available at the front desk, and the concierge can help you book grooming appointments if your pup needs a little spa time.
Recommended for Pet-Friendly Hotels because: Enjoy the convenience of a downtown stay at this luxury hotel and bring your pup for no additional fee.
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Kimpton's Santa Barbara boutique hotel is stylish, pet friendly and well situated. Located in Goleta, not far from the Santa Barbara airport and a 10-minute drive from downtown, The Goodland has all the perks of a big hotel, paired with all the charms of a small one. Enjoy evening social events, fitness classes and in-room record players (they even have a Record Concierge on call). Rooms are decorated with a laid-back surf vibe and include high-end amenities like flat screen TVs. The Goodland is extremely pet friendly; as long as your pet fits through the door of your room, he or she can stay for free!
Recommended for Pet-Friendly Hotels because: The Goodland welcomes pets of all sizes for no extra cost (and provides loaner pet beds too).
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